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$313,363$244 / 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 93How 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 $21,000 on Apr 4, 2002

970 GARDEN ST

BENNET, NE 68317
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,286 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.
0.27 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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$313K
$293K low$334K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$21,000 · Apr 4, 2002
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.137%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$272,482
UNION BANK & TRUST · recorded Oct 21, 2002
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$162,186
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA
3rd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$31,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,968 (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.$304,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$234,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$264,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$304,300

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
CountyLancaster
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
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.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

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

E
Bennet Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Palmyra Jr.-Sr. High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 5.8 mi

District: Palmyra School District or-1

Neighborhood · ZIP 68317These 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.82
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 100.35

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
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.2,486
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.52 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,951
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$152,157
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

970 Garden St 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 70% of homes in Bennet 68317
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Bennet 68317
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Lancaster County

What homes are worth in Bennet 68317

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

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$138K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Bennet 68317.

How it measures up in Bennet 68317

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bennet 68317.

Estimated value$313,363
CheaperTypical $411,848Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$244
CheaperTypical $263Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,286 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,538 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.58 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 970 Garden St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennet 68317Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$313,36330% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24441% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,286 ft²27% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac30% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than200263% of homes76% of homes

About 970 Garden St

How much is 970 Garden St, Bennet, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 970 Garden St, Bennet, NE is $313,363 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $292,552 to $334,174. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 970 Garden St, Bennet, NE last sell?

970 Garden St, Bennet, NE last sold on Apr 4, 2002 for $21,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 970 Garden St, Bennet, NE?

970 Garden St, Bennet, NE has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,286 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 970 Garden St, Bennet, NE built?

970 Garden St, Bennet, NE was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 970 Garden St, Bennet, NE?

970 Garden St, Bennet, NE is assigned to Bennet Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Palmyra Jr.-Sr. High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Palmyra School District or-1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 970 Garden St, Bennet, NE compare to other homes in Bennet 68317?

Among the 831 homes in Bennet 68317, it is worth more than 30% of them ($313,363 against a typical $411,848), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($244 against a typical $263), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,286 ft² against a typical 1,538 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.58 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (2002 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 52% 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 970 Garden St, Bennet, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 970 Garden St, Bennet, NE was $4,968. The county assessed it at $304,300.

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