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$967,557$623 / 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 81How 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

159 HELMSMENS WAY

ORCAS, WA 98280
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,552 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.
7.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$968K
$786K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,235 (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.$902,120 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$561,470
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$340,650
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$861,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$902,120

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.3
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.
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
CountySan Juan
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.35
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Composition (rolled Mineral Roof)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Fan Cooling
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.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 296 ft²Patio · 995 ft²GreenhouseOutdoor kitchen

Transaction History(1)

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
Orcas Island Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.9 mi
M
Orcas Island Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Orcas Island High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Orcas Island School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98280These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.230

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.75%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
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.50
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.56 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,894
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,532
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.33%

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How this home compares

159 Helmsmens Way 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 San Juan County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in San Juan County

What homes are worth in Orcas 98280

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

This home
$277K$3.8M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Orcas 98280.

How it measures up in Orcas 98280

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orcas 98280.

Estimated value$967,557
CheaperTypical $956,019Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$623
CheaperTypical $613Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,552 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,625 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size7.35 ac
SmallerTypical 2.35 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 159 Helmsmens Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrcas 98280San Juan County
Estimated valuepricier than$967,55751% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$62352% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,552 ft²47% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.35 ac84% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than199557% of homes61% of homes

About 159 Helmsmens Way

How much is 159 Helmsmens Way, Orcas, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Helmsmens Way, Orcas, WA is $967,557 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $785,948 to $1,149,166. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 159 Helmsmens Way, Orcas, WA?

159 Helmsmens Way, Orcas, WA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,552 square feet of living space and a 7.35-acre lot.

When was 159 Helmsmens Way, Orcas, WA built?

159 Helmsmens Way, Orcas, WA was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Helmsmens Way, Orcas, WA?

159 Helmsmens Way, Orcas, WA is assigned to Orcas Island Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Orcas Island Middle School (middle), rated A; Orcas Island High School (high), rated A. All sit in Orcas Island School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Helmsmens Way, Orcas, WA compare to other homes in Orcas 98280?

Among the 1,657 homes in Orcas 98280, it is worth more than 51% of them ($967,557 against a typical $956,019), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($623 against a typical $613), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,552 ft² against a typical 1,625 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (7.35 ac against a typical 2.35 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1995 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of San Juan County, it is worth more than 60% 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 159 Helmsmens Way, Orcas, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 159 Helmsmens Way, Orcas, WA was $6,235. The county assessed it at $902,120.

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