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$235,053
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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $120,000 on Apr 21, 2020

78 MILKY WAY

ORCAS, WA 98280
0
Baths
2.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$235K
$209K low$261K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Apr 21, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,932 (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.$261,050 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$240,510
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,540
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$219,640
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$261,050

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.4
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
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.minimal

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
CountySan Juan
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.05
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 64 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Orcas Island Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.0 mi
M
Orcas Island Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Orcas Island High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Orcas Island School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98280These 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.100
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 100.230

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.75%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
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.50
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.56 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,894
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,532
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 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

78 Milky Way 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Orcas 98280

What homes are worth in Orcas 98280

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

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$266K$3.9M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Orcas 98280.

How it measures up in Orcas 98280

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orcas 98280.

Estimated value$235,053
CheaperTypical $1,023,555Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2.05 ac
SmallerTypical 2.36 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

How 78 Milky Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrcas 98280San Juan County
Estimated valuepricier than$235,053almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than2.05 ac47% of homes56% of homes

About 78 Milky Way

How much is 78 Milky Way, Orcas, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Milky Way, Orcas, WA is $235,053 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $208,822 to $261,284. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Milky Way, Orcas, WA last sell?

78 Milky Way, Orcas, WA last sold on Apr 21, 2020 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 78 Milky Way, Orcas, WA?

78 Milky Way, Orcas, WA is assigned to Orcas Island Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Orcas Island Middle School (middle), rated B-; Orcas Island High School (high), rated B. All sit in Orcas Island School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Milky Way, Orcas, WA compare to other homes in Orcas 98280?

Among the 1,610 homes in Orcas 98280, it is worth more than almost none of them ($235,053 against a typical $1,023,555) and its lot is bigger than 47% of them (2.05 ac against a typical 2.36 ac). Measured against all of San Juan County, it is worth more than almost no 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 78 Milky Way, Orcas, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 78 Milky Way, Orcas, WA was $1,932. The county assessed it at $261,050.

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