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$1,049,582$198 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $648,000 on Sep 17, 2019

256 RIVER HEIGHTS RD

CENTRALIA, WA 98531
5.3
Baths
5,289 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.
3.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$953K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$648,000 · Sep 17, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,111 (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.$1,239,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$168,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,071,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,239,300

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.197 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.''

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.Ranch
CountyLEWIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.53
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.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 67 ft²Patio · 379 ft²Porch · 456 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.

H
Centralia High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Fords Prairie Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 1.6 mi
M
Centralia Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Centralia School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98531These 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.106
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 100.197

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.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,550
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.222 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,984
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,677
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

256 River Heights Rd 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Centralia 98531
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Centralia 98531
  • Among the largest homes in Centralia 98531
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Centralia 98531
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Centralia 98531

What homes are worth in Centralia 98531

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

This home
$192K$813K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Centralia 98531.

How it measures up in Centralia 98531

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Centralia 98531.

Estimated value$1,049,582
CheaperTypical $387,203Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$198
CheaperTypical $265Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area5,289 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size3.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 256 River Heights Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentralia 98531Lewis County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,049,582almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19811% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than5,289 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than3.53 ac88% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than199074% of homes65% of homes

About 256 River Heights Rd

How much is 256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA is $1,049,582 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $953,477 to $1,145,687. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA last sell?

256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA last sold on Sep 17, 2019 for $648,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA?

256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA has 5.3 bathrooms, 5,289 square feet of living space and a 3.53-acre lot.

When was 256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA built?

256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA?

256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA is assigned to Centralia High School (high), rated C-; Fords Prairie Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Centralia Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Centralia School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA compare to other homes in Centralia 98531?

Among the 8,667 homes in Centralia 98531, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,049,582 against a typical $387,203), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($198 against a typical $265), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,289 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (3.53 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1990 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Lewis County, it is worth more than almost all 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 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 256 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA was $9,111. The county assessed it at $1,239,300.

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