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$561,203$230 / 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
Last sold for $269,624 on Sep 17, 2004

281 SW WARD DR

DALLAS, OR 97338
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,440 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.
0.25 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.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$561K
$512K low$611K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$269,624 · Sep 17, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,632 (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.$338,130 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$268,530
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$328,290
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$579,290

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
Oakdale Heights Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 0.8 mi
M
LaCreole Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Dallas High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Dallas School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 97338These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.184

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.23,853
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.191 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,633
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,951
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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.47%

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How this home compares

281 Sw Ward Dr 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 more than 81% of homes in Dallas 97338
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Dallas 97338
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Dallas 97338
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Polk County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Dallas 97338

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

This home
$264K$786K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Dallas 97338.

How it measures up in Dallas 97338

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dallas 97338.

Estimated value$561,203
CheaperTypical $450,809Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$230
CheaperTypical $281Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area2,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,586 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 281 Sw Ward Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDallas 97338Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$561,20381% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23015% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than2,440 ft²87% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac65% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than200471% of homes76% of homes

About 281 Sw Ward Dr

How much is 281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR is $561,203 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $511,883 to $610,523. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR last sell?

281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR last sold on Sep 17, 2004 for $269,624, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR?

281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,440 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR built?

281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR?

281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR is assigned to Oakdale Heights Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; LaCreole Middle School (middle), rated C; Dallas High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Dallas School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR compare to other homes in Dallas 97338?

Among the 8,069 homes in Dallas 97338, it is worth more than 81% of them ($561,203 against a typical $450,809), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($230 against a typical $281), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,440 ft² against a typical 1,586 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (2004 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 77% 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 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Sw Ward Dr, Dallas, OR was $4,632. The county assessed it at $338,130.

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