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$255,450$242 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $34,000 on Jul 24, 1989

1153 RUTH AVE

VERNONIA, OR 97064
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,056 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$255K
$241K low$270K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$34,000 · Jul 24, 1989
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.$255,450
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$204,360

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,404 (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.$132,550 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$83,680
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,870
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$107,340
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$235,670

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
26
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
99
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
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
CountyColumbia
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
Vernonia Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Vernonia Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Vernonia High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Vernonia School District 47j

Neighborhood · ZIP 97064These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.126
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.183

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,343
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,686
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,915
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.68 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

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

1153 Ruth Ave 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 96% of homes in Columbia County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Columbia County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Columbia County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Vernonia 97064

What homes are worth in Vernonia 97064

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

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$181K$969K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Vernonia 97064.

How it measures up in Vernonia 97064

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vernonia 97064.

Estimated value$255,450
CheaperTypical $378,309Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $248Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 1153 Ruth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVernonia 97064Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$255,45014% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24244% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²17% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac50% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than19204% of homes7% of homes

About 1153 Ruth Ave

How much is 1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR is $255,450 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $240,728 to $270,172. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR last sell?

1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR last sold on Jul 24, 1989 for $34,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR?

1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR built?

1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR?

1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR is assigned to Vernonia Middle School (middle), rated B-; Vernonia Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Vernonia High School (high), rated D. All sit in Vernonia School District 47j. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR compare to other homes in Vernonia 97064?

Among the 1,684 homes in Vernonia 97064, it is worth more than 14% of them ($255,450 against a typical $378,309), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($242 against a typical $248), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1920 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Columbia County, it is worth more than 4% 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 1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1153 Ruth Ave, Vernonia, OR was $2,404. The county assessed it at $132,550.

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