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$476,115$201 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $254,719 on Jun 1, 2017

8518 S AINSWORTH AVE

TACOMA, WA 98444
2
Beds
1.8
Baths
2,366 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.
0.22 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

$476K
$455K low$497K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$254,719 · Jun 1, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,062 (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.$464,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$172,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$292,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$464,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$464,900

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)
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.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, 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 · 348 ft²Patio · 348 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
Stafford Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Baker Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Mount Tahoma High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Tacoma Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 98444These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.248

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,426
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,264 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,325
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,219
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

8518 S Ainsworth Ave 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 74% of homes in South End
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Pierce County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in South End
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in South End
  • Newer than 77% of homes in South End

What homes are worth in Tacoma 98444

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

This home
$295K$734K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Tacoma 98444.

How it measures up in Tacoma 98444

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tacoma 98444.

Estimated value$476,115
CheaperTypical $432,635Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$201
CheaperTypical $296Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area2,366 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,487 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 8518 S Ainsworth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth EndTacoma 98444Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$476,11574% of homes71% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2018% of homes7% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,366 ft²90% of homes87% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac85% of homes57% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than197177% of homes57% of homes32% of homes

About 8518 S Ainsworth Ave

How much is 8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA is $476,115 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $455,034 to $497,196. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA last sell?

8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA last sold on Jun 1, 2017 for $254,719, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA?

8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA has 2 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 2,366 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA built?

8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA?

8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA is assigned to Stafford 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 8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98444?

Among the 8,025 homes in Tacoma 98444, it is worth more than 71% of them ($476,115 against a typical $432,635), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($201 against a typical $296), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,366 ft² against a typical 1,487 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1971 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 27% 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 8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8518 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA was $5,062. The county assessed it at $464,900.

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