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$362,224$310 / 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 97How 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 $130,000 on May 18, 2004

985 GARDEN ST

BENNET, NE 68317
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,168 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
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

$362K
$352K low$372K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$130,000 · May 18, 2004
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.$175,367
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$140,294
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.53%
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.$100,000
PINNACLE BANK BEATRICE · recorded May 18, 2004
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.$86,857
WELLS FARGO BANK NA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,914 (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.$301,000 (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.$231,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$253,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$301,000

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.0.21
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

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.

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

985 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Bennet 68317
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Bennet 68317
  • Newer than 73% 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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$142K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 40% 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$362,224
CheaperTypical $415,439Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$310
CheaperTypical $265Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,168 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.58 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 985 Garden St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennet 68317Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$362,22440% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31069% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,168 ft²17% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac16% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than200160% of homes73% of homes

About 985 Garden St

How much is 985 Garden St, Bennet, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 985 Garden St, Bennet, NE is $362,224 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $352,337 to $372,111. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 985 Garden St, Bennet, NE last sell?

985 Garden St, Bennet, NE last sold on May 18, 2004 for $130,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 985 Garden St, Bennet, NE?

985 Garden St, Bennet, NE has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,168 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 985 Garden St, Bennet, NE built?

985 Garden St, Bennet, NE was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 985 Garden St, Bennet, NE?

985 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 985 Garden St, Bennet, NE compare to other homes in Bennet 68317?

Among the 833 homes in Bennet 68317, it is worth more than 40% of them ($362,224 against a typical $415,439), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($310 against a typical $265), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,168 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.58 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (2001 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 63% 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 985 Garden St, Bennet, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 985 Garden St, Bennet, NE was $4,914. The county assessed it at $301,000.

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