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$499,889$424 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $375,000 on May 26, 2006

1261 S COLUMBIA ST

SEASIDE, OR 97138
2
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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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

$500K
$452K low$548K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$375,000 · May 26, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,025 (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.$237,095 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$237,095
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$271,946
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$511,395

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.38
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
31
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
100
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyClatsop
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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.Central
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.Patio · 749 ft²Porch · 300 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Seaside Heights Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Seaside High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Broadway Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Seaside School District 10

Neighborhood · ZIP 97138These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.298

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.67%
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.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,382
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,096
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,187
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.135 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

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How this home compares

1261 S Columbia 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Clatsop County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Clatsop County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Seaside 97138

What homes are worth in Seaside 97138

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

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$172K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Seaside 97138.

How it measures up in Seaside 97138

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seaside 97138.

Estimated value$499,889
CheaperTypical $507,653Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$424
CheaperTypical $371Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,180 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,402 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 1261 S Columbia St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSeaside 97138Clatsop County
Estimated valuepricier than$499,88948% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42467% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,180 ft²37% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac42% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than196033% of homes38% of homes

About 1261 S Columbia St

How much is 1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR is $499,889 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $452,278 to $547,500. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR last sell?

1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR last sold on May 26, 2006 for $375,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR?

1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,180 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR built?

1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR?

1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR is assigned to Seaside Heights Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Seaside High School (high), rated D; Broadway Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Seaside School District 10. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR compare to other homes in Seaside 97138?

Among the 7,417 homes in Seaside 97138, it is worth more than 48% of them ($499,889 against a typical $507,653), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($424 against a typical $371), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,180 ft² against a typical 1,402 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1960 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Clatsop County, it is worth more than 49% 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 1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1261 S Columbia St, Seaside, OR was $4,025. The county assessed it at $237,095.

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