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$514,483$367 / 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 98How 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 $269,900 on Mar 31, 2008

256 S CEDAR ST

BUCKLEY, WA 98321
3
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,400 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
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

$514K
$502K low$527K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$269,900 · Mar 31, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$312 (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.$436,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$213,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$222,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$439,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$436,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPIERCE
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, Detached
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 · 54 ft²Patio · 120 ft²Porch · 54 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
Glacier Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Elk Ridge Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
White River High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: White River School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98321These 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.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.231

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
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.18,024
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.403 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$116,501
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$146,856
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.47%

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How this home compares

256 S Cedar 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 84% of homes in Buckley 98321
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Pierce County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Buckley 98321
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Buckley 98321
  • Older than 84% of homes in Buckley 98321

What homes are worth in Buckley 98321

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

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$414K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Buckley 98321.

How it measures up in Buckley 98321

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buckley 98321.

Estimated value$514,483
CheaperTypical $650,069Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$367
CheaperTypical $333Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,872 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 256 S Cedar St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuckley 98321Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$514,48316% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36766% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²23% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac11% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than197116% of homes32% of homes

About 256 S Cedar St

How much is 256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA is $514,483 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $502,398 to $526,568. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA last sell?

256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA last sold on Mar 31, 2008 for $269,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA?

256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA has 3 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA built?

256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA?

256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA is assigned to Glacier Middle School (middle), rated B; Elk Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; White River High School (high), rated B. All sit in White River School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA compare to other homes in Buckley 98321?

Among the 6,543 homes in Buckley 98321, it is worth more than 16% of them ($514,483 against a typical $650,069), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($367 against a typical $333), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,872 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1971 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 36% 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 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 S Cedar St, Buckley, WA was $312. The county assessed it at $436,000.

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