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$184,451$160 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $130,000 on Sep 25, 2020

538 N RANKIN ST

APPLETON, WI 54911
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,152 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.
3,354 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$184K
$174K low$195K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$130,000 · Sep 25, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$184,451
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$147,561

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,098 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$151,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$137,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$171,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyOUTAGAMIE
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.1983
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
Edison Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Kaleidoscope AcademyC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Appleton North High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Appleton Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 54911These 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.70
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
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.28,151
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,217 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,141
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,139
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

538 N Rankin 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 93% of homes in Peabody Park
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Outagamie County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Peabody Park
  • Among the smallest lots in Outagamie County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Outagamie County

What homes are worth in Appleton 54911

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

This home
$137K$478K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Appleton 54911.

How it measures up in Appleton 54911

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Appleton 54911.

Estimated value$184,451
CheaperTypical $244,371Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $155Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size3,354 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 538 N Rankin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePeabody ParkAppleton 54911Outagamie County
Estimated valuepricier than$184,4517% of homes14% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16050% of homes55% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²12% of homes15% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,354 ft²3% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than191028% of homes20% of homes11% of homes

About 538 N Rankin St

How much is 538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI is $184,451 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $174,233 to $194,669. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI last sell?

538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI last sold on Sep 25, 2020 for $130,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI?

538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI built?

538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI?

538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI is assigned to Edison Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Kaleidoscope Academy (middle), rated C; Appleton North High School (high), rated B. All sit in Appleton Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI compare to other homes in Appleton 54911?

Among the 8,141 homes in Appleton 54911, it is worth more than 14% of them ($184,451 against a typical $244,371), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($160 against a typical $155), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,614 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (3,354 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1910 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Outagamie County, it is worth more than 12% 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 538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 538 N Rankin St, Appleton, WI was $2,098. The county assessed it at $151,700.

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