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$682,077$156 / 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 54How 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 $197,500 on Aug 5, 2020

38242 RIVER RIDGE RD

VALENTINE, NE 69201
3
Baths
4,377 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.
3.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$682K
$368K low$996K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$197,500 · Aug 5, 2020
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.$682,077
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$545,662

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,193 (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.$1,106,930 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$371,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$735,630
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,113,380
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,106,930

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCHERRY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 253 ft²

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

H
Valentine High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 16.5 mi

District: Valentine Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 69201These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,705
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,504
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,710
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.21 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

38242 River Ridge 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 94% of homes in Cherry County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Valentine 69201
  • Among the largest homes in Valentine 69201
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Valentine 69201
  • Among the newest homes in Cherry County

What homes are worth in Valentine 69201

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

This home
$96K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Valentine 69201.

How it measures up in Valentine 69201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Valentine 69201.

Estimated value$682,077
CheaperTypical $276,276Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area4,377 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,375 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size3.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 38242 River Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValentine 69201Cherry County
Estimated valuepricier than$682,07792% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15626% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than4,377 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than3.13 ac74% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than202198% of homesalmost all homes

About 38242 River Ridge Rd

How much is 38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE is $682,077 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $368,153 to $996,001. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE last sell?

38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE last sold on Aug 5, 2020 for $197,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE?

38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE has 3 bathrooms, 4,377 square feet of living space and a 3.13-acre lot.

When was 38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE built?

38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE?

38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE is assigned to Valentine High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Valentine Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE compare to other homes in Valentine 69201?

Among the 1,729 homes in Valentine 69201, it is worth more than 92% of them ($682,077 against a typical $276,276), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($156 against a typical $202), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,377 ft² against a typical 1,375 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (3.13 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2021 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Cherry County, it is worth more than 94% 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 38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38242 River Ridge Rd, Valentine, NE was $5,193. The county assessed it at $1,106,930.

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