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$521,537$329 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $226,000 on Mar 11, 2005

1501 FERN ST SW

OLYMPIA, WA 98502
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,584 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$522K
$498K low$545K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$226,000 · Mar 11, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,604 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$477,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$157,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$320,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$457,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$477,800

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.19
59
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.
13
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.23 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyTHURSTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Concrete
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 84 ft²Porch · 126 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.

H
Capital High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Thurgood Marshall Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
E
Hansen Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi

District: Olympia School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98502These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.234

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,607
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.529 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,848
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,808
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.35%

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How this home compares

1501 Fern St 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Thurston County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Olympia 98502
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Olympia 98502
  • Newer than 88% of homes in South Westside

What homes are worth in Olympia 98502

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

This home
$292K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Olympia 98502.

How it measures up in Olympia 98502

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Olympia 98502.

Estimated value$521,537
CheaperTypical $570,242Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$329
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,584 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,881 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 1501 Fern St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth WestsideOlympia 98502Thurston County
Estimated valuepricier than$521,53757% of homes36% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32950% of homes55% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,584 ft²46% of homes34% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac15% of homes11% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than200388% of homes76% of homes72% of homes

About 1501 Fern St Sw

How much is 1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA is $521,537 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $498,073 to $545,001. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA last sell?

1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA last sold on Mar 11, 2005 for $226,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA?

1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,584 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA built?

1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA?

1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA is assigned to Capital High School (high), rated B+; Thurgood Marshall Middle School (middle), rated B-; Hansen Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Olympia School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA compare to other homes in Olympia 98502?

Among the 11,283 homes in Olympia 98502, it is worth more than 36% of them ($521,537 against a typical $570,242), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($329 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,584 ft² against a typical 1,881 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (2003 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Thurston County, it is worth more than 48% 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 1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1501 Fern St Sw, Olympia, WA was $4,604. The county assessed it at $477,800.

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