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$458,991$389 / 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 $452,500 on Oct 21, 2025

261 RAILROAD AVE

SEASIDE, OR 97138
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,179 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$459K
$418K low$500K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$452,500 · Oct 21, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,179 (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.$199,444 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$193,636
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$370,869

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
19
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
31
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
100
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 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.minimal

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.Rustic
CountyCLATSOP
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 96 ft²Porch · 78 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Gearhart Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Seaside High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Broadway Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi

District: Seaside School District 10

Neighborhood · ZIP 97138These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.298

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.67%
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.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,382
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,096
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,187
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.135 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

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How this home compares

261 Railroad Ave 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 71% of homes in Woodland Park
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Woodland Park
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Woodland Park
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Seaside 97138
  • Older than 85% of homes in Woodland Park

What homes are worth in Seaside 97138

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

This home
$179K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Seaside 97138.

How it measures up in Seaside 97138

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seaside 97138.

Estimated value$458,991
CheaperTypical $507,499Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$389
CheaperTypical $371Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,179 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,402 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 261 Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWoodland ParkSeaside 97138Clatsop County
Estimated valuepricier than$458,99129% of homes39% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38971% of homes56% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,179 ft²23% of homes36% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac76% of homes83% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than194015% of homes21% of homes24% of homes

About 261 Railroad Ave

How much is 261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR is $458,991 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $417,971 to $500,011. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR last sell?

261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR last sold on Oct 21, 2025 for $452,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR?

261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,179 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR built?

261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR?

261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR is assigned to Gearhart Elementary School (elementary); Seaside High School (high), rated D; Broadway Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Seaside School District 10. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR compare to other homes in Seaside 97138?

Among the 7,393 homes in Seaside 97138, it is worth more than 39% of them ($458,991 against a typical $507,499), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($389 against a typical $371), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,179 ft² against a typical 1,402 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1940 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Clatsop 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 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Railroad Ave, Seaside, OR was $2,179. The county assessed it at $199,444.

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