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$252,708$215 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

261 N RIVER RD

PALOUSE, WA 99161
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,176 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.
0.14 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
13
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$253K
$230K low$275K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$252,708
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$202,166

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$408 (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.$39,894 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,175
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,719
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,144
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$39,894

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
43
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyWHITMAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Palouse Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Palouse at Garfield Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Palouse High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Palouse School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 99161These 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.164
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,235
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,598
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.24 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

261 N River 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.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Palouse 99161
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Whitman County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Palouse 99161
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Palouse 99161
  • Older than 90% of homes in Whitman County

What homes are worth in Palouse 99161

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

This home
$145K$699K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Palouse 99161.

How it measures up in Palouse 99161

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palouse 99161.

Estimated value$252,708
CheaperTypical $358,916Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $200Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,690 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 261 N River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalouse 99161Whitman County
Estimated valuepricier than$252,70814% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21563% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²19% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac21% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than190024% of homes10% of homes

About 261 N River Rd

How much is 261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA is $252,708 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $230,049 to $275,367. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA last sell?

261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA?

261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA built?

261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA?

261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA is assigned to Palouse Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Palouse at Garfield Middle School (middle), rated B+; Palouse High School (high). All sit in Palouse School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA compare to other homes in Palouse 99161?

Among the 724 homes in Palouse 99161, it is worth more than 14% of them ($252,708 against a typical $358,916), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($215 against a typical $200), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,690 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1900 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Whitman County, it is worth more than 41% 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 261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 261 N River Rd, Palouse, WA was $408. The county assessed it at $39,894.

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