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$651,754$223 / 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 92How 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 $400,000 on Nov 14, 2025

538 ROSE VALLEY RD

KELSO, WA 98626
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,917 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.
3.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$652K
$603K low$701K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Nov 14, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,835 (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.$758,290 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$89,630
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$668,660
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$778,180
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$758,290

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 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
CountyCOWLITZ
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.1978
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, Detached
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 · 240 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Rose Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Coweeman Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Kelso High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Kelso School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98626These 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.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.175

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.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,264
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.180 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,645
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,313
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.74 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

538 Rose Valley 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 95% of homes in Kelso 98626
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Kelso 98626
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Kelso 98626
  • Among the oldest homes in Cowlitz County

What homes are worth in Kelso 98626

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

This home
$149K$781K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Kelso 98626.

How it measures up in Kelso 98626

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kelso 98626.

Estimated value$651,754
CheaperTypical $334,954Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $246Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area2,917 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,412 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size3.03 ac
SmallerTypical 0.79 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 538 Rose Valley Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKelso 98626Cowlitz County
Estimated valuepricier than$651,75495% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22336% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than2,917 ft²97% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.03 ac73% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than19002% of homesalmost no homes

About 538 Rose Valley Rd

How much is 538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA is $651,754 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $602,659 to $700,849. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA last sell?

538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA last sold on Nov 14, 2025 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA?

538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2,917 square feet of living space.

When was 538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA built?

538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA?

538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA is assigned to Rose Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Coweeman Middle School (middle), rated B+; Kelso High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Kelso School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA compare to other homes in Kelso 98626?

Among the 9,080 homes in Kelso 98626, it is worth more than 95% of them ($651,754 against a typical $334,954), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($223 against a typical $246), it is bigger than 97% of them (2,917 ft² against a typical 1,412 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (3.03 ac against a typical 0.79 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1900 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Cowlitz County, it is worth more than 93% 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 538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Rose Valley Rd, Kelso, WA was $7,835. The county assessed it at $758,290.

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