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$689,269$338 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $620,000 on Nov 3, 2020

243 WELLS AVE N

RENTON, WA 98057
5
Beds
2.3
Baths
2,040 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.
4,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$689K
$645K low$733K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$620,000 · Nov 3, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$69,269
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$55,415
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.87%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$620,000
HOMEBRIDGE FINANCIAL SERVICES INC · recorded Nov 3, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,712 (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.$709,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$334,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$375,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$729,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$709,000

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.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Deck · 130 ft²Porch · 70 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.

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

H
Renton High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Dimmitt Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
E
Kennydale Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.2 mi

District: Renton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98057These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.263

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.15,169
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,407 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,518
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,695
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

243 Wells Ave N 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 95% of homes in Renton Farm
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in King County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Renton Farm
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Renton 98057
  • Older than 94% of homes in King County

What homes are worth in Renton 98057

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

This home
$224K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Renton 98057.

How it measures up in Renton 98057

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Renton 98057.

Estimated value$689,269
CheaperTypical $534,805Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$338
CheaperTypical $353Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area2,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size4,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 243 Wells Ave N ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRenton FarmRenton 98057King County
Estimated valuepricier than$689,26995% of homes78% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33828% of homes44% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than2,040 ft²80% of homes68% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,000 ft²3% of homes2% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than192023% of homes16% of homes6% of homes

About 243 Wells Ave N

How much is 243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA is $689,269 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $645,312 to $733,226. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA last sell?

243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA last sold on Nov 3, 2020 for $620,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA?

243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA has 5 bedrooms, 2.3 bathrooms, 2,040 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA built?

243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA?

243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA is assigned to Renton High School (high), rated D-; Dimmitt Middle School (middle), rated B-; Kennydale Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Renton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA compare to other homes in Renton 98057?

Among the 2,604 homes in Renton 98057, it is worth more than 78% of them ($689,269 against a typical $534,805), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($338 against a typical $353), it is bigger than 68% of them (2,040 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (4,000 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1920 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 36% 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 243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 243 Wells Ave N, Renton, WA was $7,712. The county assessed it at $709,000.

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