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$481,951$368 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $348,000 on Sep 11, 2020

5521 JAMES ST SE

LACEY, WA 98513
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,309 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$482K
$466K low$498K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$348,000 · Sep 11, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5 (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.$411,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$142,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$269,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$398,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$411,900

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyThurston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 168 ft²Patio · 168 ft²Porch · 36 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Lakes Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Timberline High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Komachin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: North Thurston Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 98513These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.238

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
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.37,587
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.582 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,454
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,233
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.36%

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How this home compares

5521 James St Se 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Olympia 98513
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Olympia 98513
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Thurston County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Thurston County

What homes are worth in Olympia 98513

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

This home
$279K$844K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Olympia 98513.

How it measures up in Olympia 98513

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Olympia 98513.

Estimated value$481,951
CheaperTypical $467,498Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$368
CheaperTypical $272Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,309 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,715 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 5521 James St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOlympia 98513Thurston County
Estimated valuepricier than$481,95155% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36893% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,309 ft²21% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac38% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than199962% of homes66% of homes

About 5521 James St Se

How much is 5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA is $481,951 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $466,119 to $497,783. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA last sell?

5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA last sold on Sep 11, 2020 for $348,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA?

5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,309 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA built?

5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA?

5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA is assigned to Lakes Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Timberline High School (high), rated B-; Komachin Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in North Thurston Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA compare to other homes in Olympia 98513?

Among the 13,499 homes in Olympia 98513, it is worth more than 55% of them ($481,951 against a typical $467,498), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($368 against a typical $272), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,309 ft² against a typical 1,715 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1999 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Thurston County, it is worth more than 51% 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 5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5521 James St Se, Lacey, WA was $5. The county assessed it at $411,900.

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