98685 — Vancouver, WA Home Values
Typical home value $586,462 as of August 2026 · 47th of 120 in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 98685, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 98685 compares in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA area
ZIP code 98685 (Vancouver, WA) has a typical home value of $586,462 as of August 2026, ranking 47th of 120 ZIP codes tracked in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA area, more expensive than about 62% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -0.3% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +14.3%, from $513,105 in August 2021 to $586,462 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 19.1× the annual rent ($2,558/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Portland.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 98685 has a population of 30,044, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 80.9% White, 7.4% Hispanic or Latino, 5.5% two or more races, 3.5% Asian, 2% Black or African American, 0.6% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Felida Elementary School | 2700 NW 119TH ST, VANCOUVER, WA | 0.5 mi |
| Alki Middle School | 1800 NW BLISS RD, VANCOUVER, WA | 0.6 mi |
| Chinook Elementary School | 1900 NW BLISS RD, VANCOUVER, WA | 0.6 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 98685?
$586,462 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 98685 an expensive ZIP code in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA area?
98685 ranks 47th of 120 ZIP codes in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 62% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 98685 changed over the past year?
-0.3% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 98685?
The typical home price is 19.1× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($2,558/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 98685?
30,044, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 98685?
Felida Elementary School (0.5 mi), Alki Middle School (0.6 mi), Chinook Elementary School (0.6 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 98685?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.