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$500,529$356 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $428,260 on Apr 14, 2026

6494 W BUFFALO GRASS LN

RATHDRUM, ID 83858
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,407 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$501K
$485K low$516K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$428,260 · Apr 14, 2026
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$178,529
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$142,823
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.65%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$322,000
IDAHO CENTRAL CREDIT UNION · 5.98% 2 · recorded Apr 14, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,479 (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.$404,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$175,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$229,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$401,133
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$404,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyKOOTENAI
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Betty Kiefer Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Lakeland High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Lakeland Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Lakeland Joint School District 272

Neighborhood · ZIP 83858These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.78

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.91%
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.6.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,348
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.178 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,548
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,301
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln 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 69% of homes in Kootenai County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Kootenai County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Kootenai County

What homes are worth in Rathdrum 83858

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

This home
$314K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Rathdrum 83858.

How it measures up in Rathdrum 83858

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rathdrum 83858.

Estimated value$500,529
CheaperTypical $575,876Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$356
CheaperTypical $352Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,407 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,754 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRathdrum 83858Kootenai County
Estimated valuepricier than$500,52935% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35652% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,407 ft²32% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac54% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than200455% of homes66% of homes

About 6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln

How much is 6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID is $500,529 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $485,003 to $516,055. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID last sell?

6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID last sold on Apr 14, 2026 for $428,260, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID?

6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,407 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID built?

6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID?

6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID is assigned to Betty Kiefer Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Lakeland High School (high), rated A; Lakeland Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Lakeland Joint School District 272. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID compare to other homes in Rathdrum 83858?

Among the 8,677 homes in Rathdrum 83858, it is worth more than 35% of them ($500,529 against a typical $575,876), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($356 against a typical $352), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,407 ft² against a typical 1,754 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (2004 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Kootenai County, it is worth more than 31% 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 6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6494 W Buffalo Grass Ln, Rathdrum, ID was $1,479. The county assessed it at $404,400.

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