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$389,625$221 / 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 95How 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 $180,000 on Jun 5, 2004

1685 PLATTE RIVER RD

AMES, NE 68621
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,762 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.
1.87 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$390K
$370K low$409K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,000 · Jun 5, 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.$389,625
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$311,700

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,984 (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.$281,820 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,135
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$217,685
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$281,820
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$281,820

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDodge
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.87
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.Raised (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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 20 ft²

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

E
Milliken Park Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.8 mi
H
Fremont Senior High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.8 mi
M
Fremont Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 8.2 mi

District: Fremont Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68621These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
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.452
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,662
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,558
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.66%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

1685 Platte River 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.

  • Worth more than 84% of homes in Dodge County
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Dodge County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Dodge County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Dodge County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Dodge County

What homes are worth in Ames 68621

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

This home
$117K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Ames 68621.

How it measures up in Ames 68621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ames 68621.

Estimated value$389,625
CheaperTypical $342,589Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$221
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,762 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size1.87 ac
SmallerTypical 1.67 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 1685 Platte River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmes 68621Dodge County
Estimated valuepricier than$389,62559% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22150% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,762 ft²65% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.87 ac51% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than197050% of homes65% of homes

About 1685 Platte River Rd

How much is 1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE is $389,625 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $369,761 to $409,489. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE last sell?

1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE last sold on Jun 5, 2004 for $180,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE?

1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,762 square feet of living space and a 1.87-acre lot.

When was 1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE built?

1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE?

1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE is assigned to Milliken Park Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Fremont Senior High School (high), rated F; Fremont Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Fremont Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE compare to other homes in Ames 68621?

Among the 267 homes in Ames 68621, it is worth more than 59% of them ($389,625 against a typical $342,589), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($221 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,762 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (1.87 ac against a typical 1.67 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1970 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Dodge County, it is worth more than 84% 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 1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1685 Platte River Rd, Ames, NE was $2,984. The county assessed it at $281,820.

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