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$1,102,378$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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $223,500 on Feb 6, 1998

523 S 31ST ST

RENTON, WA 98055
5
Beds
2.8
Baths
6,650 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$223,500 · Feb 6, 1998
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$632,336
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$505,869
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.40%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$370,042
US BANK NA · recorded Apr 23, 2014
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$100,000
BOEING EMPS CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,500 (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.$1,143,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$327,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$816,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,106,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,143,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyKING
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.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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 · 440 ft²ElevatorShed · 160 ft²Porch · 90 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Talbot Hill Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Renton High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Dimmitt Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Renton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98055These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.260

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
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.25,369
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,600 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,982
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,498
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

523 S 31st 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Renton 98055
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in King County
  • Among the largest homes in Renton 98055
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in King County

What homes are worth in Renton 98055

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

This home
$269K$1M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Renton 98055.

How it measures up in Renton 98055

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Renton 98055.

Estimated value$1,102,378
CheaperTypical $604,490Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$166
CheaperTypical $343Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area6,650 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 523 S 31st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRenton 98055King County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,102,378almost all homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$166almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than6,650 ft²almost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac63% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than198043% of homes53% of homes

About 523 S 31st St

How much is 523 S 31st St, Renton, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 523 S 31st St, Renton, WA is $1,102,378 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,048,423 to $1,156,333. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 523 S 31st St, Renton, WA last sell?

523 S 31st St, Renton, WA last sold on Feb 6, 1998 for $223,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 523 S 31st St, Renton, WA?

523 S 31st St, Renton, WA has 5 bedrooms, 2.8 bathrooms, 6,650 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 523 S 31st St, Renton, WA built?

523 S 31st St, Renton, WA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 523 S 31st St, Renton, WA?

523 S 31st St, Renton, WA is assigned to Talbot Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Renton High School (high), rated D-; Dimmitt Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Renton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 523 S 31st St, Renton, WA compare to other homes in Renton 98055?

Among the 6,066 homes in Renton 98055, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,102,378 against a typical $604,490), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($166 against a typical $343), it is bigger than almost all of them (6,650 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1980 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 67% 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 523 S 31st St, Renton, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 523 S 31st St, Renton, WA was $12,500. The county assessed it at $1,143,000.

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