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$283,211$197 / 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 96How 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 $165,000 on Jan 4, 2019

205 MADISON ST

RYDERWOOD, WA 98581
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,440 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
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

$283K
$271K low$295K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Jan 4, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,981 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$281,160 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$261,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$230,210
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$281,160

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyCOWLITZ
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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(4)

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.

H
Castle Rock High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.6 mi
M
Castle Rock Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.5 mi
E
Castle Rock Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 9.6 mi

District: Castle Rock School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98581These 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.107
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 100.177

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.768
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,808
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,672
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.88 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

205 Madison St 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 87% of homes in Cowlitz County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Cowlitz County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Ryderwood 98581
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Ryderwood 98581
  • Older than 96% of homes in Cowlitz County

What homes are worth in Ryderwood 98581

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

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$153K$480K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Ryderwood 98581.

How it measures up in Ryderwood 98581

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ryderwood 98581.

Estimated value$283,211
CheaperTypical $242,628Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,176 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1923Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 205 Madison St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRyderwood 98581Cowlitz County
Estimated valuepricier than$283,21181% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19722% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,440 ft²76% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac3% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than192361% of homes4% of homes

About 205 Madison St

How much is 205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA is $283,211 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $271,468 to $294,954. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA last sell?

205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA last sold on Jan 4, 2019 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA?

205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,440 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA built?

205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA?

205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA is assigned to Castle Rock High School (high), rated C-; Castle Rock Middle School (middle), rated D-; Castle Rock Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Castle Rock School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA compare to other homes in Ryderwood 98581?

Among the 294 homes in Ryderwood 98581, it is worth more than 81% of them ($283,211 against a typical $242,628), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($197 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,440 ft² against a typical 1,176 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1923 against a typical 1923). Measured against all of Cowlitz County, it is worth more than 13% 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 205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 205 Madison St, Ryderwood, WA was $1,981. The county assessed it at $281,160.

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