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$451,140$312 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

557 INDEPENDENCE RD

ROCHESTER, WA 98579
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,447 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.
6.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
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

$451K
$413K low$489K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,701 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$411,800 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$147,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$264,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$411,800

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.19 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.''

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyLewis
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.03
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 132 ft²Shed · 100 ft²Porch · 420 ft²

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

M
Rochester Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi
H
Rochester High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.9 mi
E
Rochester Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 7.0 mi

District: Rochester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98579These 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.81
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 100.201

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.12,480
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.138 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,547
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,823
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

557 Independence 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 less than 72% of homes in Rochester 98579
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Lewis County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Rochester 98579
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Lewis County

What homes are worth in Rochester 98579

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

This home
$245K$970K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Rochester 98579.

How it measures up in Rochester 98579

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rochester 98579.

Estimated value$451,140
CheaperTypical $520,894Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$312
CheaperTypical $324Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,447 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,551 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size6.03 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 557 Independence Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRochester 98579Lewis County
Estimated valuepricier than$451,14028% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31242% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,447 ft²40% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.03 ac89% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than199144% of homes67% of homes

About 557 Independence Rd

How much is 557 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 557 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA is $451,140 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $413,100 to $489,180. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 557 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA?

557 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,447 square feet of living space and a 6.03-acre lot.

When was 557 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA built?

557 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 557 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA?

557 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA is assigned to Rochester Middle School (middle), rated C+; Rochester High School (high), rated C+; Rochester Primary School (elementary). All sit in Rochester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 557 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA compare to other homes in Rochester 98579?

Among the 5,059 homes in Rochester 98579, it is worth more than 28% of them ($451,140 against a typical $520,894), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($312 against a typical $324), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,447 ft² against a typical 1,551 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (6.03 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1991 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Lewis County, it is worth more than 64% 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 557 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 557 Independence Rd, Rochester, WA was $3,701. The county assessed it at $411,800.

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