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$1,241,543$786 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $1,159,000 on Sep 8, 2025

3003 W RUFFNER ST

SEATTLE, WA 98199
3
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,580 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,159,000 · Sep 8, 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.$1,056,543
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$845,234
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.15%
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.$185,000
KEY BANK NA · recorded Nov 10, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,586 (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.$1,187,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$869,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$318,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,159,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,187,000

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.0.14
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
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 · 50 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
Lawton Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Ballard High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
McClure Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Seattle School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98199These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.364

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.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,501
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,060 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$156,493
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$193,204
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

3003 W Ruffner 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 74% of homes in King County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in King County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Seattle 98199
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in King County
  • Older than 78% of homes in King County

What homes are worth in Seattle 98199

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

This home
$330K$3.3M

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Seattle 98199.

How it measures up in Seattle 98199

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seattle 98199.

Estimated value$1,241,543
CheaperTypical $1,286,546Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$786
CheaperTypical $635Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,580 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 3003 W Ruffner St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLawton ParkSeattle 98199King County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,241,54369% of homes47% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$78687% of homes82% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,580 ft²47% of homes33% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac47% of homes48% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than195343% of homes53% of homes22% of homes

About 3003 W Ruffner St

How much is 3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA is $1,241,543 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,148,202 to $1,334,884. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA last sell?

3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA last sold on Sep 8, 2025 for $1,159,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA?

3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA has 3 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,580 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA built?

3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA?

3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA is assigned to Lawton Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Ballard High School (high), rated A+; McClure Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Seattle School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA compare to other homes in Seattle 98199?

Among the 8,106 homes in Seattle 98199, it is worth more than 47% of them ($1,241,543 against a typical $1,286,546), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($786 against a typical $635), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,580 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1953 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of King 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 3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 3003 W Ruffner St, Seattle, WA was $12,586. The county assessed it at $1,187,000.

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