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$269,346$176 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

260 SW JAMES ST

CHEHALIS, WA 98532
2 / 1
Baths
1,532 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$269K
$242K low$296K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,137 (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.$267,100 (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.$171,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$267,100

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.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.1953
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 320 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
W. F. West High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
James W. Lintott Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.7 mi
M
Chehalis Middle SchoolC
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

260 Sw James 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 94% of homes in Chehalis 98532
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% 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
$197K$866K

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$269,346
CheaperTypical $440,043Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$176
CheaperTypical $275Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,532 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,645 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 1.02 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 260 Sw James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChehalis 98532Lewis County
Estimated valuepricier than$269,3469% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1766% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,532 ft²43% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac4% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than19003% of homes2% of homes

About 260 Sw James St

How much is 260 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 260 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA is $269,346 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $242,471 to $296,221. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 260 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA?

260 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA has 2 bathrooms, 1,532 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 260 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA built?

260 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 260 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA?

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

How does 260 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA compare to other homes in Chehalis 98532?

Among the 8,870 homes in Chehalis 98532, it is worth more than 9% of them ($269,346 against a typical $440,043), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($176 against a typical $275), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,532 ft² against a typical 1,645 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 1.02 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1900 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 260 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 260 Sw James St, Chehalis, WA was $2,137. The county assessed it at $267,100.

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