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$654,437$216 / 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 75How 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 $525,000 on Jul 21, 2017

53173 W BALLOU RD

MILTON FREEWATER, OR 97862
3
Beds
1
Baths
3,034 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.
8.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1916
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$654K
$489K low$820K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$525,000 · Jul 21, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,977 (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.$155,461 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,611
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$144,850
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$151,063
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$469,610

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.37
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
55
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
27
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
48
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyUmatilla
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.1953
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.15
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 184 ft²Shed · 144 ft²Patio · 600 ft²Porch · 208 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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

H
McLoughlin High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
M
Central Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
E
Grove Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 10.1 mi

District: Milton-Freewater School District 7

Neighborhood · ZIP 97862These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.103

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
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.12,106
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,037
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,644
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

53173 W Ballou Rd 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 more than 98% of homes in Milton Freewater 97862
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Milton Freewater 97862
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Milton Freewater 97862
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Umatilla County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Umatilla County

What homes are worth in Milton Freewater 97862

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

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$113K$635K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Milton Freewater 97862.

How it measures up in Milton Freewater 97862

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milton Freewater 97862.

Estimated value$654,437
CheaperTypical $285,947Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area3,034 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size8.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1916
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 53173 W Ballou Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMilton Freewater 97862Umatilla County
Estimated valuepricier than$654,43798% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21665% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than3,034 ft²96% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than8.15 ac81% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than191614% of homes7% of homes

About 53173 W Ballou Rd

How much is 53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR is $654,437 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $489,088 to $819,786. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR last sell?

53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR last sold on Jul 21, 2017 for $525,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR?

53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 3,034 square feet of living space and a 8.15-acre lot.

When was 53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR built?

53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR was built in 1916, making it 110 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR?

53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR is assigned to McLoughlin High School (high), rated D-; Central Middle School (middle), rated D-; Grove Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Milton-Freewater School District 7. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR compare to other homes in Milton Freewater 97862?

Among the 4,371 homes in Milton Freewater 97862, it is worth more than 98% of them ($654,437 against a typical $285,947), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($216 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,034 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (8.15 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1916 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Umatilla County, it is worth more than 98% 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 53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53173 W Ballou Rd, Milton Freewater, OR was $1,977. The county assessed it at $155,461.

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