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$250,637$275 / 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 89How 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

251 SW JAMES ST

WILLAMINA, OR 97396
2
Beds
1
Baths
912 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.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$251K
$224K low$277K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$952 (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.$61,470 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,220
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$40,250
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$59,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,780

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyPOLK
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.1940
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 36 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.

M
Willamina Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Willamina High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Willamina Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.9 mi

District: Willamina School District 30j

Neighborhood · ZIP 97396These 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.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.220

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,981
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,464
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,299
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.75 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

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How this home compares

251 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 98% of homes in Polk County
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Willamina 97396
  • Older than 93% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Willamina 97396

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

This home
$191K$675K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Willamina 97396.

How it measures up in Willamina 97396

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Willamina 97396.

Estimated value$250,637
CheaperTypical $337,860Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$275
CheaperTypical $257Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area912 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 251 Sw James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWillamina 97396Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$250,63711% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27564% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than912 ft²10% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac4% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than193514% of homes7% of homes

About 251 Sw James St

How much is 251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR is $250,637 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $223,976 to $277,298. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR last sell?

251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR?

251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 912 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR built?

251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR?

251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR is assigned to Willamina Junior High School (middle), rated C; Willamina High School (high), rated D; Willamina Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Willamina School District 30j. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR compare to other homes in Willamina 97396?

Among the 1,266 homes in Willamina 97396, it is worth more than 11% of them ($250,637 against a typical $337,860), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($275 against a typical $257), it is bigger than 10% of them (912 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1935 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 2% 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 251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 251 Sw James St, Willamina, OR was $952. The county assessed it at $61,470.

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