Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$214,260$248 / 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 99How 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 $59,280 on Mar 4, 2011

309 RAILROAD AVE

ACME, WA 98220
1
Beds
1
Baths
864 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.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$214K
$212K low$216K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$59,280 · Mar 4, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,524 (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.$193,465 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$123,985
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$193,465

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
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.
17
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
CountyWhatcom
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Wood Furnace
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 180 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Acme Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 4.5 mi
M
Mount Baker Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 11.9 mi
H
Mount Baker Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.9 mi

District: Mount Baker School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98220These 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.183
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 100.191

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.308
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,029
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,489
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.72 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

309 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Acme 98220
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Acme 98220
  • Older than 88% of homes in Whatcom County

What homes are worth in Acme 98220

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

This home
$244K$1.2M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Acme 98220.

How it measures up in Acme 98220

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Acme 98220.

Estimated value$214,260
CheaperTypical $490,962Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$248
CheaperTypical $333Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,453 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 309 Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAcme 98220Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$214,260almost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24812% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²9% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than193522% of homes12% of homes

About 309 Railroad Ave

How much is 309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA is $214,260 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $212,117 to $216,403. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA last sell?

309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA last sold on Mar 4, 2011 for $59,280, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA?

309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 864 square feet of living space.

When was 309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA built?

309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA?

309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA is assigned to Acme Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Mount Baker Junior High School (middle), rated D; Mount Baker Senior High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Mount Baker School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA compare to other homes in Acme 98220?

Among the 242 homes in Acme 98220, it is worth more than almost none of them ($214,260 against a typical $490,962), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($248 against a typical $333), it is bigger than 9% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,453 ft²) and it is newer than 22% of them (1935 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than 2% 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 309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 309 Railroad Ave, Acme, WA was $1,524. The county assessed it at $193,465.

More homes on Railroad Ave

Closest homes

More homes in Acme 98220

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 309 Railroad Ave on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map