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$476,000$242 / 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

542 W 8TH S

PRESTON, ID 83263
8
Beds
2
Baths
1,963 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.
0.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
17
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$476K
$454K low$498K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,892 (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.$380,725 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$320,725
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$380,725
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$380,725

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.
41
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
40
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
46
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
CountyFranklin
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.2008
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.60
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.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed

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.

H
Preston High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Preston Jr High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Pioneer Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.3 mi

District: Preston Joint School District 201

Neighborhood · ZIP 83263These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.174

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,393
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.27 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,402
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,929
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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How this home compares

542 W 8th S 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.

  • Newer than 65% of homes in Preston 83263

What homes are worth in Preston 83263

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

This home
$264K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Preston 83263.

How it measures up in Preston 83263

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Preston 83263.

Estimated value$476,000
CheaperTypical $466,321Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $232Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,963 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,986 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 542 W 8th S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePreston 83263Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$476,00052% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24255% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,963 ft²49% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.6 ac45% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than199865% of homes63% of homes

About 542 W 8th S

How much is 542 W 8th S, Preston, ID worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 W 8th S, Preston, ID is $476,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $453,665 to $498,335. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 W 8th S, Preston, ID last sell?

542 W 8th S, Preston, ID last sold on Oct 29, 2019, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 W 8th S, Preston, ID?

542 W 8th S, Preston, ID has 8 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,963 square feet of living space and a 0.60-acre lot.

When was 542 W 8th S, Preston, ID built?

542 W 8th S, Preston, ID was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 542 W 8th S, Preston, ID?

542 W 8th S, Preston, ID is assigned to Preston High School (high), rated A-; Preston Jr High School (middle), rated C+; Pioneer Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Preston Joint School District 201. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 W 8th S, Preston, ID compare to other homes in Preston 83263?

Among the 3,705 homes in Preston 83263, it is worth more than 52% of them ($476,000 against a typical $466,321), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($242 against a typical $232), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,963 ft² against a typical 1,986 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.6 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1998 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 49% 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 542 W 8th S, Preston, ID?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 W 8th S, Preston, ID was $1,892. The county assessed it at $380,725.

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