Listed by Best Choice Realty LLC, Bought with Keller Williams Realty PS
$502,500
SOLD APR 29, 2025

5122 N Shirley St Ruston, WA 98407

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,496 Sq Ft
6,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$336 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • No HOA
  • 4 Car Detached Garage
  • Mountain View
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • 1-minute walk to Rust Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

Location, Location, Location!Experience the vibrant lifestyle of Ruston—morning coffee walks along the waterfront, weekend dining at Point Ruston, and sunset strolls by the bay. This is more than a home—it’s a daily getaway just steps from parks, shops, and restaurants.Inside, enjoy a light-filled living room to relax, with updated floors, a remodeled bathroom, and granite countertops that add both style and function. Catch peek-a-boo views of Mount Rainier and the bay that remind you just how close you are to the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.Thoughtful updates include modernized plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roof, +unfinished basement. The spacious lot offers room to garden, play, park an RV, or host unforgettable backyard gatherings.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alla Gleanco

Best Choice Realty LLC License #130420 Listed on: 03/24/2025

Best Choice Realty LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Nimrata Nand

Keller Williams Realty PS License #22013128

Keller Williams Realty PS

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2348256

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $421

Year Built

  • Built in 1921

Lot Details

  • 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 4 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,496 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Storm Windows
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Point Defiance Elementary School
  • Truman Middle School
  • Silas High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ruston Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$421

Year Built

Built in 1921

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
  • Year Built: 1921
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 2296
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: true
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2348256?w=Consumer&agent=114759
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 42

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Laminate, Walk-In Pantry, Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1496
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1496
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 800
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 2
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), See Remarks, Territorial
  • Lot Features: Paved, Sidewalk
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Metal/Vinyl
  • Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Block, Poured Concrete
  • Structure Type: House

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Partially Fenced
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: PSE
  • SewerCompany: City of Ruston
  • WaterCompany: TPU
  • WaterHeaterLocation: basement
  • WaterHeaterType: gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Tacoma
  • High School: Silas High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Truman

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4655000480
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1377
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6000
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Fenced-Partially,RV Parking,Sprinkler System
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Realist
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Realist

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 421.25

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Point Defiance

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2025
Closed on
Apr 27, 2025
Sold by
Hight Kenneth E
Bought by
Shirley Residential Llc
Seller's Agent
Alla Gleanco
Best Choice Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Nimrata Nand
Keller Williams Realty PS
List Price
$535,000
Sold Price
$502,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,500
-6.07%
Views
32

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.09%
Original Mortgage
$339,500
Outstanding Balance
$339,500
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$170,451

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2008
Sold by
Hight James F
Bought by
Hight Kenneth E
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $502,500 Fidelity National Title
Personal Reps Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $339,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $40,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/29/2025 04/29/25 Sold $502,500 +0.5% $336 / Sq Ft
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2025 04/03/25 Price Changed $499,999 -4.8% $334 / Sq Ft
04/03/2025 04/03/25 Price Changed $525,000 -1.9% $351 / Sq Ft
03/24/2025 03/24/25 For Sale $535,000 -- $358 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $425 $504,400 $300,800 $203,600
2023 $425 $472,100 $260,900 $211,200
2022 $449 $472,000 $274,800 $197,200
2021 $3,642 $334,900 $175,000 $159,900
2019 $507 $304,700 $147,700 $157,000
2018 $543 $283,500 $133,200 $150,300
2017 $522 $246,100 $100,200 $145,900
2016 $500 $186,300 $75,700 $110,600
2014 $229 $175,700 $72,800 $102,900
2013 $229 $161,300 $65,200 $96,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Alla Gleanco

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Alla Gleanco

    Best Choice Realty Brokerage

    (206) 229-6533

    1 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Alla Gleanco
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  • Nimrata Nand

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Nimrata Nand

    Keller Williams Realty PS

    (253) 335-4082

    1 in this area

    34 Total Sales

    Nimrata Nand
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  • Christopher John

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Christopher John

    Keller Williams Realty PS

    (253) 508-3806

    1 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Christopher John
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2348256

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 465500-0480

Washington Pierce County Ruston 98407

5122 N Shirley St, Ruston, WA

This home is located at 5122 N Shirley St, Ruston, WA 98407 and is currently priced at $502,500, approximately $335 per square foot. This property was built in 1921. 5122 N Shirley St is a home located in Pierce County with nearby schools including Point Defiance Elementary School, Truman Middle School, and Dr. Dolores Silas High School.

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