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$592,624$463 / 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 92How 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 $575,000 on Jun 12, 2025

615 N HOWARD ST

TACOMA, WA 98406
4
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,279 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1946
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

$593K
$547K low$638K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$575,000 · Jun 12, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,764 (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.$520,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$254,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$266,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$528,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$520,200

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.2022
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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
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.Porch · 231 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Geiger Montessori SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Foss High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Hunt Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Tacoma Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 98406These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
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.24,350
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,002 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,870
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,189
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

615 N Howard 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 more than 67% of homes in West End
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Pierce County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Pierce County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Pierce County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Pierce County

What homes are worth in Tacoma 98406

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

This home
$275K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Tacoma 98406.

How it measures up in Tacoma 98406

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tacoma 98406.

Estimated value$592,624
CheaperTypical $616,853Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$463
CheaperTypical $363Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,279 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,714 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 615 N Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest EndTacoma 98406Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$592,62467% of homes43% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46387% of homes86% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,279 ft²37% of homes24% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac56% of homes62% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than194616% of homes43% of homes14% of homes

About 615 N Howard St

How much is 615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA is $592,624 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $546,883 to $638,365. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA last sell?

615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA last sold on Jun 12, 2025 for $575,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA?

615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA has 4 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,279 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA built?

615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA?

615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA is assigned to Geiger Montessori School (elementary), rated B+; Foss High School (high), rated D-; Hunt Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Tacoma Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98406?

Among the 7,623 homes in Tacoma 98406, it is worth more than 43% of them ($592,624 against a typical $616,853), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($463 against a typical $363), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,279 ft² against a typical 1,714 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1946 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 56% 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 615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 615 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA was $5,764. The county assessed it at $520,200.

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