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$351,161$159 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $296,609 on Nov 4, 2014

249 W ST JAMES PL

LONGVIEW, WA 98632
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,214 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
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

$351K
$327K low$375K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$296,609 · Nov 4, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,262 (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.$586,050 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$37,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$548,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$609,610
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$586,050

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.0.30
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Porch · 391 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Huntington Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
E
Lexington Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.6 mi
H
Kelso High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Kelso School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98632These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.176

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.9.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,329
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.390 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,959
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,888
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.65 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

249 W St James Pl 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 67% of homes in Longview Heights
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Longview Heights
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Longview 98632
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Cowlitz County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Longview 98632

What homes are worth in Longview 98632

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

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$155K$653K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Longview 98632.

How it measures up in Longview 98632

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Longview 98632.

Estimated value$351,161
CheaperTypical $333,500Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $234Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area2,214 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,425 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 249 W St James Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLongview HeightsLongview 98632Cowlitz County
Estimated valuepricier than$351,16133% of homes57% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1595% of homes7% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than2,214 ft²84% of homes88% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac29% of homes39% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than199676% of homes82% of homes72% of homes

About 249 W St James Pl

How much is 249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA is $351,161 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $327,253 to $375,069. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA last sell?

249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA last sold on Nov 4, 2014 for $296,609, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA?

249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,214 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA built?

249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA?

249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA is assigned to Huntington Middle School (middle), rated C-; Lexington Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Kelso High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Kelso School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA compare to other homes in Longview 98632?

Among the 17,123 homes in Longview 98632, it is worth more than 57% of them ($351,161 against a typical $333,500), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($159 against a typical $234), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,214 ft² against a typical 1,425 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1996 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Cowlitz County, it is worth more than 48% 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 249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 249 W St James Pl, Longview, WA was $6,262. The county assessed it at $586,050.

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