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$223,728$186 / 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 79How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

256 SW JOHN ST

CHEHALIS, WA 98532
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,202 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
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

$224K
$178K low$270K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,205 (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.$275,600 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$95,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$179,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$291,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$275,600

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.13 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.1 percent flood zone

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.Conventional
CountyLewis
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.1956
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 126 ft²Porch · 60 ft²

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

H
W. F. West High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
James W. Lintott Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.6 mi
M
Chehalis Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Chehalis School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98532These 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.96
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 100.187

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.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,125
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.75 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,232
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,388
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.60 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 Sw John 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 91% of homes in Chehalis 98532
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Chehalis 98532
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Chehalis 98532
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Chehalis 98532
  • Older than 98% of homes in Lewis County

What homes are worth in Chehalis 98532

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

This home
$151K$788K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Chehalis 98532.

How it measures up in Chehalis 98532

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chehalis 98532.

Estimated value$223,728
CheaperTypical $376,075Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$186
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,202 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,624 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 256 Sw John St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChehalis 98532Lewis County
Estimated valuepricier than$223,7289% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18621% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,202 ft²21% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac13% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than19053% of homes2% of homes

About 256 Sw John St

How much is 256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA is $223,728 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $177,646 to $269,810. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA last sell?

256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA last sold on Aug 5, 2011, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA?

256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,202 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA built?

256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA?

256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA is assigned to W. F. West High School (high), rated A; James W. Lintott Elementary School (elementary); Chehalis Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Chehalis School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA compare to other homes in Chehalis 98532?

Among the 8,880 homes in Chehalis 98532, it is worth more than 9% of them ($223,728 against a typical $376,075), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($186 against a typical $233), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,202 ft² against a typical 1,624 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1905 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Lewis County, it is worth more than 19% 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 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 256 Sw John St, Chehalis, WA was $2,205. The county assessed it at $275,600.

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