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$155,693$88 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

720 SW MERRIAM CT

TOPEKA, KS 66611
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,763 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.
0.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$156K
$143K low$168K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,289 (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.$22,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$199,130

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.41
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
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.
49
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.0.69
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.Concrete
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
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

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(4)

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

E
Highland Park Central Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi
M
Jardine Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Topeka High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501

Neighborhood · ZIP 66611These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.90%
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.17%
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.10,064
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,592 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,747
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,203
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

720 Sw Merriam Ct 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Topeka 66611
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Topeka 66611
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Topeka 66611
  • Older than 78% of homes in Topeka 66611

What homes are worth in Topeka 66611

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

This home
$49K$426K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Topeka 66611.

How it measures up in Topeka 66611

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66611.

Estimated value$155,693
CheaperTypical $157,210Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$88
CheaperTypical $126Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,763 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,288 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.69 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 720 Sw Merriam Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66611Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$155,69349% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8815% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,763 ft²77% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.69 ac95% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than195022% of homes29% of homes

About 720 Sw Merriam Ct

How much is 720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS is $155,693 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $143,205 to $168,181. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS last sell?

720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS last sold on May 31, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS?

720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,763 square feet of living space and a 0.69-acre lot.

When was 720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS built?

720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS?

720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS is assigned to Highland Park Central Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Jardine Middle School (middle), rated C-; Topeka High School (high), rated C. All sit in Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66611?

Among the 3,609 homes in Topeka 66611, it is worth more than 49% of them ($155,693 against a typical $157,210), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($88 against a typical $126), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,763 ft² against a typical 1,288 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (0.69 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1950 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 36% 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 720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 720 Sw Merriam Ct, Topeka, KS was $3,289. The county assessed it at $22,900.

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