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$542,918$326 / 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 96How 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 $530,000 on Jun 23, 2025

985 SASSAFRAS ST

INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,663 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$543K
$521K low$565K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$530,000 · Jun 23, 2025
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.$542,918
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$434,334

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,030 (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.$285,530 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$74,760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$210,770
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$277,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$536,380

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
37
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyPOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Independence Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Talmadge Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Central School District 13j

Neighborhood · ZIP 97351These 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.77
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 100.175

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.96%
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.10%
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.12,271
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.240 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,961
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,161
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.47%

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.Yes

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

985 Sassafras St 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 84% of homes in Independence 97351
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Independence 97351
  • Among the newest homes in Independence 97351

What homes are worth in Independence 97351

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

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$263K$913K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Independence 97351.

How it measures up in Independence 97351

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 97351.

Estimated value$542,918
CheaperTypical $415,782Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$326
CheaperTypical $289Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,663 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 985 Sassafras St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 97351Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$542,91884% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32676% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,663 ft²62% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac11% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 985 Sassafras St

How much is 985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR is $542,918 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $520,998 to $564,838. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR last sell?

985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR last sold on Jun 23, 2025 for $530,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR?

985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,663 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR built?

985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR?

985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR is assigned to Independence Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Central High School (high), rated C; Talmadge Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Central School District 13j. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR compare to other homes in Independence 97351?

Among the 3,175 homes in Independence 97351, it is worth more than 84% of them ($542,918 against a typical $415,782), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($326 against a typical $289), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,663 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 74% 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 985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 985 Sassafras St, Independence, OR was $5,030. The county assessed it at $285,530.

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