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$867,578$669 / 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 48How 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

8540 BLUE RIVER HILLS RD

MANHATTAN, KS 66503
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,296 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.
127.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$868K
$420K low$1.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,677 (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.$24,334 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,326
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,008
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,364
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$192,170

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.59
94
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
72
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
52
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.65 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyRILEY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.127.45
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.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Shed · 240 ft²Porch · 462 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Riley County Grade SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 7.2 mi
H
Riley County High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.3 mi

District: Riley County Unified School District 378

Neighborhood · ZIP 66503These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.16,852
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.138 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,093
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,630
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

8540 Blue River Hills 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Riley County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Manhattan 66503
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Manhattan 66503
  • Among the largest lots in Manhattan 66503
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Riley County

What homes are worth in Manhattan 66503

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

This home
$164K$978K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Manhattan 66503.

How it measures up in Manhattan 66503

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Manhattan 66503.

Estimated value$867,578
CheaperTypical $388,878Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$669
CheaperTypical $248Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,609 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size127.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 8540 Blue River Hills Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeManhattan 66503Riley County
Estimated valuepricier than$867,57896% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$669almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²21% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than127.45 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than200259% of homes76% of homes

About 8540 Blue River Hills Rd

How much is 8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS is $867,578 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $420,009 to $1,315,147. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS last sell?

8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS?

8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 127.45-acre lot.

When was 8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS built?

8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS?

8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS is assigned to Riley County Grade School (elementary), rated A-; Riley County High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Riley County Unified School District 378. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS compare to other homes in Manhattan 66503?

Among the 5,947 homes in Manhattan 66503, it is worth more than 96% of them ($867,578 against a typical $388,878), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($669 against a typical $248), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,609 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (127.45 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (2002 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Riley County, it is worth more than almost all 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 8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8540 Blue River Hills Rd, Manhattan, KS was $2,677. The county assessed it at $24,334.

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