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$460,816$294 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $235,000 on May 23, 2007

5220 S STEELE ST

TACOMA, WA 98409
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,567 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
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

$461K
$438K low$484K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$235,000 · May 23, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,696 (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.$418,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$205,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$213,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$430,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$418,400

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.1962
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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
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

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
Giaudrone Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Edison Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Foss High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 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

5220 S Steele 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 less than 78% of homes in Pierce County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Tacoma 98409
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Tacoma 98409
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Tacoma 98409
  • Older than 98% of homes in Pierce County

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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$277K$641K

This home is worth more than 71% 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$460,816
CheaperTypical $417,054Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$294
CheaperTypical $324Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,567 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,358 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 5220 S Steele St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTacoma 98409Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$460,81671% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29432% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,567 ft²66% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac76% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than19066% of homes2% of homes

About 5220 S Steele St

How much is 5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA is $460,816 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $437,914 to $483,718. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA last sell?

5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA last sold on May 23, 2007 for $235,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA?

5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,567 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA built?

5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA?

5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA is assigned to Giaudrone Middle School (middle), rated F; Edison 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 5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98409?

Among the 6,404 homes in Tacoma 98409, it is worth more than 71% of them ($460,816 against a typical $417,054), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($294 against a typical $324), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,567 ft² against a typical 1,358 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1906 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 22% 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 5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5220 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA was $4,696. The county assessed it at $418,400.

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