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$762,388$284 / 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 97How 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 $149,000 on Apr 7, 2021

256 CHELAN AVE SE

RENTON, WA 98059
4
Beds
2.8
Baths
2,680 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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

$762K
$740K low$785K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$149,000 · Apr 7, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,741 (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.$805,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$335,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$470,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$772,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$805,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyKING
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

E
Hilltop Heritage Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Hazen High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
McKnight Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Renton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98059These 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.52
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.270

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
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.42,159
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,108 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$141,350
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$174,825
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

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How this home compares

256 Chelan Ave Se 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 68% of homes in Renton 98059
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Renton 98059
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in King County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Maplewood Heights
  • Older than 68% of homes in Renton 98059

What homes are worth in Renton 98059

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

This home
$350K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Renton 98059.

How it measures up in Renton 98059

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Renton 98059.

Estimated value$762,388
CheaperTypical $913,965Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $441Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area2,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,210 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 256 Chelan Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMaplewood HeightsRenton 98059King County
Estimated valuepricier than$762,38840% of homes32% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2845% of homes3% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,680 ft²72% of homes68% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac81% of homes67% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than197635% of homes32% of homes46% of homes

About 256 Chelan Ave Se

How much is 256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA is $762,388 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $740,158 to $784,618. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA last sell?

256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA last sold on Apr 7, 2021 for $149,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA?

256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA has 4 bedrooms, 2.8 bathrooms, 2,680 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA built?

256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA?

256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA is assigned to Hilltop Heritage Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Hazen High School (high), rated B-; McKnight Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Renton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA compare to other homes in Renton 98059?

Among the 12,456 homes in Renton 98059, it is worth more than 32% of them ($762,388 against a typical $913,965), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($284 against a typical $441), it is bigger than 68% of them (2,680 ft² against a typical 2,210 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1976 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 44% 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 256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 256 Chelan Ave Se, Renton, WA was $8,741. The county assessed it at $805,000.

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