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$263,279
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 74How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

5238 BALSAM LN S

EAGLE RIVER, WI 54521
0
Baths
15.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$263K
$196K low$331K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,234 (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.$210,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$72,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$210,300

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.3
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
5
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Single Family Residential
CountyVilas
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.15.46

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

H
Northland Pines Middle and High SchoolB
High · Grades 7–12 · 1.8 mi
E
Northland Pines Elementary-Eagle RiverC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.8 mi

District: Northland Pines School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 54521These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.51%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,984
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.35 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,629
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,601
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

5238 Balsam Ln S 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 77% of homes in Vilas County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Eagle River 54521

What homes are worth in Eagle River 54521

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

This home
$84K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Eagle River 54521.

How it measures up in Eagle River 54521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Eagle River 54521.

Estimated value$263,279
CheaperTypical $393,675Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size15.46 ac
SmallerTypical 1.6 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

How 5238 Balsam Ln S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEagle River 54521Vilas County
Estimated valuepricier than$263,27924% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than15.46 ac92% of homes88% of homes

About 5238 Balsam Ln S

How much is 5238 Balsam Ln S, Eagle River, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5238 Balsam Ln S, Eagle River, WI is $263,279 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $195,973 to $330,585. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5238 Balsam Ln S, Eagle River, WI last sell?

5238 Balsam Ln S, Eagle River, WI last sold on Jan 24, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 5238 Balsam Ln S, Eagle River, WI?

5238 Balsam Ln S, Eagle River, WI is assigned to Northland Pines Middle and High School (high), rated B; Northland Pines Elementary-Eagle River (elementary), rated C. All sit in Northland Pines School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5238 Balsam Ln S, Eagle River, WI compare to other homes in Eagle River 54521?

Among the 8,717 homes in Eagle River 54521, it is worth more than 24% of them ($263,279 against a typical $393,675) and its lot is bigger than 92% of them (15.46 ac against a typical 1.6 ac). Measured against all of Vilas County, it is worth more than 23% 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 5238 Balsam Ln S, Eagle River, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5238 Balsam Ln S, Eagle River, WI was $1,234. The county assessed it at $210,300.

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