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$1,178,888$526 / 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 93How 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 $1,275,000 on May 23, 2023

1229 N 42ND PL

RENTON, WA 98056
2
Beds
2.3
Baths
2,240 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.
3,384 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
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

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,275,000 · May 23, 2023
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.$453,888
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$363,110
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.61%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$725,000
AMERICAN PACIFIC MORTGAGE CORP · recorded May 23, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,107 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,314,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$677,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$637,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,275,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,314,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyKING
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Deck · 130 ft²Porch · 80 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Hazelwood Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Ridson Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Hazen High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: Renton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98056These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.278

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
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.36,397
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,344 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,820
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,793
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

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.Yes

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

1229 N 42nd Pl 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 74% of homes in Renton 98056
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in May Creek
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in King County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Renton 98056
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Renton 98056

What homes are worth in Renton 98056

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

This home
$271K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Renton 98056.

How it measures up in Renton 98056

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Renton 98056.

Estimated value$1,178,888
CheaperTypical $806,207Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$526
CheaperTypical $452Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area2,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,900 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size3,384 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 1229 N 42nd Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMay CreekRenton 98056King County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,178,88854% of homes74% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52677% of homes70% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than2,240 ft²45% of homes63% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,384 ft²10% of homes3% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than201086% of homes90% of homes90% of homes

About 1229 N 42nd Pl

How much is 1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA is $1,178,888 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,095,484 to $1,262,292. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA last sell?

1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA last sold on May 23, 2023 for $1,275,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA?

1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA has 2 bedrooms, 2.3 bathrooms, 2,240 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA built?

1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA?

1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA is assigned to Hazelwood Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Ridson Middle School (middle), rated B+; Hazen High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Renton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA compare to other homes in Renton 98056?

Among the 10,460 homes in Renton 98056, it is worth more than 74% of them ($1,178,888 against a typical $806,207), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($526 against a typical $452), it is bigger than 63% of them (2,240 ft² against a typical 1,900 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (3,384 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2010 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 71% 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 1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1229 N 42nd Pl, Renton, WA was $14,107. The county assessed it at $1,314,000.

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