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$511,566$274 / 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 97How 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 $259,669 on Jun 12, 2015

531 BIRCHWOOD DR SW

OLYMPIA, WA 98502
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,869 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$512K
$496K low$527K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$259,669 · Jun 12, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11 (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.$488,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$121,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$367,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$472,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$488,600

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.7
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyThurston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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, Built-in
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 144 ft²Porch · 54 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
McLane Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Thurgood Marshall Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Capital High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Olympia School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98502These 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.126
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 100.234

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,607
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.529 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,848
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,808
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 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

531 Birchwood Dr 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 66% of homes in Olympia 98502
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Olympia 98502
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Olympia 98502
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Olympia 98502

What homes are worth in Olympia 98502

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

This home
$289K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Olympia 98502.

How it measures up in Olympia 98502

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Olympia 98502.

Estimated value$511,566
CheaperTypical $569,781Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$274
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,869 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,890 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 531 Birchwood Dr Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOlympia 98502Thurston County
Estimated valuepricier than$511,56634% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27427% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,869 ft²49% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac8% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than201493% of homes90% of homes

About 531 Birchwood Dr Sw

How much is 531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA is $511,566 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $496,174 to $526,958. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA last sell?

531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA last sold on Jun 12, 2015 for $259,669, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA?

531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,869 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA built?

531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA was built in 2014, making it 12 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA?

531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA is assigned to McLane Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Thurgood Marshall Middle School (middle), rated B-; Capital High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Olympia School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA compare to other homes in Olympia 98502?

Among the 11,288 homes in Olympia 98502, it is worth more than 34% of them ($511,566 against a typical $569,781), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($274 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,869 ft² against a typical 1,890 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2014 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Thurston County, it is worth more than 44% 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 531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 531 Birchwood Dr Sw, Olympia, WA was $11. The county assessed it at $488,600.

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