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$566,522$325 / 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 97How 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 $517,978 on Feb 23, 2023

654 N HOWARD ST

TACOMA, WA 98406
3
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,744 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

$567K
$549K low$584K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$517,978 · Feb 23, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,726 (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.$455,000 (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.$200,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$463,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$455,000

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.2006
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.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, Detached
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 · 224 ft²Shed · 408 ft²Patio · 324 ft²Porch · 240 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.

E
Geiger Montessori SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Foss High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Hunt Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 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

654 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 less than 66% of homes in Tacoma 98406
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Tacoma 98406
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in West End
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% 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.

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$274K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 34% 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$566,522
CheaperTypical $616,373Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$325
CheaperTypical $363Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,744 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,715 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 654 N Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest EndTacoma 98406Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$566,52257% of homes34% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32537% of homes30% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,744 ft²67% of homes52% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac56% of homes63% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than194616% of homes44% of homes14% of homes

About 654 N Howard St

How much is 654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA is $566,522 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $548,576 to $584,468. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA last sell?

654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA last sold on Feb 23, 2023 for $517,978, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA?

654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA has 3 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,744 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA built?

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

What schools serve 654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA?

654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA is assigned to Geiger Montessori School (elementary), rated A-; 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 654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98406?

Among the 7,624 homes in Tacoma 98406, it is worth more than 34% of them ($566,522 against a typical $616,373), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($325 against a typical $363), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,744 ft² against a typical 1,715 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1946 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 50% 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 654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 654 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA was $4,726. The county assessed it at $455,000.

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