429 Harvard Ave

Fircrest, WA 98466

$350,000
Price
4
Beds
2,016 Sq. Ft.
$174 / Sq. Ft.
2,016
Sq. Ft.
$174
per Sq. Ft.
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Listing provided courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/PSR Inc
Source: Northwest MLS

Description

Rare Fircrest fixer opportunity in a highly desirable residential neighborhood. Ideal for investors, builders, or buyers ready to take on a full renovation project with significant upside. Situated on an approximately 8,245 sq ft lot, this property offers the chance to reimagine, rebuild, or completely transform the existing structure in a community known for strong long-term home values. The 1953 home requires a full renovation and currently has no kitchen, making this a true project property. With...Rare Fircrest fixer opportunity in a highly desirable residential neighborhood. Ideal for investors, builders, or buyers ready to take on a full renovation project with significant upside. Situated on an approximately 8,245 sq ft lot, this property offers the chance to reimagine, rebuild, or completely transform the existing structure in a community known for strong long-term home values. The 1953 home requires a full renovation and currently has no kitchen, making this a true project property. With approximately 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, and ~1,800 sq ft plus a partially finished basement, every surface awaits renewal. A new roof has already been installed, providing a valuable head start for the next owner. Fireplace and attached garage provide a starting point for those ready to bring vision and a contractor. Located on a quiet street in the sought-after Fircrest community, close to parks, schools, local amenities, and convenient access to Tacoma and University Place. Opportunities like this are rare in Fircrest for those looking to create value through renovation or redevelopment. Use extreme caution when touring. Missing deck rails, exposed electrical, and incomplete interior spaces present safety hazards. Sold AS IS. Roof replaced, new gutters installed: September 2022 Chimney rebuilt: November 2025. Cash or renovation financing likely required. This listing allows overlapping appointments. Seller will stick to offer review date.
  1. Listed by Susan Camerer • Windermere Real Estate/PSR Inc

Property Details for 429 Harvard Avenue

Community Name
Regents Park
School District
Tacoma
Number of Assigned Spaces
1
Total Covered Parking
1
Offers Review Date
03-30-2026
Entry Date
03-25-2026
Energy Source
Electric
Sewer
Sewer Connected
LISTING UPDATED: 03/27/2026 01:12 PM

Property Details for 429 Harvard Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #2496348
Days on Market2
Cumulative Days on Market2
Taxes$4,559 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,250 SF
CountyPierce County
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Location

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Building Information for 429 Harvard Avenue

Stories-Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,250 SF

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Property Information for 429 Harvard Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Fenced-Fully
  • Area: 35 - University Place
  • Elementary School: Whittier
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wainwright Intermediate
  • High School: Foss
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway Parking, Garage-Attached, Off Street
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Features: Fireplace
  • Room and Floor: Entry Hall-Main, Family Room-Lower, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Utility Room-Main, Bathroom Full-Main, Bedroom-Main
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Room List: Entry Hall, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room, Bathroom Full, Bedroom
  • Number Of Showers: 1
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Metal/Vinyl, Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Security Features: Fully Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
  • Sewer Company: City of Fircrest
  • Water Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
  • Power Production Type: Electric
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • Construction Methods: Standard Frame
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Public Records
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1981
  • Photos Count: 31
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 7160005930
  • Calculated Square Footage: 2016
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 1824
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 192
  • Building Area Total: 2016.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 429 Harvard Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2496348

$350,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/25/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2496348

$350,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 429 Harvard Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$274,800Additions$210,800Total$485,600
Tax Record2025$4,559 ($380 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,008 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,008 SqFtStories1Lot Size8,250 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953Year Renovated1975ZoningR6CountyPIERCEAPN7160005930Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 429 Harvard Avenue

This home is within Tacoma School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Whittier Elementary School
Public - PK to 3
Wainwright Intermediate School
Public - 4 to 8
Foss High School
Public - 9 to 12
Community Based Transition Program
Public - 12
Rating
School
Distance
Whittier Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Wainwright Intermediate School
Public4 to 8

Foss High School
Public9 to 12

Community Based Transition Program
Public12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 429 Harvard Avenue, Fircrest, WA 98466

429 Harvard Avenue is a single family home for sale in Fircrest, WA 98466. This property was listed for sale on March 25, 2026 by Windermere Real Estate/PSR Inc, it's currently listed at $350,000. This listing's school district is Tacoma School District. Nearby schools include Whittier Elementary School, Wainwright Intermediate School and Foss High School. 429 Harvard Avenue is a 4-bed, 1-bath, 2,016 sqft single family home built in 1953.

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