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$379,091$243 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $375,000 on Sep 27, 2021

1242 S RIDGEWOOD AVE

TACOMA, WA 98405
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,560 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1943
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$379K
$353K low$405K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$375,000 · Sep 27, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,454 (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.$396,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$223,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$172,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$408,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$396,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPIERCE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1992
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 100 ft²Patio · 100 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Stanley Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Jason Lee Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Stadium High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Tacoma Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 98405These 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.141
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.249

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,963
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,247 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,519
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,751
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

1242 S Ridgewood Ave 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 93% of homes in Pierce County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Tacoma 98405
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Pierce County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Hilltop
  • Older than 87% of homes in Pierce County

What homes are worth in Tacoma 98405

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

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$297K$691K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Tacoma 98405.

How it measures up in Tacoma 98405

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tacoma 98405.

Estimated value$379,091
CheaperTypical $458,324Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$243
CheaperTypical $305Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,564 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1943
OlderTypical 1927Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 1242 S Ridgewood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHilltopTacoma 98405Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$379,09122% of homes15% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24321% of homes17% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,560 ft²48% of homes49% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac87% of homes77% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than194366% of homes59% of homes13% of homes

About 1242 S Ridgewood Ave

How much is 1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA is $379,091 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $352,900 to $405,282. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA last sell?

1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA last sold on Sep 27, 2021 for $375,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA?

1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,560 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA built?

1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA was built in 1943, making it 83 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA?

1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA is assigned to Stanley Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Jason Lee Middle School (middle), rated D+; Stadium High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Tacoma Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98405?

Among the 7,145 homes in Tacoma 98405, it is worth more than 15% of them ($379,091 against a typical $458,324), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($243 against a typical $305), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,560 ft² against a typical 1,564 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1943 against a typical 1927). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 7% 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 1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA was $4,454. The county assessed it at $396,400.

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