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$754,480$256 / 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 80How 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 $399,000 on Dec 7, 2006

8540 RATHBUN RD SE

YELM, WA 98597
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
2,952 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.
4.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$754K
$604K low$905K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$399,000 · Dec 7, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$97 (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.$524,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$207,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$317,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$561,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$524,700

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.25 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.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.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.58
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.Heat Pump
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, Basement
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 340 ft²Patio · 340 ft²Porch · 188 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
Southworth Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Yelm High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Yelm Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Yelm Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 98597These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.224

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
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.27,940
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.201 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,907
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,922
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

8540 Rathbun Rd Se 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 96% of homes in Yelm 98597
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Yelm 98597
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Thurston County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Yelm 98597

What homes are worth in Yelm 98597

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

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$198K$854K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Yelm 98597.

How it measures up in Yelm 98597

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Yelm 98597.

Estimated value$754,480
CheaperTypical $436,433Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$256
CheaperTypical $253Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area2,952 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,628 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size4.58 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 8540 Rathbun Rd Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeYelm 98597Thurston County
Estimated valuepricier than$754,48096% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25651% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than2,952 ft²94% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.58 ac79% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than198022% of homes36% of homes

About 8540 Rathbun Rd Se

How much is 8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA is $754,480 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $604,241 to $904,719. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA last sell?

8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA last sold on Dec 7, 2006 for $399,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA?

8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,952 square feet of living space and a 4.58-acre lot.

When was 8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA built?

8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA?

8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA is assigned to Southworth Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Yelm High School (high), rated C; Yelm Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Yelm Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA compare to other homes in Yelm 98597?

Among the 9,886 homes in Yelm 98597, it is worth more than 96% of them ($754,480 against a typical $436,433), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($256 against a typical $253), it is bigger than 94% of them (2,952 ft² against a typical 1,628 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (4.58 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1980 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Thurston County, it is worth more than 92% 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 8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8540 Rathbun Rd Se, Yelm, WA was $97. The county assessed it at $524,700.

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