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$849,962$286 / 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

278 RIVER HEIGHTS RD

CENTRALIA, WA 98531
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,975 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.
6.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$850K
$775K low$925K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,125 (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.$1,185,200 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$210,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$975,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,185,200

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.197 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.''

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.Ranch
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.11
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 2,112 ft²Porch · 463 ft²

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

H
Centralia High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Fords Prairie Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 1.5 mi
M
Centralia Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Centralia School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98531These 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.106
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 100.197

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.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,550
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.222 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,984
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,677
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

278 River Heights 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Centralia 98531
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Centralia 98531
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Lewis County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Centralia 98531
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Centralia 98531

What homes are worth in Centralia 98531

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

This home
$192K$813K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Centralia 98531.

How it measures up in Centralia 98531

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Centralia 98531.

Estimated value$849,962
CheaperTypical $387,203Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$286
CheaperTypical $265Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area2,975 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size6.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 278 River Heights Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentralia 98531Lewis County
Estimated valuepricier than$849,962almost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28665% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than2,975 ft²95% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.11 ac95% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than198369% of homes59% of homes

About 278 River Heights Rd

How much is 278 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA is $849,962 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $775,106 to $924,818. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 278 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA?

278 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,975 square feet of living space and a 6.11-acre lot.

When was 278 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA built?

278 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA?

278 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA is assigned to Centralia High School (high), rated C-; Fords Prairie Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Centralia Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Centralia School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA compare to other homes in Centralia 98531?

Among the 8,667 homes in Centralia 98531, it is worth more than almost all of them ($849,962 against a typical $387,203), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($286 against a typical $265), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,975 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (6.11 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1983 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Lewis County, it is worth more than 98% 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 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 278 River Heights Rd, Centralia, WA was $11,125. The county assessed it at $1,185,200.

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