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$680,000$345 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $646,000 on Sep 11, 2026

949 S RIDGEWOOD AVE

TACOMA, WA 98405
5
Beds
2.8
Baths
1,972 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$680K
$592K low$768K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$646,000 · Sep 11, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,645 (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.$330,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$211,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$119,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$426,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$330,300

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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.Baseboard
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 · 144 ft²Patio · 144 ft²Porch · 50 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Bryant Montessori SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Jason Lee Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Stadium High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 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

949 S Ridgewood 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Hilltop
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Hilltop
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Tacoma 98405
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Pierce County
  • Older than 91% 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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$228K$663K

This home is worth more than 98% 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$680,000
CheaperTypical $444,346Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$345
CheaperTypical $321Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,972 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,448 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1927Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 949 S Ridgewood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHilltopTacoma 98405Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$680,000almost all homes98% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34578% of homes63% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,972 ft²80% of homes82% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac40% of homes33% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than192556% of homes47% of homes9% of homes

About 949 S Ridgewood Ave

How much is 949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA is $680,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $591,711 to $768,289. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA last sell?

949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA last sold on Sep 11, 2026 for $646,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA?

949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA has 5 bedrooms, 2.8 bathrooms, 1,972 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA built?

949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA?

949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA is assigned to Bryant Montessori School (elementary), rated C; Jason Lee Middle School (middle), rated D+; Stadium High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Tacoma Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA compare to other homes in Tacoma 98405?

Among the 7,129 homes in Tacoma 98405, it is worth more than 98% of them ($680,000 against a typical $444,346), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($345 against a typical $321), it is bigger than 82% of them (1,972 ft² against a typical 1,448 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1925 against a typical 1927). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 75% 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 949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 949 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA was $4,645. The county assessed it at $330,300.

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