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$550,967$386 / 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 98How 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
Last sold for $605,000 on Jan 11, 2022

838 N 161ST PL

SHORELINE, WA 98133
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,427 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.
6.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$551K
$540K low$562K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$605,000 · Jan 11, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,491 (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.$603,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$213,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$389,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$573,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$603,000

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.39
40
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
45
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 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.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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyKING
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.2004
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Elevator

Transaction History(4)

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
Shorewood High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Parkwood Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.7 mi
M
Einstein Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Shoreline School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98133These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.269

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,328
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,932 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,504
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,320
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

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How this home compares

838 N 161st Pl 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 82% of homes in King County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Seattle 98133
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in King County
  • Among the largest lots in Highland Terrace
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Seattle 98133

What homes are worth in Seattle 98133

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

This home
$254K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Seattle 98133.

How it measures up in Seattle 98133

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seattle 98133.

Estimated value$550,967
CheaperTypical $749,255Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$386
CheaperTypical $466Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,427 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size6.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 838 N 161st Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighland TerraceSeattle 98133King County
Estimated valuepricier than$550,96722% of homes19% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38625% of homes16% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,427 ft²36% of homes42% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.9 acalmost all homesalmost all homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than197956% of homes71% of homes52% of homes

About 838 N 161st Pl

How much is 838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA is $550,967 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $540,030 to $561,904. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA last sell?

838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA last sold on Jan 11, 2022 for $605,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA?

838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 1,427 square feet of living space.

When was 838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA built?

838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 4 stories.

What schools serve 838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA?

838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA is assigned to Shorewood High School (high), rated A; Parkwood Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Einstein Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Shoreline School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA compare to other homes in Seattle 98133?

Among the 13,727 homes in Seattle 98133, it is worth more than 19% of them ($550,967 against a typical $749,255), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($386 against a typical $466), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,427 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (6.9 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1979 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 18% 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 838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 838 N 161st Pl, Shoreline, WA was $6,491. The county assessed it at $603,000.

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