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$536,480$362 / 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 $560,000 on Apr 26, 2024

281 HIGHLAND LOOP

RONALD, WA 98940
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,482 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$536K
$490K low$583K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$560,000 · Apr 26, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,730 (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.$447,310 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$86,810
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$360,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$479,470
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$447,310

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
75
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
35
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
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.
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.A-Frame
CountyKittitas
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
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.Yes - Type Unknown
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 419 ft²Patio · 396 ft²Porch · 136 ft²

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

H
Cle Elum Roslyn High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 mi
M
Walter Strom Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi
E
Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.1 mi

District: Cle Elum-Roslyn School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98940These 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.168
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.132

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.44%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
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.3
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,895
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,711
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.62 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

281 Highland Loop 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 68% of homes in Ronald 98940
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Ronald 98940
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Ronald 98940

What homes are worth in Ronald 98940

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

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$295K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Ronald 98940.

How it measures up in Ronald 98940

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ronald 98940.

Estimated value$536,480
CheaperTypical $665,947Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$362
CheaperTypical $467Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,482 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,305 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 281 Highland Loop ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRonald 98940Kittitas County
Estimated valuepricier than$536,48032% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36215% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,482 ft²57% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac22% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than199448% of homes49% of homes

About 281 Highland Loop

How much is 281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA is $536,480 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $490,169 to $582,791. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA last sell?

281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA last sold on Apr 26, 2024 for $560,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA?

281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,482 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA built?

281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA?

281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA is assigned to Cle Elum Roslyn High School (high), rated B; Walter Strom Middle School (middle), rated C+; Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Cle Elum-Roslyn School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA compare to other homes in Ronald 98940?

Among the 1,397 homes in Ronald 98940, it is worth more than 32% of them ($536,480 against a typical $665,947), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($362 against a typical $467), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,482 ft² against a typical 1,305 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1994 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Kittitas County, it is worth more than 48% 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 281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Highland Loop, Ronald, WA was $2,730. The county assessed it at $447,310.

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