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$711,157$191 / 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 63How 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

2361 JAMES RD

PALOUSE, WA 99161
5
Beds
2
Baths
3,726 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.
94 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
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

$711K
$447K low$975K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,574 (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.$590,127 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$165,662
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$424,465
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$362,704
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$680,273

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.26
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.
45
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
53
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.

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.Conventional
CountyWHITMAN
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
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 · 120 ft²

Neighborhood · ZIP 99161These 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.164
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 100.61

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,235
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.$93,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,598
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.24 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

2361 James Rd 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Palouse 99161
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Palouse 99161
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Palouse 99161
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Palouse 99161

What homes are worth in Palouse 99161

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

This home
$142K$683K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Palouse 99161.

How it measures up in Palouse 99161

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palouse 99161.

Estimated value$711,157
CheaperTypical $345,842Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$191
CheaperTypical $197Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area3,726 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,690 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size94 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 2361 James Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalouse 99161Whitman County
Estimated valuepricier than$711,157almost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19145% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than3,726 ft²97% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than94 ac98% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than198472% of homes70% of homes

About 2361 James Rd

How much is 2361 James Rd, Palouse, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2361 James Rd, Palouse, WA is $711,157 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $447,240 to $975,074. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2361 James Rd, Palouse, WA last sell?

2361 James Rd, Palouse, WA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2361 James Rd, Palouse, WA?

2361 James Rd, Palouse, WA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 3,726 square feet of living space.

When was 2361 James Rd, Palouse, WA built?

2361 James Rd, Palouse, WA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

How does 2361 James Rd, Palouse, WA compare to other homes in Palouse 99161?

Among the 724 homes in Palouse 99161, it is worth more than almost all of them ($711,157 against a typical $345,842), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($191 against a typical $197), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,726 ft² against a typical 1,690 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (94 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1984 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Whitman County, it is worth more than 98% 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 2361 James Rd, Palouse, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2361 James Rd, Palouse, WA was $6,574. The county assessed it at $590,127.

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