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$626,867$490 / 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 92How 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 $85,500 on Nov 4, 1992

9281 31ST AVE SW

SEATTLE, WA 98126
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,280 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$627K
$574K low$680K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,500 · Nov 4, 1992

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,435 (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.$576,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$322,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$254,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$579,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$576,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyKING
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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 · 190 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Arbor Heights Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Chief Sealth International High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Denny International Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Seattle School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98126These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.312

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.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,119
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,583 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$120,595
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$145,709
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

9281 31st Ave 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.

  • Worth less than 73% of homes in King County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in King County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in King County
  • Older than 79% of homes in King County

What homes are worth in Seattle 98126

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

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$320K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Seattle 98126.

How it measures up in Seattle 98126

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seattle 98126.

Estimated value$626,867
CheaperTypical $739,204Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$490
CheaperTypical $513Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,470 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 9281 31st Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoxhillSeattle 98126King County
Estimated valuepricier than$626,86737% of homes30% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49039% of homes43% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,280 ft²52% of homes38% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac18% of homes36% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than195165% of homes52% of homes21% of homes

About 9281 31st Ave Sw

How much is 9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA is $626,867 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $574,193 to $679,541. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA last sell?

9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA last sold on Nov 4, 1992 for $85,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA?

9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,280 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA built?

9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA?

9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA is assigned to Arbor Heights Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Chief Sealth International High School (high), rated C; Denny International Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Seattle School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA compare to other homes in Seattle 98126?

Among the 7,864 homes in Seattle 98126, it is worth more than 30% of them ($626,867 against a typical $739,204), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($490 against a typical $513), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,280 ft² against a typical 1,470 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1951 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 27% 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 9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 9281 31st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA was $6,435. The county assessed it at $576,000.

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