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$301,019$144 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $162,500 on Feb 9, 2004

638 FOREST AVE

CRETE, NE 68333
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,096 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1911
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$301K
$285K low$317K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$162,500 · Feb 9, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,744 (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.$340,890 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,155
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$291,735
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$242,560
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$340,890

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountySaline
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
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.Forced Air
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, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 96 ft²Patio · 220 ft²Porch · 342 ft²

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

E
Crete Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.5 mi
M
Crete Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Crete High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Crete Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68333These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.9,128
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,212
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,542
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 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

638 Forest Ave 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 75% of homes in Saline County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Crete 68333
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Crete 68333
  • Older than 82% of homes in Crete 68333

What homes are worth in Crete 68333

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

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$83K$695K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Crete 68333.

How it measures up in Crete 68333

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Crete 68333.

Estimated value$301,019
CheaperTypical $241,433Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$144
CheaperTypical $175Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,096 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1911
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 638 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCrete 68333Saline County
Estimated valuepricier than$301,01967% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14425% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than2,096 ft²87% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac64% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than191118% of homes22% of homes

About 638 Forest Ave

How much is 638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE is $301,019 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $284,834 to $317,204. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE last sell?

638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE last sold on Feb 9, 2004 for $162,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE?

638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,096 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE built?

638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE was built in 1911, making it 115 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE?

638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE is assigned to Crete Elementary School (elementary); Crete Middle School (middle), rated A-; Crete High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Crete Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE compare to other homes in Crete 68333?

Among the 2,608 homes in Crete 68333, it is worth more than 67% of them ($301,019 against a typical $241,433), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($144 against a typical $175), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,096 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1911 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Saline County, it is worth more than 75% 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 638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 638 Forest Ave, Crete, NE was $4,744. The county assessed it at $340,890.

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