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$1,052,538
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 83How 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 $630,000 on Jul 15, 2015

5542 TARA DR

FREELAND, WA 98249
0
Baths
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$872K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$630,000 · Jul 15, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$375 (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.$42,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$42,200

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
65
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
39
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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.8 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyISLAND
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.2009
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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

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
South Whidbey Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.9 mi
H
South Whidbey High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.9 mi
M
South Whidbey Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.9 mi

District: South Whidbey School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98249These 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.146
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.300

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.74%
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.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,390
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.179 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,838
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,171
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.25 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.33%

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How this home compares

5542 Tara Dr 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 85% of homes in Island County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Freeland 98249
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Island County

What homes are worth in Freeland 98249

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

This home
$399K$3.2M

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Freeland 98249.

How it measures up in Freeland 98249

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Freeland 98249.

Estimated value$1,052,538
CheaperTypical $769,285Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 5542 Tara Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFreeland 98249Island County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,052,53872% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac6% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than201086% of homes89% of homes

About 5542 Tara Dr

How much is 5542 Tara Dr, Freeland, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5542 Tara Dr, Freeland, WA is $1,052,538 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $871,726 to $1,233,350. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5542 Tara Dr, Freeland, WA last sell?

5542 Tara Dr, Freeland, WA last sold on Jul 15, 2015 for $630,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

When was 5542 Tara Dr, Freeland, WA built?

5542 Tara Dr, Freeland, WA was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5542 Tara Dr, Freeland, WA?

5542 Tara Dr, Freeland, WA is assigned to South Whidbey Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; South Whidbey High School (high), rated A; South Whidbey Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in South Whidbey School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5542 Tara Dr, Freeland, WA compare to other homes in Freeland 98249?

Among the 3,341 homes in Freeland 98249, it is worth more than 72% of them ($1,052,538 against a typical $769,285), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (2010 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Island County, it is worth more than 85% 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 5542 Tara Dr, Freeland, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5542 Tara Dr, Freeland, WA was $375. The county assessed it at $42,200.

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