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$194,681$162 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

538 NE FOREST AVE

TOPEKA, KS 66616
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,200 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$195K
$170K low$220K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,443 (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.$10,683 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,683
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$92,900

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
24
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
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.
46
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
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.20 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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 Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyShawnee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 136 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Chase Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
State Street Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Highland Park High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501

Neighborhood · ZIP 66616These 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.132
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 100.42

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.6,203
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.919 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,808
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,301
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

538 Ne Forest Ave 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 more than 96% of homes in Topeka 66616
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Topeka 66616
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Among the newest homes in Topeka 66616

What homes are worth in Topeka 66616

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

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$52K$209K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Topeka 66616.

How it measures up in Topeka 66616

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66616.

Estimated value$194,681
CheaperTypical $109,727Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$162
CheaperTypical $101Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,068 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 538 Ne Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66616Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$194,68196% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16297% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²64% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac58% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than1989almost all homes77% of homes

About 538 Ne Forest Ave

How much is 538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS is $194,681 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $169,781 to $219,581. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS last sell?

538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS last sold on Feb 5, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS?

538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS built?

538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS?

538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS is assigned to Chase Middle School (middle), rated C+; State Street Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Highland Park High School (high), rated D. All sit in Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66616?

Among the 2,581 homes in Topeka 66616, it is worth more than 96% of them ($194,681 against a typical $109,727), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($162 against a typical $101), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,068 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (1989 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 47% 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 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Ne Forest Ave, Topeka, KS was $1,443. The county assessed it at $10,683.

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