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$506,146$263 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $289,999 on Nov 12, 2015

520 BALLAD WAY

FOREST GROVE, OR 97116
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,928 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.
7.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$506K
$481K low$532K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$289,999 · Nov 12, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,297 (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.$289,440 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$281,010
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$537,000

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.38
1
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.
39
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
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
CountyWASHINGTON
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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
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.Deck · 180 ft²Patio · 160 ft²Porch · 280 ft²Sprinklers

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

H
Forest Grove High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Dilley Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.7 mi
M
Neil Armstrong Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.2 mi

District: Forest Grove School District 15

Neighborhood · ZIP 97116These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.193

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,542
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.437 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,140
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,041
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

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How this home compares

520 Ballad Way 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Washington County
  • Among the largest lots in Washington County

What homes are worth in Forest Grove 97116

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

This home
$322K$868K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Forest Grove 97116.

How it measures up in Forest Grove 97116

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest Grove 97116.

Estimated value$506,146
CheaperTypical $496,562Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$263
CheaperTypical $280Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,928 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,706 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size7.89 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 520 Ballad Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Grove 97116Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$506,14653% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26337% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,928 ft²63% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.89 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than198945% of homes46% of homes

About 520 Ballad Way

How much is 520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR is $506,146 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $480,782 to $531,510. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR last sell?

520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR last sold on Nov 12, 2015 for $289,999, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR?

520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 1,928 square feet of living space.

When was 520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR built?

520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR was built in 1989, making it 37 years old.

What schools serve 520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR?

520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR is assigned to Forest Grove High School (high), rated A; Dilley Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Neil Armstrong Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Forest Grove School District 15. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR compare to other homes in Forest Grove 97116?

Among the 7,742 homes in Forest Grove 97116, it is worth more than 53% of them ($506,146 against a typical $496,562), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($263 against a typical $280), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,928 ft² against a typical 1,706 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (7.89 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1989 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Washington 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 520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 Ballad Way, Forest Grove, OR was $5,297. The county assessed it at $289,440.

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