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$171,030$146 / 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 84How 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

581 ROAD 4

COLUMBUS, NE 68601
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,172 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.
1.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
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

$171K
$143K low$199K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,012 (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.$161,010 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$111,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$107,705
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,510

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.17
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
2
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.17 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.Rural Residence
CountyCOLFAX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.16
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.Block (Unspecified)
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, Detached
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.Deck · 40 ft²Porch · 32 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Schuyler Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.1 mi
H
Schuyler Central High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.1 mi

District: Schuyler Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68601These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
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.94%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,888
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.107 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,532
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,181
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

581 Road 4 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 85% of homes in Columbus 68601
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Columbus 68601
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Colfax County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Columbus 68601
  • Older than 83% of homes in Columbus 68601

What homes are worth in Columbus 68601

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

This home
$109K$626K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Columbus 68601.

How it measures up in Columbus 68601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbus 68601.

Estimated value$171,030
CheaperTypical $255,909Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $192Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,172 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,375 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size1.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 581 Road 4 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbus 68601Colfax County
Estimated valuepricier than$171,03015% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14620% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,172 ft²35% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.16 ac90% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than194217% of homes44% of homes

About 581 Road 4

How much is 581 Road 4, Columbus, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 581 Road 4, Columbus, NE is $171,030 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $143,137 to $198,923. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 581 Road 4, Columbus, NE last sell?

581 Road 4, Columbus, NE last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 581 Road 4, Columbus, NE?

581 Road 4, Columbus, NE has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,172 square feet of living space and a 1.16-acre lot.

When was 581 Road 4, Columbus, NE built?

581 Road 4, Columbus, NE was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 581 Road 4, Columbus, NE?

581 Road 4, Columbus, NE is assigned to Schuyler Middle School (middle), rated D+; Schuyler Central High School (high), rated F. All sit in Schuyler Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 581 Road 4, Columbus, NE compare to other homes in Columbus 68601?

Among the 11,178 homes in Columbus 68601, it is worth more than 15% of them ($171,030 against a typical $255,909), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($146 against a typical $192), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,172 ft² against a typical 1,375 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (1.16 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1942 against a typical 1973). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 581 Road 4, Columbus, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 581 Road 4, Columbus, NE was $1,012. The county assessed it at $161,010.

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