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$474,732$279 / ft²
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Last sold for $349,000 on Sep 24, 2019

8221 JAMES RD SW

ROCHESTER, WA 98579
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,700 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.
2.96 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$475K
$427K low$522K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$349,000 · Sep 24, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$172 (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.$496,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$197,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$299,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$426,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$496,700

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.66 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
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.96
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.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 285 ft²Patio · 509 ft²Porch · 108 ft²

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.

H
Rochester High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Rochester Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.7 mi
M
Rochester Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 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

8221 James Rd 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Thurston County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Rochester 98579

What homes are worth in Rochester 98579

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

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$200K$918K

This home is worth more than 46% 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$474,732
CheaperTypical $487,556Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$279
CheaperTypical $300Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,700 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,550 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size2.96 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 8221 James Rd Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRochester 98579Thurston County
Estimated valuepricier than$474,73246% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27936% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,700 ft²61% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.96 ac71% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than196810% of homes17% of homes

About 8221 James Rd Sw

How much is 8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA is $474,732 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $427,021 to $522,443. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA last sell?

8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA last sold on Sep 24, 2019 for $349,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA?

8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,700 square feet of living space and a 2.96-acre lot.

When was 8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA built?

8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA?

8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA is assigned to Rochester High School (high), rated C; Rochester Primary School (elementary); Rochester Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Rochester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA compare to other homes in Rochester 98579?

Among the 5,059 homes in Rochester 98579, it is worth more than 46% of them ($474,732 against a typical $487,556), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($279 against a typical $300), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,700 ft² against a typical 1,550 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (2.96 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1968 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Thurston County, it is worth more than 49% 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 8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8221 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA was $172. The county assessed it at $496,700.

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