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$709,752$357 / 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 $576,958 on Dec 14, 2020

8521 S ROME WAY

AURORA, CO 80016
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,988 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2020
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$710K
$680K low$739K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$576,958 · Dec 14, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,012 (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.$47,550 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,170
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$35,380
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$46,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$699,269

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.56
34
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
55
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
22
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
98
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.6 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.Ranch
CountyDOUGLAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Porch · 308 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.

M
Sierra Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 mi
E
Pine Lane Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.2 mi
H
Chaparral High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Douglas County School District Re-1

Neighborhood · ZIP 80016These 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.32
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.63,067
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,823 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,062
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$177,924
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

8521 S Rome Way 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 less than 83% of homes in Rocking Horse
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Aurora 80016
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Rocking Horse
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Rocking Horse
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Aurora 80016

What homes are worth in Aurora 80016

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

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$337K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Aurora 80016.

How it measures up in Aurora 80016

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Aurora 80016.

Estimated value$709,752
CheaperTypical $776,995Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$357
CheaperTypical $253Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,988 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,166 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built2020
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 8521 S Rome Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRocking HorseAurora 80016Douglas County
Estimated valuepricier than$709,75217% of homes35% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35786% of homes95% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,988 ft²13% of homes17% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac11% of homes23% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than202061% of homes90% of homes88% of homes

About 8521 S Rome Way

How much is 8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO is $709,752 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $680,095 to $739,409. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO last sell?

8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO last sold on Dec 14, 2020 for $576,958, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO?

8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,988 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO built?

8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO was built in 2020, making it 6 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO?

8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO is assigned to Sierra Middle School (middle), rated C-; Pine Lane Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Chaparral High School (high), rated A. All sit in Douglas County School District Re-1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO compare to other homes in Aurora 80016?

Among the 20,447 homes in Aurora 80016, it is worth more than 35% of them ($709,752 against a typical $776,995), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($357 against a typical $253), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,988 ft² against a typical 3,166 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2020 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Douglas County, it is worth more than 50% 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 8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8521 S Rome Way, Aurora, CO was $5,012. The county assessed it at $47,550.

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