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$663,869$270 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $145,250 on Mar 28, 2000

485 ALAMEDA AVE

FIRCREST, WA 98466
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,463 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.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$664K
$632K low$696K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,250 · Mar 28, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,299 (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.$598,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$278,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$319,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$575,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$598,400

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.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.2019
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 211 ft²Patio · 211 ft²Porch · 513 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Wainwright Intermediate SchoolB
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Whittier Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.5 mi
H
Foss High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 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

485 Alameda 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 more than 73% of homes in Pierce County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Fircrest
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Pierce County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Tacoma 98466
  • Older than 82% of homes in Pierce County

What homes are worth in Tacoma 98466

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

This home
$223K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Tacoma 98466.

How it measures up in Tacoma 98466

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tacoma 98466.

Estimated value$663,869
CheaperTypical $624,900Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$270
CheaperTypical $324Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,463 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,964 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 485 Alameda Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFircrestTacoma 98466Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$663,86958% of homes60% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27020% of homes22% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than2,463 ft²72% of homes73% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac28% of homes20% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than195227% of homes20% of homes18% of homes

About 485 Alameda Ave

How much is 485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA is $663,869 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $631,756 to $695,982. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA last sell?

485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA last sold on Mar 28, 2000 for $145,250, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA?

485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,463 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA built?

485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA?

485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA is assigned to Wainwright Intermediate School (middle), rated B; Whittier Elementary School (elementary), 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 485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98466?

Among the 7,997 homes in Tacoma 98466, it is worth more than 60% of them ($663,869 against a typical $624,900), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($270 against a typical $324), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,463 ft² against a typical 1,964 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1952 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 73% 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 485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 485 Alameda Ave, Fircrest, WA was $5,299. The county assessed it at $598,400.

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