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$509,670$356 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $480,000 on Sep 19, 2023

505 BALMER ST SW

ORTING, WA 98360
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,430 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
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

$510K
$488K low$531K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$480,000 · Sep 19, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,940 (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.$419,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$186,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$233,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$433,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$419,900

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
31
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.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
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.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyPIERCE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2009
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
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 · 114 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.

M
Orting Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Orting High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi

District: Orting School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98360These 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.84
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 100.232

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.1%
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.17,692
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.253 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$108,117
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,605
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.66 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.47%

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How this home compares

505 Balmer St Sw 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 71% of homes in Orting 98360
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Orting 98360
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Orting 98360
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Orting 98360
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Pierce County

What homes are worth in Orting 98360

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

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$356K$1M

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Orting 98360.

How it measures up in Orting 98360

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orting 98360.

Estimated value$509,670
CheaperTypical $554,921Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$356
CheaperTypical $293Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,430 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,914 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 505 Balmer St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrting 98360Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$509,67029% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35677% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,430 ft²23% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac23% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than200883% of homes86% of homes

About 505 Balmer St Sw

How much is 505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA is $509,670 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $488,446 to $530,894. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA last sell?

505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA last sold on Sep 19, 2023 for $480,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA?

505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,430 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA built?

505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA?

505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA is assigned to Orting Middle School (middle), rated D+; Orting High School (high), rated C+; Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Orting School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA compare to other homes in Orting 98360?

Among the 5,197 homes in Orting 98360, it is worth more than 29% of them ($509,670 against a typical $554,921), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($356 against a typical $293), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,430 ft² against a typical 1,914 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (2008 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 36% 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 505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 505 Balmer St Sw, Orting, WA was $3,940. The county assessed it at $419,900.

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