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$271,365$117 / 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

159 RIVER DR

APPLETON, WI 54915
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,316 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.
1932
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$271K
$253K low$290K high
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.$168,205
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$134,564
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.38%
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.$103,160
FOX COMMUNITIES CU · recorded Oct 24, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,376 (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.$234,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$199,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$265,900

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.Cape Cod
CountyOUTAGAMIE
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)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Stephen Foster Elementary Charter SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
James Madison Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Appleton East High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Appleton Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 54915These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.67
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
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.42,379
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,670 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,404
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,213
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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.Yes

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

159 River Dr 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 less per square foot than 96% of homes in Appleton 54915
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Outagamie County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Appleton 54915
  • Older than 95% of homes in Appleton 54915

What homes are worth in Appleton 54915

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

This home
$163K$583K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Appleton 54915.

How it measures up in Appleton 54915

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Appleton 54915.

Estimated value$271,365
CheaperTypical $298,488Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area2,316 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,598 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1932
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 159 River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver DriveAppleton 54915Outagamie County
Estimated valuepricier than$271,36551% of homes39% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1177% of homes4% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,316 ft²80% of homes84% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac18% of homes5% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than193214% of homes5% of homes19% of homes

About 159 River Dr

How much is 159 River Dr, Appleton, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 River Dr, Appleton, WI is $271,365 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $252,847 to $289,883. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 River Dr, Appleton, WI last sell?

159 River Dr, Appleton, WI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 River Dr, Appleton, WI?

159 River Dr, Appleton, WI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,316 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 159 River Dr, Appleton, WI built?

159 River Dr, Appleton, WI was built in 1932, making it 94 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 River Dr, Appleton, WI?

159 River Dr, Appleton, WI is assigned to Stephen Foster Elementary Charter School (elementary), rated B; James Madison Middle School (middle), rated D+; Appleton East High School (high), rated C. All sit in Appleton Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 River Dr, Appleton, WI compare to other homes in Appleton 54915?

Among the 13,743 homes in Appleton 54915, it is worth more than 39% of them ($271,365 against a typical $298,488), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($117 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,316 ft² against a typical 1,598 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1932 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Outagamie County, it is worth more than 43% 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 159 River Dr, Appleton, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 159 River Dr, Appleton, WI was $3,376. The county assessed it at $234,800.

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