The yard is the star of the show here, and it does not disappoint. Situated on an oversized 11,119 sq ft corner lot in Tacoma's Fern Hill neighborhood, this 2-bed/1-bath home is built for the way Pacific Northwesterners actually live. The centerpiece of the outdoor space is a massive covered patio with dedicated grill space and a mini fridge — plenty of room to host, relax, and entertain all summer long. The fully fenced yard provides privacy and room to roam, while an automatic gate adds a layer of security and convenience rarely found at this price point. The home also features exterior-access loft storage for bonus organization space, plus a detached 1-car garage. Inside, the 872 sq ft layout punches above its weight with a recently renovated kitchen and updated bathroom, delivering a move-in ready feel with modern finishes. Single-story living, a low-maintenance footprint, and an outdoor setup that most homes twice the size can't match. Come summer, you'll never want to leave.
Pending
Listed by: Realty One Group Turn Key • TJ Tuttle
$420,000
402 96th Street S, Tacoma, WA 98444
2beds
872sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
0.26 Acres Lot
$425,700 Zestimate®
$482/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Recently renovated kitchenSingle-story livingUpdated bathroom
- 22 days |
- 357 |
- 49 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
TJ Tuttle,
Realty One Group Turn Key
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2541522
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl Plank
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 872
- Total interior livable area: 872 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Open Lot, Paved, Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Patio, Rooftop Deck
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3810000871
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Wood Siding, Wood Products, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Tacoma
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $482/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $297,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,794
- Date on market: 6/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 21 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$425,700
$404,000 - $447,000
$2,200/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/21/2026 | Pending sale | $420,000$482/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2541522 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $420,000+1.8%$482/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2541522 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2022 | Sold | $412,500+10%$473/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1885238 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2022 | Pending sale | $375,000$430/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1885238 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $375,000+21%$430/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1885238 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2020 | Sold | $310,000+8.4%$356/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1619057 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2020 | Pending sale | $285,900$328/sqft |
Source: Theory Real Estate #1619057 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2020 | Listed for sale | $285,900+217.7%$328/sqft |
Source: Theory Real Estate #1619057 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2020 | Sold | $90,000+9.8%$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2000 | Sold | $82,000$94/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #20036458 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,588 +8.3% | $297,900 +6.4% |
| 2023 | $3,314 -2.7% | $280,000 -7.1% |
| 2022 | $3,407 +3.8% | $301,500 +15.6% |
| 2021 | $3,284 +57.4% | $260,800 +52.2% |
| 2019 | $2,086 -5.5% | $171,400 +9.5% |
| 2018 | $2,207 +8.9% | $156,500 +24.7% |
| 2017 | $2,026 +14% | $125,500 +23.9% |
| 2016 | $1,777 | $101,300 +12.2% |
| 2014 | $1,777 +10.5% | $90,300 +9.7% |
| 2013 | $1,608 | $82,300 +4.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $78,700 -20.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $98,800 -17.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $119,200 -9.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $131,800 -9.8% |
| 2008 | $1,710 +0% | $146,200 -0.2% |
| 2007 | $1,710 +41.2% | $146,500 +92% |
| 2002 | $1,211 +12.3% | $76,300 |
| 2001 | $1,078 | $76,300 +10.4% |
| 2000 | $1,078 | $69,100 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98444
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10James Sales Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10Perry G Keithley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 5/10Washington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
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