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$562,848$380 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $492,000 on Sep 29, 2021

16609 BENSON RD S

RENTON, WA 98055
4
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,480 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$563K
$531K low$594K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$492,000 · Sep 29, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,398 (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.$592,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$292,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$300,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$578,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$592,000

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
44
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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
CountyKING
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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.Porch · 240 ft²

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Nelson Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Cascade Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Lindbergh High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Renton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98055These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.260

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,369
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,600 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,982
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,498
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

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How this home compares

16609 Benson Rd S 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 78% of homes in King County
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Renton 98055
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in King County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in King County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Renton 98055

What homes are worth in Renton 98055

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

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$241K$911K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Renton 98055.

How it measures up in Renton 98055

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Renton 98055.

Estimated value$562,848
CheaperTypical $586,089Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$380
CheaperTypical $330Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,480 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 16609 Benson Rd S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRenton 98055King County
Estimated valuepricier than$562,84845% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38079% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,480 ft²38% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac63% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than196214% of homes32% of homes

About 16609 Benson Rd S

How much is 16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA is $562,848 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $531,394 to $594,302. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA last sell?

16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA last sold on Sep 29, 2021 for $492,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA?

16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA has 4 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,480 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA built?

16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA?

16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA is assigned to Nelson Middle School (middle), rated C-; Cascade Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Lindbergh High School (high), rated C. All sit in Renton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA compare to other homes in Renton 98055?

Among the 6,066 homes in Renton 98055, it is worth more than 45% of them ($562,848 against a typical $586,089), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($380 against a typical $330), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,480 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1962 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 22% 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 16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 16609 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA was $6,398. The county assessed it at $592,000.

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