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$264,152$182 / 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 93How 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 $250,000 on Jul 6, 2023

502 MORSE ST

RYDERWOOD, WA 98581
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,452 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$264K
$244K low$284K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Jul 6, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,908 (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.$257,190 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$237,390
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$221,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$257,190

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCOWLITZ
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 220 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
Castle Rock High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.9 mi
M
Castle Rock Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.7 mi
E
Castle Rock Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 9.8 mi

District: Castle Rock School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98581These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.177

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.768
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.$83,808
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,672
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.88 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.35%

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How this home compares

502 Morse 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 91% of homes in Cowlitz County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Cowlitz County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Ryderwood 98581
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Ryderwood 98581
  • Older than 96% of homes in Cowlitz County

What homes are worth in Ryderwood 98581

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

This home
$151K$454K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Ryderwood 98581.

How it measures up in Ryderwood 98581

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ryderwood 98581.

Estimated value$264,152
CheaperTypical $245,946Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $226Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,452 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,144 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1923Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 502 Morse St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRyderwood 98581Cowlitz County
Estimated valuepricier than$264,15265% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18210% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,452 ft²79% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac4% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than192360% of homes4% of homes

About 502 Morse St

How much is 502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA is $264,152 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $244,448 to $283,856. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA last sell?

502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA last sold on Jul 6, 2023 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA?

502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,452 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA built?

502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA?

502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA is assigned to Castle Rock High School (high), rated D+; Castle Rock Middle School (middle), rated C-; Castle Rock Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Castle Rock School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA compare to other homes in Ryderwood 98581?

Among the 300 homes in Ryderwood 98581, it is worth more than 65% of them ($264,152 against a typical $245,946), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($182 against a typical $226), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,452 ft² against a typical 1,144 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1923 against a typical 1923). Measured against all of Cowlitz County, it is worth more than 9% 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 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 502 Morse St, Ryderwood, WA was $1,908. The county assessed it at $257,190.

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