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$258,978$279 / 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 95How 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 $300,000 on Oct 15, 2021

247 SW JAMES ST

CHEHALIS, WA 98532
1
Baths
928 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
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

$259K
$245K low$273K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Oct 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,205 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$275,600 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$95,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$179,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$275,600

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.18
65
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
11
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.31 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyLewis
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 344 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
W. F. West High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
James W. Lintott Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.6 mi
M
Chehalis Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Chehalis School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98532These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.187

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,125
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.75 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,232
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,388
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.60 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

247 Sw James 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 93% of homes in Chehalis 98532
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Chehalis 98532
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Chehalis 98532
  • Older than 85% of homes in Chehalis 98532

What homes are worth in Chehalis 98532

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

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$197K$866K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Chehalis 98532.

How it measures up in Chehalis 98532

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chehalis 98532.

Estimated value$258,978
CheaperTypical $440,043Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$279
CheaperTypical $275Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area928 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,645 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 1.02 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 247 Sw James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChehalis 98532Lewis County
Estimated valuepricier than$258,9787% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27953% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than928 ft²8% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac4% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than192515% of homes15% of homes

About 247 Sw James St

How much is 247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA is $258,978 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $244,865 to $273,091. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA last sell?

247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA last sold on Oct 15, 2021 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA?

247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA has 1 bathrooms, 928 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA built?

247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA?

247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA is assigned to W. F. West High School (high), rated C+; James W. Lintott Elementary School (elementary); Chehalis Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Chehalis School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA compare to other homes in Chehalis 98532?

Among the 8,870 homes in Chehalis 98532, it is worth more than 7% of them ($258,978 against a typical $440,043), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($279 against a typical $275), it is bigger than 8% of them (928 ft² against a typical 1,645 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 1.02 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1925 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Lewis County, it is worth more than 16% 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 247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 247 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA was $2,205. The county assessed it at $275,600.

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