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$265,748$193 / 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 96How 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

537 ELM ST

LAWRENCE, KS 66044
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,380 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$266K
$255K low$277K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,371 (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.$27,485 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,175
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,310
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,485
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$239,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 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.1 percent flood zone

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.Ranch
CountyDouglas
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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.Garage, Attached
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.Porch · 150 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Woodlawn Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Liberty Memorial Central Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Lawrence Free State High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Lawrence Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 66044These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,152
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.410 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,408
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,823
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

537 Elm 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 78% of homes in Douglas County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Douglas County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in North Lawrence
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Lawrence 66044

What homes are worth in Lawrence 66044

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

This home
$141K$821K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Lawrence 66044.

How it measures up in Lawrence 66044

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lawrence 66044.

Estimated value$265,748
CheaperTypical $288,941Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$193
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,380 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,361 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 537 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth LawrenceLawrence 66044Douglas County
Estimated valuepricier than$265,74846% of homes42% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19324% of homes25% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,380 ft²63% of homes52% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac9% of homes29% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than200689% of homes92% of homes88% of homes

About 537 Elm St

How much is 537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS is $265,748 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $254,592 to $276,904. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS last sell?

537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS last sold on Nov 3, 2006, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS?

537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,380 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS built?

537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS?

537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS is assigned to Woodlawn Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Liberty Memorial Central Middle School (middle), rated D-; Lawrence Free State High School (high), rated B. All sit in Lawrence Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS compare to other homes in Lawrence 66044?

Among the 7,329 homes in Lawrence 66044, it is worth more than 42% of them ($265,748 against a typical $288,941), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($193 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,380 ft² against a typical 1,361 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2006 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Douglas County, it is worth more than 22% 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 537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 537 Elm St, Lawrence, KS was $3,371. The county assessed it at $27,485.

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