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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $228,943 on Apr 27, 2012

5503 15TH ST E

FIFE, WA 98424
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,724 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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.$228,943 · Apr 27, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,680 (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.$518,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$236,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$282,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$523,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$518,600

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.32 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.2013
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Patio · 156 ft²Porch · 56 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.

H
Fife High SchoolB+
High · Grades 10–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Fife Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Surprise Lake Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 2.2 mi

District: Fife Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 98424These 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.104
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 100.252

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,496
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,884 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,577
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,720
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

5503 15th St E 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 bigger lot than 72% of homes in Fife 98424
  • Older than 95% of homes in Fife 98424

How it measures up in Fife 98424

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fife 98424.

Living area1,724 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,901 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 4,312 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 5503 15th St E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFife 98424Pierce County
Living areabigger than1,724 ft²42% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac72% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than19405% of homes12% of homes

About 5503 15th St E

When did 5503 15th St E, Fife, WA last sell?

5503 15th St E, Fife, WA last sold on Apr 27, 2012 for $228,943, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5503 15th St E, Fife, WA?

5503 15th St E, Fife, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,724 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 5503 15th St E, Fife, WA built?

5503 15th St E, Fife, WA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5503 15th St E, Fife, WA?

5503 15th St E, Fife, WA is assigned to Fife High School (high), rated B+; Fife Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Surprise Lake Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Fife Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5503 15th St E, Fife, WA compare to other homes in Fife 98424?

Among the 2,518 homes in Fife 98424, it is bigger than 42% of them (1,724 ft² against a typical 1,901 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 4,312 ft²) and it is newer than 5% of them (1940 against a typical 2005). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5503 15th St E, Fife, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5503 15th St E, Fife, WA was $4,680. The county assessed it at $518,600.

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