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$233,060$190 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

521 R RD

PALMER, NE 68864
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,224 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
159.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$233K
$204K low$262K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,430 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$790,645 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$503,875
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$286,770
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$673,160
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$916,614

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
34
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
41
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyMERRICK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.159.52
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 480 ft²Porch · 16 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Palmer Junior-Senior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.3 mi
E
Palmer Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.3 mi

District: Palmer Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68864These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.986
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,211
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,573
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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How this home compares

521 R Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Merrick County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Palmer 68864
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Merrick County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Palmer 68864

What homes are worth in Palmer 68864

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$89K$585K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Palmer 68864.

How it measures up in Palmer 68864

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palmer 68864.

Estimated value$233,060
CheaperTypical $233,228Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size159.52 ac
SmallerTypical 3.02 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1935Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 521 R Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalmer 68864Merrick County
Estimated valuepricier than$233,06050% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19066% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,224 ft²28% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than159.52 ac88% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than199279% of homes76% of homes

About 521 R Rd

How much is 521 R Rd, Palmer, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 R Rd, Palmer, NE is $233,060 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $204,229 to $261,891. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 R Rd, Palmer, NE last sell?

521 R Rd, Palmer, NE last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 R Rd, Palmer, NE?

521 R Rd, Palmer, NE has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,224 square feet of living space and a 159.52-acre lot.

When was 521 R Rd, Palmer, NE built?

521 R Rd, Palmer, NE was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 R Rd, Palmer, NE?

521 R Rd, Palmer, NE is assigned to Palmer Junior-Senior High School (middle), rated B-; Palmer Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Palmer Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 R Rd, Palmer, NE compare to other homes in Palmer 68864?

Among the 471 homes in Palmer 68864, it is worth more than 50% of them ($233,060 against a typical $233,228), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($190 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,224 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (159.52 ac against a typical 3.02 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1992 against a typical 1935). Measured against all of Merrick County, it is worth more than 61% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 521 R Rd, Palmer, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 R Rd, Palmer, NE was $5,430. The county assessed it at $790,645.

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