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$520,397$235 / 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 97How 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 $164,000 on Jun 17, 1996

1609 8TH AVE SW

OLYMPIA, WA 98502
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
2,210 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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

$520K
$503K low$537K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$164,000 · Jun 17, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5 (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.$497,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$192,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$305,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$475,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$497,500

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.5
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
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.
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.Split Level
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.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 156 ft²Porch · 131 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Garfield Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Jefferson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Capital High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 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

1609 8th Ave 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 less per square foot than 94% of homes in South Westside
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in South Westside
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in South Westside
  • Older than 91% of homes in Thurston County

What homes are worth in Olympia 98502

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

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$287K$1.6M

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$520,397
CheaperTypical $569,781Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$235
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area2,210 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,888 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 1609 8th Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth WestsideOlympia 98502Thurston County
Estimated valuepricier than$520,39757% of homes36% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2356% of homes12% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than2,210 ft²81% of homes64% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac89% of homes51% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than195035% of homes14% of homes9% of homes

About 1609 8th Ave Sw

How much is 1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA is $520,397 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $503,378 to $537,416. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA last sell?

1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA last sold on Jun 17, 1996 for $164,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA?

1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,210 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA built?

1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA?

1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA is assigned to Garfield Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Jefferson Middle School (middle), rated A; Capital High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Olympia School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA compare to other homes in Olympia 98502?

Among the 11,287 homes in Olympia 98502, it is worth more than 36% of them ($520,397 against a typical $569,781), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($235 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 64% of them (2,210 ft² against a typical 1,888 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1950 against a typical 1985). 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 1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1609 8th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA was $5. The county assessed it at $497,500.

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