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$133,265$278 / 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 91How 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

8553 GOLDEN VALLEY DR

MAPLE FALLS, WA 98266
1
Beds
1
Baths
480 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.
0.18 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.

Valuation

$133K
$121K low$146K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,315 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$169,910 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$91,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$78,110
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$166,205
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$169,910

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
99
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
11
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyWHATCOM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 136 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
Kendall Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.5 mi
M
Mount Baker Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 9.3 mi
H
Mount Baker Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.3 mi

District: Mount Baker School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98266These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.169

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.2,865
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.127 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,226
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.77 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

8553 Golden Valley Dr 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Whatcom County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Maple Falls 98266
  • Older than 68% of homes in Maple Falls 98266

What homes are worth in Maple Falls 98266

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

This home
$61K$741K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Maple Falls 98266.

How it measures up in Maple Falls 98266

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Maple Falls 98266.

Estimated value$133,265
CheaperTypical $342,074Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$278
CheaperTypical $261Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area480 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,188 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 8553 Golden Valley Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMaple Falls 98266Whatcom County
Estimated valuepricier than$133,2655% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27864% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than480 ft²7% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac28% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than198032% of homes42% of homes

About 8553 Golden Valley Dr

How much is 8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA is $133,265 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $120,665 to $145,865. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA last sell?

8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA?

8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 480 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA built?

8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA?

8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA is assigned to Kendall Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Mount Baker Junior High School (middle), rated D; Mount Baker Senior High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Mount Baker School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA compare to other homes in Maple Falls 98266?

Among the 1,987 homes in Maple Falls 98266, it is worth more than 5% of them ($133,265 against a typical $342,074), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($278 against a typical $261), it is bigger than 7% of them (480 ft² against a typical 1,188 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1980 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Whatcom County, it is worth more than almost no 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 8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8553 Golden Valley Dr, Maple Falls, WA was $1,315. The county assessed it at $169,910.

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