New Improved Price! Single-level living in Tacoma's historic Fern Hill neighborhood — one of the most affordable and commuter-friendly areas in the South End, with easy access to I-5 and Highway 512. Set on a large, fenced lot, this rambler features a modern kitchen with stone counter-tops, convenient LVP flooring, and a new electric panel with GFCI breakers and capacity to add power to the spacious outdoor storage sheds. A walk-in closet adds a nice touch to one of the bedrooms, and the long gated driveway provides ample off-street parking.
Pending
Listed by: Portico Real Estate • David K Marks
Price cut: $10.5K (7/15)
$374,500
8608 S Thompson Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98444
2beds
906sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
7,501 Square Feet Lot
$373,500 Zestimate®
$413/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ample off-street parkingModern kitchenSingle-level livingWalk-in closetSpacious outdoor storage shedsLong gated drivewayLarge fenced lot
- 26 days |
- 651 |
- 75 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
David K Marks,
Portico Real Estate,
Daniel L Sanchez,
Portico Real Estate
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2546259
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Insert
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl Plank
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 906
- Total interior livable area: 906 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
Lot
- Size: 7,501 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0320321038
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fern Hill
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $413/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $263,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,876
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 27 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,State Bond,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$373,500
$355,000 - $392,000
$2,343/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Pending sale | $374,500$413/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2546259 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2026 | Price change | $374,500-2.7%$413/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2546259 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $385,000+40%$425/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2546259 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2023 | Sold | $275,000-5.2%$304/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2144324 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2023 | Pending sale | $290,000$320/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2144324 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2023 | Price change | $290,000-7.9%$320/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2144324 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $315,000$348/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2144324 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2023 | Pending sale | $315,000$348/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2144324 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $315,000+142.3%$348/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NWM2144324 Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2007 | Sold | $130,000$143/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,599 +39.5% | $263,700 -10.9% |
| 2023 | $3,297 +5.9% | $295,800 -1.2% |
| 2022 | $3,113 +7.5% | $299,300 +18.7% |
| 2021 | $2,896 +33.1% | $252,100 +32.1% |
| 2019 | $2,175 +4.6% | $190,800 +14.3% |
| 2018 | $2,080 +14.2% | $167,000 +27.1% |
| 2017 | $1,821 +11.9% | $131,400 +31.7% |
| 2016 | $1,627 | $99,800 +6.9% |
| 2014 | $1,627 +20.6% | $93,400 +15.2% |
| 2013 | $1,350 | $81,100 +5.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $76,700 -22.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $98,500 -9.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $108,500 -17.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $131,000 -8.5% |
| 2008 | $1,753 | $143,100 -4.3% |
| 2007 | $1,753 +37.1% | $149,600 +100.5% |
| 2002 | $1,278 +16.9% | $74,600 |
| 2001 | $1,094 | $74,600 +19.7% |
| 2000 | $1,094 | $62,300 |
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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: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Mt Tahoma High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
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