Elko County property record for 255 5th St, Wells, NV 89835
| Property Type | Duplex |
|---|---|
| Details | 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,664 sqft · built 1949 |
| Lot Size | 0.172 acres (7,492 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on Record |
| Tax Bill | $729 (2026) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 002-544-007 |
| Primary APN | 002-544-007 |
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| Bedrooms | 4 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Plumbing Fixtures | 10 Plumbing Fixtures |
| Units | 2 Units |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,664 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 2,464 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,664 sqft |
| Basement Area | 800 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1949 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1949 |
| Architectural Style | Duplex Single |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 7,492 sqft (0.172 acres) |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
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| Street Address | 255 5TH ST |
|---|---|
| City | ELKO |
| State | NV |
| Zip | 89801 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Duplex |
| Local Zoning Code | BC |
| Legal Description | WELLS CITY FILE 10993 |
| Legal Block | Q |
| Legal Lot Number | 25,26 |
| Jurisdiction | ELKO NV |
| Township / Civil Division | WELLS |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2006 |
| Census Tract | 950200 |
Source: Elko County records, as of September 29, 2026
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| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | PO BOX 135, WELLS, NV 89835-0135 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
Source: Elko County assessment roll, as of September 29, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Nevada |
| County | Elko County |
| Municipality | Wells City |
| Unified School District | Elko County School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $729.00 (+5.35%) | $25,371 (+0.9%) Land $3,500 Building $21,871 | $72,489 (+0.9%) Land $10,000 Building $62,489 |
| 2025 | $692.00 (+14.95%) | $25,144 (+26.02%) Land $3,500 Building $21,644 | $71,840 (+26.02%) Land $10,000 Building $61,840 |
| 2023 | $602.00 (+2.91%) | $19,953 (+14.92%) Land $1,024 Building $18,929 | $57,009 (+14.92%) Land $2,926 Building $54,083 |
| 2022 | $585.00 | $17,362 Land $1,024 Building $16,338 | $49,606 Land $2,926 Building $46,680 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective May 23, 2023
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Very High above 90% of the US · above 76% of Nevada |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 1% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within ember reach |
Insurers in high-risk areas may require mitigation or decline coverage; check availability before making an offer.
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | WELLS MUNICIPAL WATER DEPARTMENT serves 1,300 people · EPA ID NV0000245 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Dec 2024 |
| Lead | 2 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 1 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. The service area is an EPA estimate; the actual supplier may differ.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 197 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Eccelerate Internet Cable | 300 / 100 |
| Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Beehive Broadband.
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