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$467,064$292 / 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 96How 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

8512 FOREST AVE SW

LAKEWOOD, WA 98498
3
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,600 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.
1971
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

$467K
$447K low$487K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,829 (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.$462,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$183,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$278,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$455,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$462,500

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.1990
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)
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 · 88 ft²Patio · 88 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Lake Louise Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Lakes High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Thomas Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Clover Park School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98498These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.238

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,522
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,776 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,573
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,956
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

8512 Forest Ave Sw 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 76% of homes in Pierce County
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Pierce County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Lakewood 98498
  • Older than 67% of homes in Pierce County

What homes are worth in Lakewood 98498

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

This home
$258K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Lakewood 98498.

How it measures up in Lakewood 98498

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lakewood 98498.

Estimated value$467,064
CheaperTypical $548,516Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$292
CheaperTypical $312Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,600 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,769 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 8512 Forest Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLakewoodLakewood 98498Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$467,06435% of homes26% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29235% of homes35% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,600 ft²46% of homes40% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac28% of homes27% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than197164% of homes58% of homes33% of homes

About 8512 Forest Ave Sw

How much is 8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA is $467,064 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $446,690 to $487,438. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA last sell?

8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA?

8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA has 3 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,600 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA built?

8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA?

8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA is assigned to Lake Louise Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Lakes High School (high), rated C-; Thomas Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Clover Park School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA compare to other homes in Lakewood 98498?

Among the 9,432 homes in Lakewood 98498, it is worth more than 26% of them ($467,064 against a typical $548,516), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($292 against a typical $312), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,600 ft² against a typical 1,769 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1971 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 24% 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 8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8512 Forest Ave Sw, Lakewood, WA was $4,829. The county assessed it at $462,500.

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