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$1,552,676$455 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,250,000 on Feb 28, 2024

8256 ORCAS RD

ORCAS, WA 98280
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,411 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.
0.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.4M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,250,000 · Feb 28, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,145 (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.$1,791,390 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$708,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,082,640
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,486,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,791,390

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.182 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
CountySan Juan
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.82
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Fan Cooling
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 · 2,092 ft²Patio · 2,050 ft²Outdoor kitchen

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 · 7.3 mi
M
Orcas Island Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.3 mi
H
Orcas Island High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.3 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

8256 Orcas 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 more than 85% of homes in San Juan County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Orcas 98280
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in San Juan County
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Orcas 98280
  • Older than 77% of homes in San Juan County

What homes are worth in Orcas 98280

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

This home
$277K$4.1M

This home is worth more than 78% of 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$1,552,676
CheaperTypical $963,182Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$455
CheaperTypical $613Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area3,411 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,625 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.82 ac
SmallerTypical 2.36 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 8256 Orcas Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrcas 98280San Juan County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,552,67678% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45523% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than3,411 ft²92% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.82 ac30% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than197525% of homes23% of homes

About 8256 Orcas Rd

How much is 8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA is $1,552,676 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,369,996 to $1,735,356. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA last sell?

8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA last sold on Feb 28, 2024 for $1,250,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA?

8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,411 square feet of living space and a 0.82-acre lot.

When was 8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA built?

8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA?

8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA is assigned to Orcas Island Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Orcas Island Middle School (middle), rated A; Orcas Island High School (high), rated A. All sit in Orcas Island School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA compare to other homes in Orcas 98280?

Among the 1,671 homes in Orcas 98280, it is worth more than 78% of them ($1,552,676 against a typical $963,182), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($455 against a typical $613), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,411 ft² against a typical 1,625 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.82 ac against a typical 2.36 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1975 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of San Juan County, it is worth more than 85% 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 8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8256 Orcas Rd, Orcas, WA was $12,145. The county assessed it at $1,791,390.

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