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$177,800$86 / 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 73How 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
Last sold for $150,000 on Dec 8, 2021

540 MEARS ST

CHADRON, NE 69337
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,065 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1904
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$178K
$130K low$226K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Dec 8, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,727 (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.$197,220 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$155,970
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$197,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$197,220

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.5 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.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
CountyDawes
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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.Forced Air
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 48 ft²

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.

M
Chadron Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Chadron Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.5 mi
H
Chadron Senior High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Chadron Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 69337These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.87%
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.11%
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.6,446
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,601
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,953
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

540 Mears 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Chadron 69337
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Chadron 69337
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Chadron 69337
  • Older than 91% of homes in Chadron 69337

What homes are worth in Chadron 69337

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

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$48K$577K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Chadron 69337.

How it measures up in Chadron 69337

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chadron 69337.

Estimated value$177,800
CheaperTypical $174,162Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$86
CheaperTypical $136Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area2,065 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,238 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1904
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 540 Mears St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChadron 69337Dawes County
Estimated valuepricier than$177,80051% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8617% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than2,065 ft²89% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac65% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than19049% of homes10% of homes

About 540 Mears St

How much is 540 Mears St, Chadron, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 Mears St, Chadron, NE is $177,800 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $129,843 to $225,757. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 Mears St, Chadron, NE last sell?

540 Mears St, Chadron, NE last sold on Dec 8, 2021 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 540 Mears St, Chadron, NE?

540 Mears St, Chadron, NE has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,065 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 540 Mears St, Chadron, NE built?

540 Mears St, Chadron, NE was built in 1904, making it 122 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 540 Mears St, Chadron, NE?

540 Mears St, Chadron, NE is assigned to Chadron Middle School (middle), rated B+; Chadron Primary School (elementary); Chadron Senior High School (high), rated A. All sit in Chadron Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 Mears St, Chadron, NE compare to other homes in Chadron 69337?

Among the 2,509 homes in Chadron 69337, it is worth more than 51% of them ($177,800 against a typical $174,162), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($86 against a typical $136), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,065 ft² against a typical 1,238 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1904 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Dawes County, it is worth more than 53% 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 540 Mears St, Chadron, NE?

The 2024 property tax bill for 540 Mears St, Chadron, NE was $2,727. The county assessed it at $197,220.

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