Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $5,810,000 on May 1, 2012
1135 EMERSON ST
FIRCREST, WA 98466
0
Baths
41,962 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.
2.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$5,810,000 · May 1, 2012
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$29,954 (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.$3,931,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,931,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,517,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,931,300
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.37
11
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
44
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
CountyPIERCE
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 768 ft²Patio · 768 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.
EMH
Whittier Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.6 mi
Wainwright Intermediate SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 1.4 mi
Foss High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
District: Tacoma Public Schools
Neighborhood · ZIP 98466These 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.95
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 100.256
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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
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.31,420
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,452 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,321
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,204
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.47%
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How this home compares
1135 Emerson 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.
- Among the largest homes in Fircrest
- Among the largest lots in Fircrest
- Newer than 73% of homes in Fircrest
How it measures up in Tacoma 98466
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tacoma 98466.
Living area41,962 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,000 ft²Bigger
Bigger than almost all homes nearby
Lot size2.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger
Bigger than almost all homes nearby
Year built1971
OlderTypical 1965Newer
Newer than 62% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Fircrest | Tacoma 98466 | Pierce County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 41,962 ft² | almost all homes | almost all homes | almost all homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 2.2 ac | almost all homes | almost all homes | 91% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1971 | 73% of homes | 62% of homes | 32% of homes |
About 1135 Emerson St
When did 1135 Emerson St, Fircrest, WA last sell?
1135 Emerson St, Fircrest, WA last sold on May 1, 2012 for $5,810,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
When was 1135 Emerson St, Fircrest, WA built?
1135 Emerson St, Fircrest, WA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old.
What schools serve 1135 Emerson St, Fircrest, WA?
1135 Emerson St, Fircrest, WA is assigned to Whittier Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Wainwright Intermediate School (middle), rated C-; Foss High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Tacoma Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 1135 Emerson St, Fircrest, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98466?
Among the 7,996 homes in Tacoma 98466, it is bigger than almost all of them (41,962 ft² against a typical 2,000 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (2.2 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1971 against a typical 1965). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 1135 Emerson St, Fircrest, WA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 1135 Emerson St, Fircrest, WA was $29,954. The county assessed it at $3,931,300.
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