Experience privacy and convenience in this meticulously maintained, single-level University Place sanctuary. This light-filled, freshly-painted home features vaulted ceilings and new skylights that capture the Pacific Northwest glow during all four seasons. The functional floor plan includes an updated kitchen with quartz counters and a breakfast bar, flowing into sun-drenched living spaces. Relax in a primary suite with a walk-in closet and private ensuite bathroom. Use the versatile second bedroom as a home office or an inviting guest room, which also has a walk-in closet. Your private backyard is a gardener's dream, bordering a lush greenbelt for seclusion. Enjoy two patios - one covered for year-round entertaining and an open terrace for warm mornings or sunny afternoons. Perfectly located near top shops and dining. Low-maintenance comfort meets park-like tranquility.
Pending - backup offer requested
Listed by: COMPASS • David Pannen
$474,000
5203 53rd Street W, University Place, WA 98467
2beds
1,408sqft
Condominium
Built in 2000
-- sqft lot
$478,100 Zestimate®
$337/sqft
$350/mo HOA
What's special
Sun-drenched living spacesPrivate backyardUpdated kitchenVersatile second bedroomInviting guest roomPrimary suiteWalk-in closet
- 16 days |
- 316 |
- 6 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Pannen,
COMPASS,
Alec Klasna,
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2546522
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Cooking - Electric Hookup, Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,408
- Total interior livable area: 1,408 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Individual Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric, Fireplace, French Doors, Insulated Windows, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Washer
Lot
- Size: 9,047 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Dead End Street, Paved
Details
- Parcel number: 9008690010
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Condo (1 Level)
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Cement/Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
- Sewer: Company: Pierce County Sewer Utility
- Water: Company: HOA
- Utilities for property: Comcast, Comcast
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulated Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Garden Space
- Subdivision: University Place
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Water
- HOA fee: $350 monthly
- HOA phone: 206-788-8132
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $337/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $423,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,381
- Date on market: 4/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 103 days
- Listing terms: FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$478,100
$454,000 - $502,000
$2,511/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/28/2026 | Pending sale | $474,000$337/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2546522 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $474,000+14.2%$337/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2546522 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2021 | Sold | $415,000-2.4%$295/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1784204 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2021 | Pending sale | $425,000$302/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1784204 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2021 | Listed for sale | $425,000$302/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1784204 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,064 +6.3% | $423,400 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $4,762 +6.6% | $393,700 -2.4% |
| 2022 | $4,468 +0.2% | $403,300 +14.1% |
| 2021 | $4,460 +37.3% | $353,400 +27.4% |
| 2019 | $3,248 -7.1% | $277,500 +15.1% |
| 2018 | $3,495 +6.8% | $241,000 +11.4% |
| 2017 | $3,273 +2.7% | $216,300 +14.3% |
| 2016 | $3,187 | $189,300 +6.2% |
| 2014 | $3,187 -8.5% | $178,200 +5.5% |
| 2013 | $3,482 | $168,900 -3.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $175,000 -25.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $235,000 +0.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $234,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98467
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Whittier Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Gray Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10Foss High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
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