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$499,361$263 / 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

7638 S ALASKA ST

TACOMA, WA 98408
4
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,896 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
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

$499K
$460K low$538K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,462 (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.$496,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$213,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$283,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$501,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$496,100

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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.2011
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.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, 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 · 200 ft²Patio · 391 ft²Porch · 982 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Birney Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Baker Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Mount Tahoma High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Tacoma Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 98408These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.251

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.17%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,094
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,136 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,911
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,762
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

7638 S Alaska 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 83% of homes in South End
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Tacoma 98408
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in South End
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in South End
  • Older than 77% of homes in Pierce County

What homes are worth in Tacoma 98408

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

This home
$308K$601K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Tacoma 98408.

How it measures up in Tacoma 98408

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tacoma 98408.

Estimated value$499,361
CheaperTypical $441,718Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$263
CheaperTypical $322Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,896 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,396 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1944Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 7638 S Alaska St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth EndTacoma 98408Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$499,36183% of homes80% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26318% of homes16% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,896 ft²83% of homes82% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac81% of homes79% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than196169% of homes74% of homes23% of homes

About 7638 S Alaska St

How much is 7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA is $499,361 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $460,411 to $538,311. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA last sell?

7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA last sold on Sep 7, 1994, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA?

7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA has 4 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,896 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA built?

7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA?

7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA is assigned to Birney Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Baker Middle School (middle), rated D; Mount Tahoma 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 7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98408?

Among the 6,907 homes in Tacoma 98408, it is worth more than 80% of them ($499,361 against a typical $441,718), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($263 against a typical $322), it is bigger than 82% of them (1,896 ft² against a typical 1,396 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1961 against a typical 1944). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 32% 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 7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 7638 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA was $5,462. The county assessed it at $496,100.

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