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$698,319$217 / 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 94How 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 $148,000 on Oct 30, 1995

9709 79TH ST SW

TACOMA, WA 98498
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,221 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
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

$698K
$653K low$743K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$148,000 · Oct 30, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,704 (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.$561,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$229,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$332,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$569,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$561,100

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.1993
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.Yes
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.Shed · 1,346 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

H
Steilacoom High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Cherrydale Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.8 mi
M
Pioneer MIddle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.1 mi

District: Steilacoom Historical 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

9709 79th St 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 more than 80% of homes in Lakewood
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Pierce County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Pierce County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Lakewood
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Lakewood

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
$253K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 79% 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$698,319
CheaperTypical $548,057Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $312Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area3,221 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,764 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 9709 79th St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLakewoodLakewood 98498Pierce County
Estimated valuepricier than$698,31980% of homes79% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2175% of homes4% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than3,221 ft²90% of homes91% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac27% of homes27% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than197875% of homes71% of homes41% of homes

About 9709 79th St Sw

How much is 9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA is $698,319 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $653,389 to $743,250. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA last sell?

9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA last sold on Oct 30, 1995 for $148,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA?

9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,221 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA built?

9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA?

9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA is assigned to Steilacoom High School (high), rated A-; Cherrydale Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Pioneer MIddle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Steilacoom Historical School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA compare to other homes in Lakewood 98498?

Among the 9,434 homes in Lakewood 98498, it is worth more than 79% of them ($698,319 against a typical $548,057), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($217 against a typical $312), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,221 ft² against a typical 1,764 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1978 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Pierce County, it is worth more than 73% 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 9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9709 79th St Sw, Tacoma, WA was $5,704. The county assessed it at $561,100.

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