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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $662,000 on Sep 15, 2021

4915 N HIGHLAND ST

RUSTON, WA 98407
3
Beds
2.8
Baths
1,972 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$662,000 · Sep 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,048 (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.$670,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$396,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$274,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$684,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$670,800

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
95
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.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
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.2020
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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.Baseboard
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 · 436 ft²Shed · 804 ft²Patio · 422 ft²Porch · 84 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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.

E
Point Defiance Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Truman Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Silas High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Tacoma Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 98407These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.252

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.5%
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.19,002
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,708 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$108,170
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,365
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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

4915 N Highland 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Pierce County
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Tacoma 98407

How it measures up in Tacoma 98407

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tacoma 98407.

Living area1,972 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,807 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 4915 N Highland St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRustinTacoma 98407Pierce County
Living areabigger than1,972 ft²44% of homes58% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac31% of homes24% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than197549% of homes68% of homes36% of homes

About 4915 N Highland St

When did 4915 N Highland St, Ruston, WA last sell?

4915 N Highland St, Ruston, WA last sold on Sep 15, 2021 for $662,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4915 N Highland St, Ruston, WA?

4915 N Highland St, Ruston, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2.8 bathrooms, 1,972 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 4915 N Highland St, Ruston, WA built?

4915 N Highland St, Ruston, WA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4915 N Highland St, Ruston, WA?

4915 N Highland St, Ruston, WA is assigned to Point Defiance Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Truman Middle School (middle), rated C; Silas High School (high), rated C. All sit in Tacoma Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4915 N Highland St, Ruston, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98407?

Among the 8,340 homes in Tacoma 98407, it is bigger than 58% of them (1,972 ft² against a typical 1,807 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1975 against a typical 1956). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 4915 N Highland St, Ruston, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4915 N Highland St, Ruston, WA was $6,048. The county assessed it at $670,800.

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