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8938 JAMES RD SW

ROCHESTER, WA 98579
2
Beds
1
Baths
720 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.
1.85 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$92 (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.$325,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$161,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$295,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$325,000

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.25
85
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
11
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.94 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.1 percent flood zone

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.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.85
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 192 ft²

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.

M
Rochester Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Rochester High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
E
Rochester Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.6 mi

District: Rochester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98579These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.201

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.12,480
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.138 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,547
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,823
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

8938 James Rd Sw 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.

  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Thurston County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Thurston County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Rochester 98579

How it measures up in Rochester 98579

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rochester 98579.

Living area720 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,544 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size1.85 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 8938 James Rd Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRochester 98579Thurston County
Living areabigger than720 ft²4% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.85 ac64% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than19406% of homes6% of homes

About 8938 James Rd Sw

When did 8938 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA last sell?

8938 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA last sold on May 13, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8938 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA?

8938 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 720 square feet of living space and a 1.85-acre lot.

When was 8938 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA built?

8938 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8938 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA?

8938 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA is assigned to Rochester Middle School (middle), rated B; Rochester High School (high), rated C; Rochester Primary School (elementary). All sit in Rochester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8938 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA compare to other homes in Rochester 98579?

Among the 5,058 homes in Rochester 98579, it is bigger than 4% of them (720 ft² against a typical 1,544 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (1.85 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1940 against a typical 1994). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8938 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8938 James Rd Sw, Rochester, WA was $92. The county assessed it at $325,000.

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