Lorraine Gakin
Gateway Real Estate
(253) 300-1757
158 Total Sales
7 in South End
$388K - $525K Price Range
Listed by Keller Williams Rty Tacoma, Bought with FIRST AND MAIN
513 E 78th St Tacoma, WA 98404
South End NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $417,000 - $450,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,312
Sq Ft
$330/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Attached Garage
- Bathroom on Main Level
- No HOA
- Home Security System
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
About This Home
As of February 2026Quite a bit packed into this two-story home on a quiet street. Huge back yard, fully fenced with separate long dog run that runs the entire depth from front to back. Yard is flat with large deck and cutout, ready for a future hot tub. Inside are newer floors. Living room with room for most furniture. Small family room with a wall of built-ins and door to the back deck. kitchen with eating space and a view to backyard. All the bedrooms up plus a full bath. Technically there are four bedrooms so you can have this configured as three bedrooms and office or use fourth bedroom as intended. The home needs some updating so bring your ideas. The property located very near lots of amenities and a 2 minute walk to Charlotte's Blueberry Park.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Rty Tacoma License #2371 Listed on: 11/14/2025
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: 2454232
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,061
Year Built
- Built in 1971
Lot Details
- 5,100 Sq Ft Lot
- Dog Run
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- Attached Garage
Home Design
- Poured Concrete
- Composition Roof
- Cement Board or Planked
Interior Spaces
- 1,312 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- Baseboard Heating
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Fern Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Down Payment Assistance Available
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Assessor Parcel Number 6664030140
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 14, 2025
Closed on
Feb 21, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Kollar
Keller Williams Rty Tacoma
Buyer's Agent
Ryan McGhie
FIRST AND MAIN
List Price
$419,900
Sold Price
$419,900
Views
136
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$13,497
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.46%
Original Mortgage
$407,303
Outstanding Balance
$405,687
Interest Rate
6.06%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$27,710
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 1, 2021
Closed on
Aug 17, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jodi Haili
Fathom Realty WA LLC
Buyer's Agent
Cara Harris
Better Properties Solutions
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-3.6%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.53%
Original Mortgage
$356,250
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 21, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,527
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 22, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$241,000
Interest Rate
7.86%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in South End, WA
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Lorraine Gakin
-
Stephanie Herrmann
Stephanie Herrmann
Better Properties Soundview
(253) 499-7078
179 Total Sales
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-
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Eamonn Noonan
Eamonn Noonan
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(206) 210-2167
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Paige Schulte
Paige Schulte
Neighborhood Experts Real Est.
(253) 313-1098
593 Total Sales
2 in South End
$410K - $540K Price Range
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DJ Reed
DJ Reed
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty
(253) 336-7366
39 Total Sales
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$405K - $510K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $419,900 | Chicago Title | ||
| $375,000 | Chicago Title Company Of Wa | ||
| $137,055 | Ticor | ||
| $241,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $407,303 | ||
| Previous Owner | $356,250 | ||
| Previous Owner | $133,527 | ||
| Previous Owner | $241,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 02/26/26 | Sold | $419,900 | 0.0% | $320 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/07/2026 02/07/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/05/2026 01/05/26 | For Sale | $419,900 | 0.0% | $320 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/31/2025 12/31/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/23/2025 12/23/25 | Price Changed | $419,900 | -1.6% | $320 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/02/2025 12/02/25 | Price Changed | $426,900 | -1.7% | $325 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/14/2025 11/14/25 | For Sale | $434,500 | +15.9% | $331 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/19/2021 08/19/21 | Sold | $375,000 | +1.4% | $286 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/14/2021 07/14/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/14/2021 07/14/21 | Price Changed | $370,000 | -4.9% | $282 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/01/2021 07/01/21 | For Sale | $389,000 | -- | $296 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,061 | $394,400 | $182,800 | $211,600 |
| 2024 | $3,883 | $372,800 | $176,100 | $196,700 |
| 2023 | $3,883 | $348,500 | $167,700 | $180,800 |
| 2022 | $3,609 | $371,400 | $155,800 | $215,600 |
| 2021 | $3,319 | $263,800 | $99,300 | $164,500 |
| 2019 | $2,793 | $237,700 | $82,000 | $155,700 |
| 2018 | $2,898 | $214,700 | $66,400 | $148,300 |
| 2017 | $2,594 | $183,300 | $52,800 | $130,500 |
| 2016 | $2,243 | $138,800 | $39,500 | $99,300 |
| 2014 | $1,908 | $128,900 | $37,300 | $91,600 |
| 2013 | $1,908 | $113,400 | $32,800 | $80,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Michael Kollar
Seller's Agent in 2026
Michael Kollar
Keller Williams Rty Tacoma
(253) 640-8548
1 in this area
42 Total Sales
-
Ryan McGhie
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Ryan McGhie
FIRST AND MAIN
(408) 250-6063
1 in this area
44 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2021
Jodi Haili
Fathom Realty WA LLC
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Cara Harris
Better Properties Solutions
Map
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: 2454232
APN: 666403-0140
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