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$613,065$211 / 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 88How 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 $100,000 on Apr 7, 2001

502 B HOWARD RD

PALOUSE, WA 99161
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,902 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2016
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
14
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$613K
$537K low$689K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$100,000 · Apr 7, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,420 (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.$334,091 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,370
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$306,721
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$345,829
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$334,091

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
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.

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
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 348 ft²

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

E
Palouse Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi
M
Palouse at Garfield Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Palouse High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 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

502 B Howard Rd 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 95% of homes in Palouse 99161
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Whitman County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Palouse 99161
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Whitman County
  • Newer than 95% 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.

This home
$142K$684K

This home is worth more than 95% 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$613,065
CheaperTypical $346,196Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$211
CheaperTypical $197Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area2,902 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 502 B Howard Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalouse 99161Whitman County
Estimated valuepricier than$613,06595% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21162% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than2,902 ft²88% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac83% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than201692% of homes95% of homes

About 502 B Howard Rd

How much is 502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA is $613,065 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $536,794 to $689,336. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA last sell?

502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA last sold on Apr 7, 2001 for $100,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA?

502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2,902 square feet of living space.

When was 502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA built?

502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA was built in 2016, making it 10 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA?

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

How does 502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA compare to other homes in Palouse 99161?

Among the 724 homes in Palouse 99161, it is worth more than 95% of them ($613,065 against a typical $346,196), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($211 against a typical $197), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,902 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (3 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2016 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Whitman County, it is worth more than 95% 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 502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 502 B Howard Rd, Palouse, WA was $3,420. The county assessed it at $334,091.

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