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$370,654$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 96How 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
Last sold for $214,000 on May 25, 2011

5839 N 20TH ST

LINCOLN, NE 68521
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,540 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$371K
$356K low$386K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$214,000 · May 25, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,986 (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.$365,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$110,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$255,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$288,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$365,600

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.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
CountyLANCASTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.Central
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, 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.Deck · 100 ft²Patio · 100 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.

H
North Star High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Kooser Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Dawes Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Lincoln Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68521These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,313
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,797 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,444
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,589
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.59%

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How this home compares

5839 N 20th 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 more than 79% of homes in Lincoln 68521
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Lincoln 68521
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Lincoln 68521
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Lincoln 68521
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Lancaster County

What homes are worth in Lincoln 68521

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

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$139K$588K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Lincoln 68521.

How it measures up in Lincoln 68521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lincoln 68521.

Estimated value$370,654
CheaperTypical $291,110Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $224Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area2,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,321 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 5839 N 20th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLincoln 68521Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$370,65479% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1469% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than2,540 ft²95% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac94% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than200168% of homes74% of homes

About 5839 N 20th St

How much is 5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE is $370,654 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $355,633 to $385,675. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE last sell?

5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE last sold on May 25, 2011 for $214,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE?

5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,540 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE built?

5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE?

5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE is assigned to North Star High School (high), rated F; Kooser Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Dawes Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Lincoln Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE compare to other homes in Lincoln 68521?

Among the 10,856 homes in Lincoln 68521, it is worth more than 79% of them ($370,654 against a typical $291,110), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($146 against a typical $224), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,540 ft² against a typical 1,321 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (2001 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 66% 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 5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5839 N 20th St, Lincoln, NE was $3,986. The county assessed it at $365,600.

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