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$739,293$202 / 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 86How 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
Last sold for $550,000 on Jan 16, 2004

8256 42ND AVE

KENOSHA, WI 53142
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
3,651 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.
0.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$739K
$636K low$843K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$550,000 · Jan 16, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,674 (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.$639,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$107,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$531,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$472,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$752,236

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.10 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyKenosha
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.97
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 386 ft²Patio · 530 ft²Porch · 96 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.

M
Lance Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Whittier Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Tremper High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Kenosha School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53142These 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.54
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.9%
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.31,628
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,472 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,557
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,642
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

8256 42nd 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Kenosha 53142
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Kenosha 53142
  • Among the largest homes in Kenosha 53142
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Kenosha 53142
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Kenosha County

What homes are worth in Kenosha 53142

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

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$159K$668K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Kenosha 53142.

How it measures up in Kenosha 53142

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kenosha 53142.

Estimated value$739,293
CheaperTypical $337,819Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$202
CheaperTypical $232Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area3,651 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.97 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 8256 42nd Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKenosha 53142Kenosha County
Estimated valuepricier than$739,293almost all homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20227% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than3,651 ft²almost all homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.97 ac95% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than199167% of homes69% of homes

About 8256 42nd Ave

How much is 8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI is $739,293 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $636,044 to $842,542. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI last sell?

8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI last sold on Jan 16, 2004 for $550,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI?

8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,651 square feet of living space and a 0.97-acre lot.

When was 8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI built?

8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI?

8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI is assigned to Lance Middle School (middle), rated C-; Whittier Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Tremper High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Kenosha School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI compare to other homes in Kenosha 53142?

Among the 10,882 homes in Kenosha 53142, it is worth more than almost all of them ($739,293 against a typical $337,819), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($202 against a typical $232), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,651 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (0.97 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1991 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Kenosha County, it is worth more than 95% 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 8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8256 42nd Ave, Kenosha, WI was $10,674. The county assessed it at $639,100.

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