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$719,490$310 / 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 96How 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 $255,000 on Dec 29, 2009

5404 53RD ST W

UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA 98467
3
Beds
1.8
Baths
2,322 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.
1.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$719K
$688K low$751K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$255,000 · Dec 29, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,558 (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.$660,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$359,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$301,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$657,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$660,800

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.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.03
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.Baseboard
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 · 160 ft²Patio · 160 ft²Porch · 240 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Gray Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Whittier Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 1.4 mi
H
Foss High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Tacoma Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 98467These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.250

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.0%
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.17,067
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,527 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,686
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,162
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

5404 53rd St W 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 75% of homes in Pierce County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in University Place
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Pierce County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in University Place
  • Older than 95% of homes in University Place 98467

What homes are worth in University Place 98467

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

This home
$345K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in University Place 98467.

How it measures up in University Place 98467

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in University Place 98467.

Estimated value$719,490
CheaperTypical $701,512Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$310
CheaperTypical $329Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area2,322 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,163 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size1.03 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 5404 53rd St W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUniversity PlaceUniversity Place 98467Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$719,49060% of homes55% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31030% of homes34% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than2,322 ft²64% of homes60% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.03 ac98% of homes97% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than196528% of homes5% of homes26% of homes

About 5404 53rd St W

How much is 5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA is $719,490 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $688,348 to $750,632. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA last sell?

5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA last sold on Dec 29, 2009 for $255,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA?

5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA has 3 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 2,322 square feet of living space and a 1.03-acre lot.

When was 5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA built?

5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a split foyer home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA?

5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA is assigned to Gray Middle School (middle), rated F; Whittier Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; 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 5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA compare to other homes in University Place 98467?

Among the 4,379 homes in University Place 98467, it is worth more than 55% of them ($719,490 against a typical $701,512), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($310 against a typical $329), it is bigger than 60% of them (2,322 ft² against a typical 2,163 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (1.03 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1965 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 75% 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 5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5404 53rd St W, University Place, WA was $1,558. The county assessed it at $660,800.

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