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$797,722$435 / 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 92How 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 $51,005 on Dec 31, 1998

17520 WHEAT ST SW

ROCHESTER, WA 98579
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,834 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.
4.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
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

$798K
$732K low$863K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$51,005 · Dec 31, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$97 (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.$696,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$216,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$480,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$682,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$696,400

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.Ranch
CountyThurston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.82
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
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.Heat Pump
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.Deck · 132 ft²Patio · 330 ft²Porch · 422 ft²

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.

M
Rochester Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Rochester High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
E
Rochester Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 3.8 mi

District: Rochester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98579These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.201

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.12,480
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.138 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,547
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,823
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

17520 Wheat 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.

  • Worth more than 93% of homes in Rochester 98579
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Rochester 98579
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Rochester 98579
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Thurston County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Rochester 98579

What homes are worth in Rochester 98579

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

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$267K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Rochester 98579.

How it measures up in Rochester 98579

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rochester 98579.

Estimated value$797,722
CheaperTypical $521,768Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$435
CheaperTypical $323Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,834 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size4.82 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 17520 Wheat St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRochester 98579Thurston County
Estimated valuepricier than$797,72293% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43595% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,834 ft²72% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.82 ac76% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than200583% of homes77% of homes

About 17520 Wheat St Sw

How much is 17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA is $797,722 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $732,161 to $863,283. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA last sell?

17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA last sold on Dec 31, 1998 for $51,005, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA?

17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,834 square feet of living space and a 4.82-acre lot.

When was 17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA built?

17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA?

17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA is assigned to Rochester Middle School (middle), rated C+; Rochester High School (high), rated C+; Rochester Primary School (elementary). All sit in Rochester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA compare to other homes in Rochester 98579?

Among the 5,057 homes in Rochester 98579, it is worth more than 93% of them ($797,722 against a typical $521,768), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($435 against a typical $323), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,834 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (4.82 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (2005 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Thurston County, it is worth more than 89% 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 17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 17520 Wheat St Sw, Rochester, WA was $97. The county assessed it at $696,400.

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