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$501,485$267 / 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 97How 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 $479,000 on May 24, 2023

1053 HICKORY ST

INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,880 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.
0.12 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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$501K
$488K low$515K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$479,000 · May 24, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,549 (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.$258,250 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$67,680
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$190,570
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$250,730
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$499,360

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
37
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyPOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Independence Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Talmadge Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Central School District 13j

Neighborhood · ZIP 97351These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.175

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.96%
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.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,271
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.240 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,961
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,161
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.47%

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How this home compares

1053 Hickory 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 more than 78% of homes in Independence 97351
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Independence 97351
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Independence 97351
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Independence 97351

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

This home
$263K$883K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Independence 97351.

How it measures up in Independence 97351

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 97351.

Estimated value$501,485
CheaperTypical $414,215Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$267
CheaperTypical $290Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,880 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 1053 Hickory St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 97351Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$501,48578% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26736% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,880 ft²73% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac11% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than202196% of homes97% of homes

About 1053 Hickory St

How much is 1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR is $501,485 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $487,576 to $515,394. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR last sell?

1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR last sold on May 24, 2023 for $479,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR?

1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,880 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR built?

1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR?

1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR is assigned to Independence Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Central High School (high), rated C; Talmadge Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Central School District 13j. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR compare to other homes in Independence 97351?

Among the 3,175 homes in Independence 97351, it is worth more than 78% of them ($501,485 against a typical $414,215), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($267 against a typical $290), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,880 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2021 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 63% 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 1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1053 Hickory St, Independence, OR was $4,549. The county assessed it at $258,250.

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