Welcome to the heart of Ruston! This charming 2 bedroom 1 bath home is ideally situated on an oversized 8233 sq. ft. double lot over looking the city of Ruston & partial view of Commencement Bay. This gem is just moments from Point Defiance Park, Point Ruston waterfront, local restaurants, shopping and scenic waterfront trails. Built in 1956, this single level home offer 1296 sq. ft. of comfortable living space with a cozy fireplace, detached garage and endless possibilities to update, expand or simply enjoy as-is. The generous lot provides ample room for gardening, entertaining or future improvements. Whether you're searching for your first home, a downsizing opportunity or an investment in one of South Sound's most desirable neighborhoods, this property offers an exceptional combination of location, lifestyle and potential. Enjoy easy access to parks, beaches, the ferry and all the amenities that make Ruston such a sought after community. Recently updated: New 30 year roof, gutters, paint, siding, lighting and electrical panel.
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Listed by: Up Realty, Inc. • Stephanie Johnson
$599,950
5202 N Highland Street, Ruston, WA 98407
2beds
1,296sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
8,232 Square Feet Lot
$580,500 Zestimate®
$463/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceDetached garageSingle level home
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- 616 |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Stephanie Johnson,
Up Realty, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2548875
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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
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Baseboard, Forced Air, Electric, Pellet
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Pellet Stove, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,296
- Total interior livable area: 1,296 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City, Partial, See Remarks, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Sound
Lot
- Size: 8,232 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 125 x 65
- Features: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Dog Run, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 7356000390
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cement Planked, Wood Siding, Wood Products, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1956
- Major remodel year: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: City of Ruston
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Ruston
- Water: Public, Company: City of Ruston
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ruston
HOA
- HOA phone: 253-225-3804
Location
- Region: Ruston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $463/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $518,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,735
- Date on market: 7/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$580,500
$551,000 - $610,000
$2,220/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,950+241.7%$463/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2548875 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2014 | Sold | $175,566+150.8%$135/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/1997 | Sold | $70,000$54/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,735 +4.3% | $518,200 +6.8% |
| 2023 | $4,541 +3.3% | $485,200 -4.1% |
| 2022 | $4,395 +4.5% | $505,700 +19.3% |
| 2021 | $4,207 +34.5% | $423,900 +29.5% |
| 2019 | $3,127 -6.3% | $327,400 +8.4% |
| 2018 | $3,339 +14.6% | $301,900 +16.7% |
| 2017 | $2,915 +6.8% | $258,700 +32.9% |
| 2016 | $2,730 | $194,700 +5.5% |
| 2014 | $2,730 +9.9% | $184,600 +9.4% |
| 2013 | $2,483 | $168,800 +3.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $162,400 -16.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $193,500 -9.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $214,000 -9.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $237,200 -4.4% |
| 2008 | $2,478 +0% | $248,000 -2.9% |
| 2007 | $2,478 +21.9% | $255,300 +89.1% |
| 2002 | $2,033 +3.3% | $135,000 |
| 2001 | $1,968 | $135,000 +6.3% |
| 2000 | $1,968 | $127,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98407
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Point Defiance Elmentary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Truman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Dr. Dolores Silas High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Point Defiance
- Middle: Truman
- High: Silas High School
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- Pierce County
- Ruston
- 98407
- 5202 N Highland Street
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