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$248,437$166 / 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 94How 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 $115,000 on Dec 3, 2002

500 E MAIN ST

PALOUSE, WA 99161
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,493 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.
2,997 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$248K
$233K low$264K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · Dec 3, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$52 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$132,633 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$125,733
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$124,455
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$132,633

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.42
34
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
46
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyWHITMAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
Palouse Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Palouse at Garfield Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Palouse High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi

District: Palouse School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 99161These 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.164
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
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.1,235
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.$93,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,598
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.24 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

500 E Main 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 less than 81% of homes in Palouse 99161
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Palouse 99161
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Whitman County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Palouse 99161
  • Older than 90% of homes in Whitman County

What homes are worth in Palouse 99161

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

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$144K$698K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Palouse 99161.

How it measures up in Palouse 99161

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palouse 99161.

Estimated value$248,437
CheaperTypical $346,196Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$166
CheaperTypical $197Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,493 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,668 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size2,997 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 500 E Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalouse 99161Whitman County
Estimated valuepricier than$248,43719% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16625% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,493 ft²41% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,997 ft²2% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than190024% of homes10% of homes

About 500 E Main St

How much is 500 E Main St, Palouse, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 500 E Main St, Palouse, WA is $248,437 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $232,985 to $263,889. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 500 E Main St, Palouse, WA last sell?

500 E Main St, Palouse, WA last sold on Dec 3, 2002 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 500 E Main St, Palouse, WA?

500 E Main St, Palouse, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,493 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 500 E Main St, Palouse, WA built?

500 E Main St, Palouse, WA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 500 E Main St, Palouse, WA?

500 E Main St, Palouse, WA is assigned to Palouse Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Palouse at Garfield Middle School (middle), rated B; Palouse High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Palouse School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 500 E Main St, Palouse, WA compare to other homes in Palouse 99161?

Among the 724 homes in Palouse 99161, it is worth more than 19% of them ($248,437 against a typical $346,196), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($166 against a typical $197), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,493 ft² against a typical 1,668 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (2,997 ft² against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1900 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Whitman County, it is worth more than 41% 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 500 E Main St, Palouse, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 500 E Main St, Palouse, WA was $52. The county assessed it at $132,633.

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