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$485,307$189 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $295,260 on Sep 11, 2025

8517 RICHARDS RD

LENEXA, KS 66215
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,564 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$485K
$426K low$544K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$295,260 · Sep 11, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,440 (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.$49,749 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,574
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$39,175
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,540
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$432,600

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.Conventional
CountyJOHNSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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.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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood / Spot
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 238 ft²Patio · 238 ft²Porch · 274 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Rising Star Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Trailridge Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Shawnee Mission Northwest High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Shawnee Mission Public Schools Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 66215These 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.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,419
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,406 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,651
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,155
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

8517 Richards Rd 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 81% of homes in Lenexa 66215
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Johnson County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Lenexa 66215
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Lenexa 66215

What homes are worth in Lenexa 66215

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

This home
$214K$613K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Lenexa 66215.

How it measures up in Lenexa 66215

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lenexa 66215.

Estimated value$485,307
CheaperTypical $401,804Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$189
CheaperTypical $184Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area2,564 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,066 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 8517 Richards Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLenexa 66215Johnson County
Estimated valuepricier than$485,30781% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18957% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than2,564 ft²73% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac67% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than197961% of homes40% of homes

About 8517 Richards Rd

How much is 8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS is $485,307 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $426,307 to $544,307. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS last sell?

8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS last sold on Sep 11, 2025 for $295,260, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS?

8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,564 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS built?

8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS?

8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS is assigned to Rising Star Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Trailridge Middle School (middle), rated B+; Shawnee Mission Northwest High School (high), rated B. All sit in Shawnee Mission Public Schools Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS compare to other homes in Lenexa 66215?

Among the 7,597 homes in Lenexa 66215, it is worth more than 81% of them ($485,307 against a typical $401,804), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($189 against a typical $184), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,564 ft² against a typical 2,066 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1979 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Johnson County, it is worth more than 53% 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 8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8517 Richards Rd, Lenexa, KS was $5,440. The county assessed it at $49,749.

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