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$109,459$58 / 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 78How 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 S CHESTNUT ST

FRIEND, NE 68359
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,879 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$109K
$85K low$134K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,665 (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.$128,725 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,935
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$115,790
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$113,620
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$128,725

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
40
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
43
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
22
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountySALINE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1997
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 168 ft²Shed · 120 ft²Patio · 168 ft²Porch · 218 ft²

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

M
Friend High SchoolsC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.1 mi
E
Friend Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.1 mi

District: Friend Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68359These 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.163
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,782
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,180
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,899
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

521 S Chestnut St 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.

  • Worth less than 87% of homes in Saline County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Friend 68359
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Saline County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Friend 68359
  • Older than 89% of homes in Saline County

What homes are worth in Friend 68359

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

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$68K$532K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Friend 68359.

How it measures up in Friend 68359

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Friend 68359.

Estimated value$109,459
CheaperTypical $203,741Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$58
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,879 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,546 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 521 S Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFriend 68359Saline County
Estimated valuepricier than$109,45917% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$584% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,879 ft²72% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac24% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than190013% of homes11% of homes

About 521 S Chestnut St

How much is 521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE is $109,459 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $84,908 to $134,010. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE last sell?

521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE?

521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,879 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE built?

521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE?

521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE is assigned to Friend High Schools (middle), rated C; Friend Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Friend Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE compare to other homes in Friend 68359?

Among the 657 homes in Friend 68359, it is worth more than 17% of them ($109,459 against a typical $203,741), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($58 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,879 ft² against a typical 1,546 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1900 against a typical 1943). Measured against all of Saline County, it is worth more than 13% 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 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 S Chestnut St, Friend, NE was $1,665. The county assessed it at $128,725.

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