Welcome home to Fern Hill — one of Tacoma's most beloved neighborhoods. This stunning, fully remodeled 5-bedroom, 2.75-bath residence has been thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, blending modern finishes with the kind of warmth and space that you truly need. The show stopping new kitchen is the soul of this home, designed for the moments that matter most, from slow Sunday breakfasts to lively holiday gatherings and every after-school snack in between. Brand-new flooring flows seamlessly through every room, and fresh paint breathes light and life into each space, creating an atmosphere that feels brand new from the moment you step inside. Five spacious bedrooms, a dedicated family room, and a flexible layout mean there's room for everyone — the home office, the guest suite — this home rises to meet the need. And the ADU potential is the crown jewel: a rare opportunity to create a private space for extended living or generate rental income that works for you where you live. Newer roof, new floors, new paint — the big investments are already done. This is not just a house. It is a place where you can put down roots, writes its story, and builds something lasting. Schedule your tour today — homes like this don't wait.
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Listed by: Terrafin • Tania Lopez
Price cut: $10K (7/10)
$585,000
8418 S Thompson Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98444
5beds
2,624sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
6,198 Square Feet Lot
$583,200 Zestimate®
$223/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Show stopping new kitchenDedicated family roomFlexible layoutFive spacious bedroomsNewer roofNew paintNew floors
- 45 days |
- 536 |
- 62 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tania Lopez,
Terrafin
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2534727
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s)
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,624
- Total interior livable area: 2,624 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dining Room
Lot
- Size: 6,198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 63' x 99' x 64' x 100'
- Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Fully, RV Parking
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 0320321006
- Zoning: TAC
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Products
- Foundation: Tie Down
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1962
- Major remodel year: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: TPU
- Sewer: Available, Sewer Connected, Company: TPU
- Water: Public, Company: TPU
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fern Hill
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $223/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $419,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,477
- Date on market: 6/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 46 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Estimated market value
$583,200
$554,000 - $612,000
$3,181/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Price change | $585,000-1.7%$223/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2534727 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $595,000+56.6%$227/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2534727 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Sold | $380,000+8.6%$145/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2476353 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2026 | Pending sale | $349,900$133/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2476353 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,900+92.3%$133/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2476353 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2005 | Sold | $182,000+70%$69/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/1995 | Sold | $107,032$41/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,565 +5.8% | $419,200 +8.2% |
| 2023 | $4,314 +4.2% | $387,300 -2.8% |
| 2022 | $4,141 +7.5% | $398,600 +18.7% |
| 2021 | $3,852 +25.5% | $335,700 +28.7% |
| 2019 | $3,069 -5% | $260,800 +10.5% |
| 2018 | $3,231 +13.7% | $236,000 +15.5% |
| 2017 | $2,840 +12.5% | $204,400 +31.4% |
| 2016 | $2,524 | $155,500 +7.2% |
| 2014 | $2,524 +23.7% | $145,100 +15.6% |
| 2013 | $2,041 | $125,500 +8% |
| 2012 | -- | $116,200 -20.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $145,800 -5.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $154,900 -14.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $180,400 -6.3% |
| 2008 | $2,379 | $192,600 -5.2% |
| 2007 | $2,379 +20.4% | $203,200 +76.5% |
| 2002 | $1,975 +7.5% | $115,100 -0.2% |
| 2001 | $1,837 | $115,300 +10.1% |
| 2000 | $1,837 | $104,700 |
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Neighborhood: South End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Fern Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10Baker Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Mt Tahoma High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fern Hill
- Middle: Baker
- High: Mt Tahoma
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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