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$515,481$344 / 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 95How 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 $334,719 on May 10, 2018

817 S STEELE ST

TACOMA, WA 98405
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,498 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$515K
$488K low$543K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$334,719 · May 10, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,015 (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.$462,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$232,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$230,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$460,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$462,600

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.2007
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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
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 · 120 ft²Shed · 144 ft²Patio · 120 ft²Porch · 110 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Jason Lee Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Bryant Montessori SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Foss High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Tacoma Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 98405These 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.141
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.249

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,963
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,247 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,519
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,751
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

817 S Steele 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 69% of homes in Tacoma 98405
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Pierce County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Pierce County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Pierce County

What homes are worth in Tacoma 98405

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

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$313K$716K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Tacoma 98405.

How it measures up in Tacoma 98405

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tacoma 98405.

Estimated value$515,481
CheaperTypical $465,478Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$344
CheaperTypical $335Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,498 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,447 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1927Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 817 S Steele St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral TacomaTacoma 98405Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$515,48162% of homes69% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34447% of homes56% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,498 ft²57% of homes55% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac40% of homes52% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than19058% of homes15% of homes2% of homes

About 817 S Steele St

How much is 817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA is $515,481 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $488,090 to $542,872. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA last sell?

817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA last sold on May 10, 2018 for $334,719, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA?

817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,498 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA built?

817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA?

817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA is assigned to Jason Lee Middle School (middle), rated D+; Bryant Montessori School (elementary), rated C; Foss 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 817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98405?

Among the 7,140 homes in Tacoma 98405, it is worth more than 69% of them ($515,481 against a typical $465,478), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($344 against a typical $335), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,498 ft² against a typical 1,447 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1905 against a typical 1927). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 37% 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 817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 817 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA was $5,015. The county assessed it at $462,600.

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