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$397,214$400 / 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 93How 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

821 CATON WAY SW

OLYMPIA, WA 98502
2
Beds
1
Baths
994 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$397K
$368K low$427K high

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.$391,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$175,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$216,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$315,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$391,200

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.5
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyThurston
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.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 140 ft²Porch · 140 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Garfield Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Jefferson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Capital High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Olympia School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98502These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.234

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.94%
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.11%
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.36,607
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.529 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,848
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,808
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 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

821 Caton Way Sw 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 90% of homes in Olympia 98502
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Thurston County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Thurston County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Olympia 98502
  • Older than 92% of homes in Thurston County

What homes are worth in Olympia 98502

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

This home
$287K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Olympia 98502.

How it measures up in Olympia 98502

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Olympia 98502.

Estimated value$397,214
CheaperTypical $569,781Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$400
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area994 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,888 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 821 Caton Way Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth WestsideOlympia 98502Thurston County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,21412% of homes10% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40087% of homes77% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than994 ft²10% of homes10% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac37% of homes24% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than194933% of homes14% of homes8% of homes

About 821 Caton Way Sw

How much is 821 Caton Way Sw, Olympia, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 821 Caton Way Sw, Olympia, WA is $397,214 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $367,549 to $426,879. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 821 Caton Way Sw, Olympia, WA?

821 Caton Way Sw, Olympia, WA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 994 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 821 Caton Way Sw, Olympia, WA built?

821 Caton Way Sw, Olympia, WA was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 821 Caton Way Sw, Olympia, WA?

821 Caton Way Sw, Olympia, WA is assigned to Garfield Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Jefferson Middle School (middle), rated A; Capital High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Olympia School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 821 Caton Way Sw, Olympia, WA compare to other homes in Olympia 98502?

Among the 11,287 homes in Olympia 98502, it is worth more than 10% of them ($397,214 against a typical $569,781), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($400 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 10% of them (994 ft² against a typical 1,888 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1949 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Thurston County, it is worth more than 11% 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 821 Caton Way Sw, Olympia, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 821 Caton Way Sw, Olympia, WA was $5. The county assessed it at $391,200.

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