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$446,005$344 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $275,695 on Jan 8, 2016

17281 DESERT LAKE CT

RENO, NV 89508
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,297 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$446K
$433K low$459K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,695 · Jan 8, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,458 (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.$89,746 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,620
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,126
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$91,455
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,558

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWASHOE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 891 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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.

M
Cold Springs Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Michael Inskeep Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi
H
North Valleys High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.2 mi

District: Washoe County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 89508These 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.40
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.301

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.96%
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.5.2%
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.14,337
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.76 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,343
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,720
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.15 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.79%

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How this home compares

17281 Desert Lake Ct 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 79% of homes in Reno 89508
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Reno 89508
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Reno 89508
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Reno 89508
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Washoe County

What homes are worth in Reno 89508

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

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$377K$900K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Reno 89508.

How it measures up in Reno 89508

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Reno 89508.

Estimated value$446,005
CheaperTypical $496,849Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$344
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,297 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,696 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 17281 Desert Lake Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeReno 89508Washoe County
Estimated valuepricier than$446,00521% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34481% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,297 ft²17% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac14% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than200471% of homes73% of homes

About 17281 Desert Lake Ct

How much is 17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV is $446,005 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $432,743 to $459,267. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV last sell?

17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV last sold on Jan 8, 2016 for $275,695, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV?

17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,297 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV built?

17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV?

17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV is assigned to Cold Springs Middle School (middle), rated D+; Michael Inskeep Elementary School (elementary), rated B; North Valleys High School (high). All sit in Washoe County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV compare to other homes in Reno 89508?

Among the 5,274 homes in Reno 89508, it is worth more than 21% of them ($446,005 against a typical $496,849), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($344 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,297 ft² against a typical 1,696 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (2004 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Washoe County, it is worth more than 23% 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 17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV?

The 2026 property tax bill for 17281 Desert Lake Ct, Reno, NV was $1,458. The county assessed it at $89,746.

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