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$642,806$208 / 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 95How 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 $399,900 on Sep 23, 2016

487 MELISSA ST

RICHLAND, WA 99352
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
3,094 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$643K
$612K low$674K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$399,900 · Sep 23, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,999 (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.$647,310 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$562,310
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$647,310
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$647,310

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
90
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
9
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Conventional
CountyBenton
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Patio · 295 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Orchard Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Richland High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi
M
Leona Libby Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi

District: Richland School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 99352These 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.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.113

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
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.37,394
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,659 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,306
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$125,725
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.8 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.51%

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How this home compares

487 Melissa St 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 87% of homes in Benton County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Richland 99352
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Benton County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Richland 99352
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Benton County

What homes are worth in Richland 99352

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

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$231K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Richland 99352.

How it measures up in Richland 99352

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richland 99352.

Estimated value$642,806
CheaperTypical $492,990Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$208
CheaperTypical $255Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area3,094 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,027 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 487 Melissa St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichland 99352Benton County
Estimated valuepricier than$642,80679% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20812% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than3,094 ft²91% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac80% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than200767% of homes75% of homes

About 487 Melissa St

How much is 487 Melissa St, Richland, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 487 Melissa St, Richland, WA is $642,806 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $612,012 to $673,600. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 487 Melissa St, Richland, WA last sell?

487 Melissa St, Richland, WA last sold on Sep 23, 2016 for $399,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 487 Melissa St, Richland, WA?

487 Melissa St, Richland, WA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,094 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 487 Melissa St, Richland, WA built?

487 Melissa St, Richland, WA was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 487 Melissa St, Richland, WA?

487 Melissa St, Richland, WA is assigned to Orchard Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Richland High School (high), rated B+; Leona Libby Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Richland School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 487 Melissa St, Richland, WA compare to other homes in Richland 99352?

Among the 13,155 homes in Richland 99352, it is worth more than 79% of them ($642,806 against a typical $492,990), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($208 against a typical $255), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,094 ft² against a typical 2,027 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (2007 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Benton County, it is worth more than 87% 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 487 Melissa St, Richland, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 487 Melissa St, Richland, WA was $5,999. The county assessed it at $647,310.

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