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$275,666$234 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $124,000 on Apr 27, 2006

5500 S 20TH ST

LINCOLN, NE 68512
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,180 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
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

$276K
$260K low$291K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$124,000 · Apr 27, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,738 (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.$268,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$218,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$224,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$268,200

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.Split Level
CountyLancaster
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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, Built-in
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 120 ft²

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
Ruth Hill Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Scott Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Southwest High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Lincoln Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68512These 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.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
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.13,022
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,338 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$108,857
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,837
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.59%

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How this home compares

5500 S 20th 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.

  • Worth less than 75% of homes in Lincoln 68512
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Lincoln 68512
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Lincoln 68512
  • Older than 69% of homes in Lincoln 68512

What homes are worth in Lincoln 68512

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

This home
$194K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Lincoln 68512.

How it measures up in Lincoln 68512

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lincoln 68512.

Estimated value$275,666
CheaperTypical $359,950Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$234
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,180 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,719 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 5500 S 20th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLincoln 68512Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$275,66625% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23452% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,180 ft²21% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac34% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than197731% of homes48% of homes

About 5500 S 20th St

How much is 5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE is $275,666 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $260,242 to $291,090. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE last sell?

5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE last sold on Apr 27, 2006 for $124,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE?

5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,180 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE built?

5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE?

5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE is assigned to Ruth Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Scott Middle School (middle), rated A-; Southwest High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Lincoln Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE compare to other homes in Lincoln 68512?

Among the 4,100 homes in Lincoln 68512, it is worth more than 25% of them ($275,666 against a typical $359,950), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($234 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,180 ft² against a typical 1,719 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1977 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 40% 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 5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5500 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE was $4,738. The county assessed it at $268,200.

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