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$547,187$311 / 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
Last sold for $450,000 on Jul 2, 2019

838 RAPID CREEK RD

PALISADE, CO 81526
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,760 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.
5.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$547K
$510K low$584K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · Jul 2, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,043 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$15,680 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,660
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,020
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$202,180

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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.possible but undetermined

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyMesa
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.26
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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

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
Taylor Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Palisade High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Mount Garfield Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi

District: Mesa County Valley School District 51

Neighborhood · ZIP 81526These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.110

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.21%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,150
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.58 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,205
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,215
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.15 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.71%

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How this home compares

838 Rapid Creek 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 77% of homes in Mesa County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Mesa County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Mesa County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Mesa County

What homes are worth in Palisade 81526

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

This home
$205K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Palisade 81526.

How it measures up in Palisade 81526

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palisade 81526.

Estimated value$547,187
CheaperTypical $540,798Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$311
CheaperTypical $321Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,760 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size5.26 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 838 Rapid Creek Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalisade 81526Mesa County
Estimated valuepricier than$547,18752% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31144% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,760 ft²58% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.26 ac78% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than192017% of homes4% of homes

About 838 Rapid Creek Rd

How much is 838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO is $547,187 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $510,463 to $583,911. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO last sell?

838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO last sold on Jul 2, 2019 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO?

838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,760 square feet of living space and a 5.26-acre lot.

When was 838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO built?

838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO?

838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO is assigned to Taylor Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Palisade High School (high), rated C+; Mount Garfield Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Mesa County Valley School District 51. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO compare to other homes in Palisade 81526?

Among the 2,123 homes in Palisade 81526, it is worth more than 52% of them ($547,187 against a typical $540,798), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($311 against a typical $321), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,760 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (5.26 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1920 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Mesa County, it is worth more than 77% 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 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 838 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO was $1,043. The county assessed it at $15,680.

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