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Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $180,880 on Jun 18, 2021

5836 SW STERLING LN

TOPEKA, KS 66604
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,447 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,880 · Jun 18, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,453 (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.$23,985 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$23,515
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$208,570

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.34
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.
53
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.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
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.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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 · 154 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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 · 0.3 mi
H
Topeka West High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Landon Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 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

5836 Sw Sterling Ln 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Newer than 98% 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.

Living area1,447 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 5836 Sw Sterling Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66604Shawnee County
Living areabigger than1,447 ft²57% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac25% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than200498% of homes92% of homes

About 5836 Sw Sterling Ln

When did 5836 Sw Sterling Ln, Topeka, KS last sell?

5836 Sw Sterling Ln, Topeka, KS last sold on Jun 18, 2021 for $180,880, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5836 Sw Sterling Ln, Topeka, KS?

5836 Sw Sterling Ln, Topeka, KS has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,447 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 5836 Sw Sterling Ln, Topeka, KS built?

5836 Sw Sterling Ln, Topeka, KS was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5836 Sw Sterling Ln, Topeka, KS?

5836 Sw Sterling Ln, Topeka, KS is assigned to McCarter Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Topeka West High School (high), rated C; Landon Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5836 Sw Sterling Ln, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66604?

Among the 8,512 homes in Topeka 66604, it is bigger than 57% of them (1,447 ft² against a typical 1,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2004 against a typical 1945). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5836 Sw Sterling Ln, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5836 Sw Sterling Ln, Topeka, KS was $3,453. The county assessed it at $23,985.

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