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$548,483$242 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $201,000 on Jan 2, 2019

4510 S 79TH ST

TACOMA, WA 98409
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,266 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$548K
$531K low$566K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$201,000 · Jan 2, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,233 (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.$559,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$202,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$357,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$572,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$559,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Foyer
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.2018
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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
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.Deck · 260 ft²Patio · 260 ft²Porch · 312 ft²

Transaction History(9)

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.

H
Mount Tahoma High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Gray Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Arlington Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi

District: Tacoma Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 98409These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.246

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,833
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,068 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,841
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,195
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

4510 S 79th 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 92% of homes in Tacoma 98409
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Tacoma 98409
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Tacoma 98409
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Pierce County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Tacoma 98409

What homes are worth in Tacoma 98409

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

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$271K$641K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Tacoma 98409.

How it measures up in Tacoma 98409

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tacoma 98409.

Estimated value$548,483
CheaperTypical $416,811Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $324Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area2,266 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,353 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 4510 S 79th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTacoma 98409Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$548,48392% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2429% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,266 ft²89% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac29% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than200288% of homes76% of homes

About 4510 S 79th St

How much is 4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA is $548,483 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $530,700 to $566,266. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA last sell?

4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA last sold on Jan 2, 2019 for $201,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA?

4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,266 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA built?

4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a split foyer home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA?

4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA is assigned to Mount Tahoma High School (high), rated D; Gray Middle School (middle), rated F; Arlington Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Tacoma Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98409?

Among the 6,404 homes in Tacoma 98409, it is worth more than 92% of them ($548,483 against a typical $416,811), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($242 against a typical $324), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,266 ft² against a typical 1,353 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (2002 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 46% 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 4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 4510 S 79th St, Tacoma, WA was $6,233. The county assessed it at $559,600.

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