Sold146d on marketHistoric · 100 yrs

5302 N 42nd Street

Tacoma, WA, 98407 • West End • Pierce County

$550,000

$622/sqft

2Beds

1Baths

884Sqft

0.15 acLot

1926Built

Property DNA

6 highlights

Character Home

Built 1926 · 100 years of history

Tacoma

West End

Outdoor Living

Fireplace · Water Heater

1 Fireplace

See Remarks · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace

1-Car Garage

Driveway · Detached Garage

Hardwood Floors

Quality flooring throughout

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146 days on market

Established listing

$622/sqft

Price per square foot

Selling Soon Prediction

High

This home ranks in the top 12% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.

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About this home

Single Family · Built 1926 · Historic

Nestled in the heart of North Tacoma, this storybook home is brimming with charm and thoughtful detail. Impeccably remodeled, it features a light and bright kitchen that opens to a cozy custom dining nook—perfect for morning coffee or intimate dinners. A beautifully updated bathroom and modern touches throughout blend comfort with timeless style. The fully fenced, oversized lot is a gardener’s dream with lush blooms, pathways, and inviting outdoor spaces. With a detached garage, new roof, and enchanting curb appeal, this 2-bed, 1-bath gem offers the ideal mix of character and convenience. Mortgage savings may be available for buyers of this listing.

Standout features identified

Our analysis highlights modern touches, light and bright kitchen, and detached garage as key attractions of this home.

Estimated monthly payment

Based on current rates

$3,424/month

Principal & Interest$2,691

Property Tax$550

Insurance$183

Down payment20% ($110,000)

3%50%

Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $440,000 loan

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At a glance

Key facts and listing details

TypeSingle Family Residence

Year Built1926

HeatingFireplace, Baseboard, Electric

CoolingNone

Parking1 Garage space

Lot6,359 sqft

Offer Review Date2025-10-16

Property

Home typeSingle Family

Sub-typeSingle Family Residence

Year built1926

Stories1

Systems

HeatingFireplace, Baseboard, Electric

CoolingNone

RoofComposition

ConstructionWood Siding

Water / SewerPublic, Company: Tacoma Public Utilities / Sewer Connected, Company: Tacoma Public Utilities

Parking & Outdoor

ParkingDriveway, Detached Garage

Garage1 spaces

Fireplaces1

Lot6,359 sqft

Location & Tax

NeighborhoodWest End

Annual tax$5,027

Parcel7135000010

Features & details

10 categories of property features

Interior Features

Appliances

Dishwasher(s)

Dryer(s)

Microwave(s)

Refrigerator(s)

Stove(s)/Range(s)

Washer(s)

Water Heater: Tank

Water Heater Location: 2nd Bedroom closet

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Fireplace

Baseboard

Electric

Cooling

None

Fireplace

See Remarks

Main Level: 1

Fireplace

Exterior Features

Parking

Driveway

Detached Garage

Construction

Wood Siding

Patio & Porch

Fireplace

Water Heater

Lot Features

Corner Lot

Deck

Fenced-Fully

Patio

Utilities

Xfinity

Room details

7 rooms detailed

Master Bedroom

Main

Bedroom

Main

Bathroom Three Quarter

Main

Entry Hall

Main

Kitchen With Eating Space

Main

Living Room

Main

Listing insights

Market data and value estimates

StatusSold

Days on market146

Est. value$550,200

Est. rent$2,358/mo

Tax rate0.88%

Price/sqft$622

On marketDec 10, 2025

PostedOct 9, 2025

Last sold$550,000

MLS statusSold

MLS updatedDec 13, 2025

Tour days6

How are the schools in Tacoma?

3 schools rated nearby

Point Defiance Elmentary School

Elementary • Public • K-5

0.5 mi

Truman Middle School

Middle • Public • 6-8

0.5 mi

Dr. Dolores Silas High School

High • Public • 9-12

1.8 mi

Location

Tacoma, WA, 98407

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Price history

16 events

DateEventPrice$/sqftSource

Nov 12, 2025Sold$550,000$622NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Oct 13, 2025Pending Sale$499,950$566NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Oct 9, 2025Listed For Sale$499,950$566NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Jun 22, 2020Sold$372,500$421NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

May 18, 2020Pending Sale$349,950$396Windermere Professional Partners

May 14, 2020Listed For Sale$349,950$396Windermere Professional Partners

Aug 3, 2017Sold$295,000$334NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Jun 13, 2017Pending Sale$289,000$327RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS

Jun 6, 2017Listed For Sale$289,000$327RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS

May 29, 2009Sold$221,500$251Public Record

Apr 14, 2009Price Change$225,000$255Coldwell Banker Bain

Apr 9, 2009Price Change$230,000$260Coldwell Banker Bain

Apr 4, 2009Listed For Sale$235,000$266Coldwell Banker Bain

Jun 7, 2004Sold$170,000$192Public Record

Jul 29, 2002Sold$136,000$154Public Record

Apr 12, 2002Sold$85,000$96Public Record

Sold$550,000

Nov 12, 2025•$622/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Pending Sale$499,950

Oct 13, 2025•$566/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Listed For Sale$499,950

Oct 9, 2025•$566/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Sold$372,500

Jun 22, 2020•$421/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Pending Sale$349,950

May 18, 2020•$396/sqft•Windermere Professional Partners

Listed For Sale$349,950

May 14, 2020•$396/sqft•Windermere Professional Partners

Sold$295,000

Aug 3, 2017•$334/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Pending Sale$289,000

Jun 13, 2017•$327/sqft•RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS

Listed For Sale$289,000

Jun 6, 2017•$327/sqft•RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS

Sold$221,500

May 29, 2009•$251/sqft•Public Record

Price Change$225,000

Apr 14, 2009•$255/sqft•Coldwell Banker Bain

Price Change$230,000

Apr 9, 2009•$260/sqft•Coldwell Banker Bain

Listed For Sale$235,000

Apr 4, 2009•$266/sqft•Coldwell Banker Bain

Sold$170,000

Jun 7, 2004•$192/sqft•Public Record

Sold$136,000

Jul 29, 2002•$154/sqft•Public Record

Sold$85,000

Apr 12, 2002•$96/sqft•Public Record

Tax history

19 years of records

YearTax paidAssessed value

Apr 8, 2024$5,027$461,700

Apr 8, 2023$4,601$413,200

Apr 8, 2022$4,545$437,600

Apr 8, 2021$4,154$362,100

Apr 8, 2019$3,633$279,500

Apr 8, 2018$3,371$279,500

Apr 8, 2017$2,863$213,300

Apr 8, 2016$2,545$152,200

Apr 8, 2014$2,545$146,300

Apr 8, 2013$2,166$126,700

Apr 8, 2012—$123,300

Apr 8, 2011—$145,800

Apr 8, 2010—$160,300

Apr 8, 2009—$170,600

Apr 8, 2008$2,162$184,000

Apr 8, 2007$2,162$184,600

Apr 8, 2002$1,603$92,300

Apr 8, 2001$1,511$93,600

Apr 8, 2000$1,511$86,100

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Neighborhood details

Local context around this listing

Tacoma, WA • Pierce County

Nearby neighborhoods

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Est. value$550,200

Est. rent$2,358/mo

30yr rate est.6.18%

Affordability$3,261/mo

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