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$798,828$313 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $215,228 on Oct 4, 1996

8609 42ND ST W

UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA 98466
4
Beds
1.8
Baths
2,552 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.
0.26 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

$799K
$760K low$837K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,228 · Oct 4, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,714 (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.$670,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$348,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$322,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$678,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$670,500

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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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 · 392 ft²Shed · 1,276 ft²Patio · 382 ft²Porch · 54 ft²

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

H
Curtis Senior High SchoolA-
High · Grades 10–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Sunset Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.6 mi
M
Drum Intermediate SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 0.7 mi

District: University Place School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98466These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.256

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
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.31,420
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,452 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,321
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,204
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

8609 42nd St W 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 84% of homes in Pierce County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Pierce County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Tacoma 98466
  • Older than 78% of homes in University Place

What homes are worth in Tacoma 98466

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

This home
$274K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Tacoma 98466.

How it measures up in Tacoma 98466

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tacoma 98466.

Estimated value$798,828
CheaperTypical $647,606Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$313
CheaperTypical $330Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,552 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,000 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 8609 42nd St W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUniversity PlaceTacoma 98466Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$798,82877% of homes81% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31337% of homes40% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,552 ft²72% of homes73% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac68% of homes69% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than196122% of homes40% of homes24% of homes

About 8609 42nd St W

How much is 8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA is $798,828 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $760,179 to $837,477. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA last sell?

8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA last sold on Oct 4, 1996 for $215,228, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA?

8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA has 4 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 2,552 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA built?

8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA?

8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA is assigned to Curtis Senior High School (high), rated A-; Sunset Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Drum Intermediate School (middle), rated A-. All sit in University Place School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98466?

Among the 7,996 homes in Tacoma 98466, it is worth more than 81% of them ($798,828 against a typical $647,606), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($313 against a typical $330), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,552 ft² against a typical 2,000 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1961 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 84% 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 8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8609 42nd St W, University Place, WA was $7,714. The county assessed it at $670,500.

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