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$498,709$274 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $210,000 on Mar 2, 1998

861 RAPID CREEK RD

PALISADE, CO 81526
3
Beds
2.8
Baths
1,820 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$499K
$444K low$553K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$210,000 · Mar 2, 1998
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$175,088
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$140,070
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.70%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$182,800
WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE INC · recorded Jan 9, 2003
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$140,821
WELLS FARGO BANK NA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,251 (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.$24,790 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,540
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$396,620

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.Bi-Level
CountyMESA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 480 ft²Porch · 140 ft²

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 · 2.4 mi
H
Palisade High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
Mount Garfield Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.2 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

861 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 68% of homes in Mesa County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Palisade 81526
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Mesa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Palisade 81526

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
$212K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 37% 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$498,709
CheaperTypical $553,357Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$274
CheaperTypical $328Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,820 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 861 Rapid Creek Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalisade 81526Mesa County
Estimated valuepricier than$498,70937% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27423% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,820 ft²61% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac29% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than198155% of homes43% of homes

About 861 Rapid Creek Rd

How much is 861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO is $498,709 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $444,393 to $553,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO last sell?

861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO last sold on Mar 2, 1998 for $210,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO?

861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO has 3 bedrooms, 2.8 bathrooms, 1,820 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO built?

861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO?

861 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 861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO compare to other homes in Palisade 81526?

Among the 2,161 homes in Palisade 81526, it is worth more than 37% of them ($498,709 against a typical $553,357), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($274 against a typical $328), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,820 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1981 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Mesa County, it is worth more than 68% 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 861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 861 Rapid Creek Rd, Palisade, CO was $1,251. The county assessed it at $24,790.

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