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$500,424$287 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $400,000 on Jun 17, 2020

278 ALDERSON PL

BURLINGTON, WA 98233
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,742 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$500K
$462K low$539K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Jun 17, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,777 (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.$579,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$208,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$371,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$514,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$579,900

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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountySkagit
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.2013
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 120 ft²Patio · 140 ft²Porch · 590 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
Burlington Edison High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Allen Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Burlington-Edison School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98233These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.213

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,781
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.454 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,084
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,850
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

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How this home compares

278 Alderson Pl 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Skagit County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Burlington 98233
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Burlington 98233

What homes are worth in Burlington 98233

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

This home
$229K$976K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Burlington 98233.

How it measures up in Burlington 98233

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 98233.

Estimated value$500,424
CheaperTypical $503,784Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$287
CheaperTypical $330Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,742 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,549 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 278 Alderson Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 98233Skagit County
Estimated valuepricier than$500,42449% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28725% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,742 ft²64% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac25% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than200487% of homes81% of homes

About 278 Alderson Pl

How much is 278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA is $500,424 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $462,023 to $538,825. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA last sell?

278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA last sold on Jun 17, 2020 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA?

278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,742 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA built?

278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA?

278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA is assigned to Burlington Edison High School (high), rated B-; Allen Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Burlington-Edison School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA compare to other homes in Burlington 98233?

Among the 4,683 homes in Burlington 98233, it is worth more than 49% of them ($500,424 against a typical $503,784), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($287 against a typical $330), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,742 ft² against a typical 1,549 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2004 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Skagit 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 278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 278 Alderson Pl, Burlington, WA was $4,777. The county assessed it at $579,900.

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