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$327,003$141 / 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 92How 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 $179,900 on Apr 10, 2015

256 RIVER DR

APPLETON, WI 54915
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,312 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$327K
$302K low$352K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$179,900 · Apr 10, 2015
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.$156,753
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$125,402
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.46%
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.$170,250
NICOLET NAT'L BK · recorded Jan 27, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,493 (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.$307,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$254,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$348,200

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyOUTAGAMIE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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 · 0.5 mi
M
James Madison Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Appleton East High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 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.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

256 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.

  • Worth more than 73% of homes in River Drive
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Appleton 54915
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Outagamie County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in River Drive
  • Newer than 86% of homes in River Drive

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
$162K$572K

This home is worth more than 61% 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$327,003
CheaperTypical $298,529Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$141
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area2,312 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 256 River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver DriveAppleton 54915Outagamie County
Estimated valuepricier than$327,00373% of homes61% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14131% of homes14% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than2,312 ft²79% of homes84% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac69% of homes55% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than195486% of homes17% of homes34% of homes

About 256 River Dr

How much is 256 River Dr, Appleton, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 River Dr, Appleton, WI is $327,003 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $302,011 to $351,995. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 River Dr, Appleton, WI last sell?

256 River Dr, Appleton, WI last sold on Apr 10, 2015 for $179,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 River Dr, Appleton, WI?

256 River Dr, Appleton, WI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,312 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 256 River Dr, Appleton, WI built?

256 River Dr, Appleton, WI was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 River Dr, Appleton, WI?

256 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 256 River Dr, Appleton, WI compare to other homes in Appleton 54915?

Among the 13,743 homes in Appleton 54915, it is worth more than 61% of them ($327,003 against a typical $298,529), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($141 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,312 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1954 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Outagamie County, it is worth more than 60% 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 256 River Dr, Appleton, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 256 River Dr, Appleton, WI was $4,493. The county assessed it at $307,500.

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