Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$318,294$455 / 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 69How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

13151 INDEPENDENCE RD SW

ROCHESTER, WA 98579
1
Beds
1
Baths
700 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.
18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$318K
$221K low$416K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$104 (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.$234,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$173,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$60,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$206,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$234,200

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.26
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
11
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.Cottage
CountyThurston
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.18.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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

M
Rochester Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Rochester High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi
E
Rochester Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 5.5 mi

District: Rochester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98579These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.201

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,480
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.138 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,547
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,823
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.35%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

13151 Independence Rd Sw 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 92% of homes in Thurston County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Rochester 98579
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Thurston County
  • Among the largest lots in Thurston County

What homes are worth in Rochester 98579

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

This home
$196K$899K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Rochester 98579.

How it measures up in Rochester 98579

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rochester 98579.

Estimated value$318,294
CheaperTypical $487,482Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$455
CheaperTypical $300Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area700 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,552 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size18 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 13151 Independence Rd Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRochester 98579Thurston County
Estimated valuepricier than$318,29411% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45598% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than700 ft²3% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than18 ac97% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than199450% of homes57% of homes

About 13151 Independence Rd Sw

How much is 13151 Independence Rd Sw, Rochester, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 13151 Independence Rd Sw, Rochester, WA is $318,294 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $220,818 to $415,770. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 13151 Independence Rd Sw, Rochester, WA?

13151 Independence Rd Sw, Rochester, WA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 700 square feet of living space and a 18.00-acre lot.

When was 13151 Independence Rd Sw, Rochester, WA built?

13151 Independence Rd Sw, Rochester, WA was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 13151 Independence Rd Sw, Rochester, WA?

13151 Independence Rd Sw, Rochester, WA is assigned to Rochester Middle School (middle), rated B; Rochester High School (high), rated C; Rochester Primary School (elementary). All sit in Rochester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 13151 Independence Rd Sw, Rochester, WA compare to other homes in Rochester 98579?

Among the 5,059 homes in Rochester 98579, it is worth more than 11% of them ($318,294 against a typical $487,482), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($455 against a typical $300), it is bigger than 3% of them (700 ft² against a typical 1,552 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (18 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1994 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Thurston County, it is worth more than 8% 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 13151 Independence Rd Sw, Rochester, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 13151 Independence Rd Sw, Rochester, WA was $104. The county assessed it at $234,200.

More homes on Independence Rd Sw

Closest homes

More homes in Rochester 98579

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 13151 Independence Rd Sw on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map