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$516,650$381 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $108,000 on Mar 7, 2003

659 N HOWARD ST

TACOMA, WA 98406
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,357 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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$517K
$461K low$572K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$108,000 · Mar 7, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,767 (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.$460,500 (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.$206,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$468,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$460,500

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.2003
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.Deck · 51 ft²Patio · 480 ft²Porch · 531 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 SchoolA-
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 · 2.2 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

659 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 71% of homes in Tacoma 98406
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Pierce County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Pierce County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Pierce County
  • Older than 85% 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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$260K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 29% 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$516,650
CheaperTypical $580,290Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$381
CheaperTypical $345Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,357 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,716 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 659 N Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest EndTacoma 98406Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$516,65051% of homes29% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38172% of homes68% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,357 ft²45% of homes28% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac56% of homes63% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than194616% of homes43% of homes15% of homes

About 659 N Howard St

How much is 659 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 659 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA is $516,650 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $460,919 to $572,381. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 659 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA last sell?

659 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA last sold on Mar 7, 2003 for $108,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 659 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA?

659 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,357 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 659 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA built?

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

What schools serve 659 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA?

659 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 659 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 29% of them ($516,650 against a typical $580,290), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($381 against a typical $345), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,357 ft² against a typical 1,716 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% 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 43% 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 659 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 659 N Howard St, Tacoma, WA was $4,767. The county assessed it at $460,500.

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