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$80,858$112 / 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 61How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026

253 RIVER DR

CHALLIS, ID 83226
0
Baths
720 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.
1.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$81K
$49K low$112K high
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.$80,858
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$64,686

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$278 (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.$59,910 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,050
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,860
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$59,920
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$59,910

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.45
44
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
63
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
17
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
50
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.62 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyCuster
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.12
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)

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

E
Challis Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 10.4 mi
M
Challis Jr/Sr High SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 10.5 mi

District: Challis Joint School District 181

Neighborhood · ZIP 83226These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.202

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
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.2,297
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,574
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.36°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.21 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

253 River Dr 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 Challis 83226
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Custer County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Challis 83226
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Custer County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Challis 83226

What homes are worth in Challis 83226

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

This home
$81K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Challis 83226.

How it measures up in Challis 83226

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Challis 83226.

Estimated value$80,858
CheaperTypical $305,975Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$112
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area720 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size1.12 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 253 River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChallis 83226Custer County
Estimated valuepricier than$80,8582% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11212% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than720 ft²15% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.12 ac39% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than200582% of homes78% of homes

About 253 River Dr

How much is 253 River Dr, Challis, ID worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 River Dr, Challis, ID is $80,858 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $49,323 to $112,392. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 River Dr, Challis, ID last sell?

253 River Dr, Challis, ID last sold on Nov 1, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 River Dr, Challis, ID?

253 River Dr, Challis, ID has 720 square feet of living space and a 1.12-acre lot.

When was 253 River Dr, Challis, ID built?

253 River Dr, Challis, ID was built in 2005, making it 21 years old.

What schools serve 253 River Dr, Challis, ID?

253 River Dr, Challis, ID is assigned to Challis Elementary School (elementary); Challis Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated F. All sit in Challis Joint School District 181. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 River Dr, Challis, ID compare to other homes in Challis 83226?

Among the 1,428 homes in Challis 83226, it is worth more than 2% of them ($80,858 against a typical $305,975), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($112 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 15% of them (720 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (1.12 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (2005 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Custer County, it is worth more than 3% 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 253 River Dr, Challis, ID?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 River Dr, Challis, ID was $278. The county assessed it at $59,910.

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