Opportunity knocks in the heart of Fircrest! This well-maintained home—lovingly owned by just two owners—offers timeless charm and everyday functionality. Step inside to find flexible layout that adapts to your lifestyle. The partially finished basement adds a bonus room, ¾ bath, and generous storage—ideal for guests, hobbies, or a home office. Nestled on an expansive lot, there’s space to personalize and grow. Located in one of Fircrest’s most beloved neighborhoods, this home is ready for its next chapter. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!
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Listed by: Designed Realty • Makayla Willms
Bought with: Skyline Properties, Inc.
$625,000
511 Buena Vista Avenue, Fircrest, WA 98466
3beds
2,600sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
7,501 Square Feet Lot
$611,600 Zestimate®
$240/sqft
$2,871 Estimated rent
Home value
$611,600
$569,000 - $654,000
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Partially finished basementBonus roomFlexible layoutGenerous storageExpansive lot
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Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: May 26
Listed by:
Makayla Willms,
Designed Realty
Bought with:
Carrie Watt, 21000217
Skyline Properties, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2378944
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,600
- Total interior livable area: 2,600 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 7,501 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Sidewalk, Gas Available, Sprinkler System
- Residential vegetation: Brush
Details
- Parcel number: 7160202362
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1952
- Major remodel year: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Available
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fircrest
Location
- Region: Fircrest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $240/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $515,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,840
- Offers reviewed: 05/26/2025
- Date on market: 7/15/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 372 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2025 | Sold | $625,000+4.2%$240/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2378944 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2025 | Pending sale | $600,000$231/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2378944 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $600,000+157.5%$231/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2378944 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2011 | Sold | $233,000$90/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #125303 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,840 -1.6% | $515,600 0% |
| 2023 | $4,919 +3.6% | $515,700 -0.2% |
| 2022 | $4,748 +4.6% | $516,700 +19% |
| 2021 | $4,537 +36.8% | $434,300 +27.2% |
| 2019 | $3,316 -8.4% | $341,400 +10.9% |
| 2018 | $3,619 +9.4% | $307,800 +13.1% |
| 2017 | $3,309 +8.1% | $272,200 +25.6% |
| 2016 | $3,061 | $216,800 +4.7% |
| 2014 | $3,061 +10.2% | $207,000 +12.6% |
| 2013 | $2,778 | $183,900 +3.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $178,000 -11.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $201,500 -8.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $220,800 -9.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $244,700 -10.9% |
| 2008 | $2,912 +0% | $274,700 -3.1% |
| 2007 | $2,912 +18.1% | $283,600 +80.6% |
| 2002 | $2,466 +6.9% | $157,000 |
| 2001 | $2,307 | $157,000 +10.4% |
| 2000 | $2,307 | $142,200 |
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Neighborhood: 98466
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Whittier Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Wainwright Intermediate SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Foss High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Whittier
- Middle: Wainwright Intermediate
- High: Foss
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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- Washington
- Pierce County
- Fircrest
- 98466
- 511 Buena Vista Avenue
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