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$145,366$128 / 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 95How 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

5524 SW 18TH ST

TOPEKA, KS 66604
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,140 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$145K
$138K low$153K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,167 (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.$15,474 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,474
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$134,550

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.35
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
50
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.6 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.0.19
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.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 · 460 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
McCarter Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Topeka West High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
French Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501

Neighborhood · ZIP 66604These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.23,197
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,642 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,377
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,777
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

5524 Sw 18th 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 67% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Topeka 66604
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Topeka 66604

What homes are worth in Topeka 66604

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

This home
$61K$503K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Topeka 66604.

How it measures up in Topeka 66604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66604.

Estimated value$145,366
CheaperTypical $161,448Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$128
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,140 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,360 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 5524 Sw 18th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66604Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$145,36640% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12855% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,140 ft²31% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac56% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than195472% of homes36% of homes

About 5524 Sw 18th St

How much is 5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS is $145,366 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $137,733 to $152,999. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS last sell?

5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS last sold on Nov 10, 2020, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS?

5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,140 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS built?

5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS?

5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS is assigned to McCarter Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Topeka West High School (high), rated D; French Middle School (middle), 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 5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66604?

Among the 8,522 homes in Topeka 66604, it is worth more than 40% of them ($145,366 against a typical $161,448), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($128 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,140 ft² against a typical 1,360 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1954 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 33% 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 5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5524 Sw 18th St, Topeka, KS was $2,167. The county assessed it at $15,474.

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