Located in the highly desirable community of University Place, this mid-century 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath rambler offers comfortable living and an exceptional outdoor setting. Situated on an expansive 1/3-acre lot, the property is surrounded by mature landscaping featuring beautiful flowering shrubs, vibrant rose bushes, and established fruit trees that create a private garden-like atmosphere. Inside, the home is filled with natural light thanks to the large east-facing front windows, which welcome warm morning sunshine into the living spaces. The thoughtfully designed single-level floor plan offers both functionality and comfort, with spacious living areas ideal for everyday living and entertaining alike. The west-facing backyard serves as a peaceful retreat, framed by mature trees that provide privacy and shade throughout the day. A covered patio extends the living space outdoors, creating the perfect setting for quiet mornings with coffee, relaxing evenings watching the sunset, or year-round entertaining regardless of the weather. This property combines classic mid-century appeal with serene outdoor living. Conveniently located near local amenities, shopping, and State Route 16, this home offers easy access to destinations both north and south. Just minutes from the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and Interstate 5, commuting and travel throughout the region are both quick and convenient.
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Listed by: eXp Realty • Bernadette Schuster
Price cut: $7.6K (8/10)
$559,900
4202 79th Avenue W, Tacoma, WA 98466
4beds
1,272sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
0.3 Acres Lot
$559,500 Zestimate®
$440/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered patioEstablished fruit treesWest-facing backyardPeaceful retreatNatural lightBeautiful flowering shrubsVibrant rose bushes
- 93 days
- 719
- 31
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bernadette Schuster,
eXp Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2527774
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Water Heater: gas, Water Heater Location: garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,272
- Total interior livable area: 1,272 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached Garage, RV Parking
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 170 x 78
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Dead End Street, Paved, Cable TV, Dog Run, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 5450000240
- Zoning: UP
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: none
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding, Wood Products
- Foundation: Concrete Ribbon
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1967
- Major remodel year: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Pierce County Public Works and Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Pierce County Public Works and Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Pierce County Public Works and Utilities
- Utilities for property: Unknown, Unknown
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: University Place
Location
- Region: University Place
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $440/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $560,900
- Annual tax amount: $6,505
- Date on market: 5/27/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 95 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Estimated market value
$559,500
$532,000 - $587,000
$3,090/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/10/2026 | Price change | $559,900-1.3%$440/sqft |
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| 7/13/2026 | Price change | $567,500-1.7%$446/sqft |
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| 6/12/2026 | Price change | $577,500-1.3%$454/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $585,000+23%$460/sqft |
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| 2/26/2026 | Listing removed | $3,030$2/sqft |
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| 2/20/2026 | Price change | $3,030-1.6%$2/sqft |
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| 2/14/2026 | Price change | $3,080-1.6%$2/sqft |
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| 1/30/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,130+29.1%$2/sqft |
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| 2/28/2022 | Sold | $475,651+3.3%$374/sqft |
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| 3/5/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/24/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,425+1.3%$2/sqft |
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| 10/30/2020 | Sold | $460,260+23.9%$362/sqft |
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| 7/30/2020 | Sold | $371,467+10.9%$292/sqft |
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| 8/7/2019 | Listing removed | $2,395$2/sqft |
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| 7/23/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,395$2/sqft |
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| 3/12/2019 | Listing removed | $335,000$263/sqft |
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| 3/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $335,000+4.7%$263/sqft |
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| 3/6/2019 | Sold | $320,000-4.5%$252/sqft |
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| 2/12/2019 | Pending sale | $335,000$263/sqft |
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| 2/2/2019 | Price change | $335,000-4.3%$263/sqft |
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| 1/9/2019 | Price change | $350,000-2%$275/sqft |
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| 11/27/2018 | Price change | $357,000-2.2%$281/sqft |
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| 10/11/2018 | Price change | $364,950-2.6%$287/sqft |
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| 10/5/2018 | Listed for sale | $374,500+163.7%$294/sqft |
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| 6/29/2000 | Sold | $142,000+18.8%$112/sqft |
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| 5/11/1995 | Sold | $119,500$94/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,505 +8% | $560,900 +9.4% |
| 2024 | $6,020 -0.4% | $512,900 +1.3% |
| 2023 | $6,045 +3.2% | $506,500 -2.4% |
| 2022 | $5,858 +5.9% | $518,800 +18.9% |
| 2021 | $5,534 +39.4% | $436,300 +30.8% |
| 2019 | $3,969 -7.6% | $333,600 +10% |
| 2018 | $4,297 +10.3% | $303,400 +11.6% |
| 2017 | $3,895 +8.8% | $271,800 +24.6% |
| 2016 | $3,580 | $218,100 +7.3% |
| 2014 | $3,580 +12.7% | $203,200 +11.2% |
| 2013 | $3,178 | $182,800 +6.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $172,300 -15.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $203,000 -4.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $211,600 -8.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $231,600 -9.5% |
| 2008 | $3,528 | $255,800 -3.7% |
| 2007 | $3,528 +54.5% | $265,600 +97.3% |
| 2002 | $2,284 +8.4% | $134,600 -0.2% |
| 2001 | $2,108 | $134,900 +9.3% |
| 2000 | $2,108 | $123,400 |
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Neighborhood: 98466
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Narrows View Interme
- High: Curtis Bridge Pgm
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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