OFF MARKET

Listed by Kathleen Gendron • Berkshire Hathaway HS NW. Bought with KCI Properties.

Off market feb 2018 for $685K

$1,040,888

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,563/mo

•

3,242

sq ft

5520 Varco Rd NE, Tacoma, WA 98422

About this home

Rare opportunity to own this stunning custom built NW Contemporary home w/180' views of Puget Sound & Olympic Mtns. Very private 1/2 acre lot w/terraced gardens. Vaulted wood beam ceilings & windows with those views make it seem like your in a world all your own. Floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors, white oak cabinetry, heat pump, security system and possible MIL are just extra in this beautifully built one owner home. Large deck & patio with views. Oversized 2 car garage.

Single-familyProperty Type

1969Year Built

0.55 acresLot Size

$321Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Kathleen Gendron • Berkshire Hathaway HS NW

Bought with Christian Trandum • KCI Properties

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•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1225781

Redfin Estimate

$1,040,888

$356K since sold in February 2018$21K since September

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 9.3% higher than the average sale price ($952K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$875,000
A
4 beds3 baths3,634 sq ft
6312 Agnes Rd NE, Tacoma, WA 98422
SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$937,500
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,919 sq ft
8424 East Side Dr NE, Tacoma, WA 98422
SOLD JAN 23, 2026
$1,000,000
C
4 beds3 baths3,029 sq ft
5569 Frances Ave NE, Tacoma, WA 98422
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$980,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths3,628 sq ft
5714 Sealawn Ave NE, Tacoma, WA 98422
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,390,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,442 sq ft
5498 Hyada Blvd NE, Tacoma, WA 98422
SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$530,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths1,976 sq ft
1702 Browns Point Blvd, Tacoma, WA 98422

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Market trends in 98422, WA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.4%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$600K

$50K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

7 days MoM

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6 MoM

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Sale history for 5520 Varco Rd NE

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,658 (+6.3%)

$395,700 + $502,900

$898,600

2025

$10,021 (+3.5%)

$395,700 + $502,900

$898,600

2024

$9,680 (+6.4%)

$356,900 + $503,900

$860,800

2023

$9,099 (+6.2%)

$356,900 + $456,300

$813,200

2022

$8,572 (+6.5%)

$386,300 + $417,900

$804,200

2021

$8,047 (−2.4%)

$331,700 + $368,000

$699,700

2020

$8,242 (+14.1%)

$258,200 + $342,100

$600,300

2019

$7,223 (−7.9%)

$236,900 + $336,100

$573,000

2018

$7,841 (+6.0%)

$206,100 + $281,100

$487,200

2017

$7,395 (+5.4%)

$206,100 + $281,100

$487,200

2016

$7,014 (+9.6%)

$174,200 + $277,600

$451,800

2015

$6,399 (+10.4%)

$155,300 + $261,100

$416,400

2014

$5,794 (−2.6%)

$139,400 + $224,200

$363,600

2013

$5,951 (+1.4%)

$124,400 + $207,800

$332,200

2012

$5,867 (+1.1%)

$122,500 + $211,800

$334,300

2011

$5,801 (+10.5%)

$144,600 + $222,900

$367,500

2010

$5,248 (−7.2%)

$173,600 + $221,600

$395,200

2009

$5,654

$204,300 + $235,100

$439,400

Tax history for 5520 Varco Rd NE

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,658 (+6.3%)

$395,700 + $502,900

$898,600

2025

$10,021 (+3.5%)

$395,700 + $502,900

$898,600

2024

$9,680 (+6.4%)

$356,900 + $503,900

$860,800

2023

$9,099 (+6.2%)

$356,900 + $456,300

$813,200

2022

$8,572 (+6.5%)

$386,300 + $417,900

$804,200

2021

$8,047 (−2.4%)

$331,700 + $368,000

$699,700

2020

$8,242 (+14.1%)

$258,200 + $342,100

$600,300

2019

$7,223 (−7.9%)

$236,900 + $336,100

$573,000

2018

$7,841 (+6.0%)

$206,100 + $281,100

$487,200

2017

$7,395 (+5.4%)

$206,100 + $281,100

$487,200

2016

$7,014 (+9.6%)

$174,200 + $277,600

$451,800

2015

$6,399 (+10.4%)

$155,300 + $261,100

$416,400

2014

$5,794 (−2.6%)

$139,400 + $224,200

$363,600

2013

$5,951 (+1.4%)

$124,400 + $207,800

$332,200

2012

$5,867 (+1.1%)

$122,500 + $211,800

$334,300

2011

$5,801 (+10.5%)

$144,600 + $222,900

$367,500

2010

$5,248 (−7.2%)

$173,600 + $221,600

$395,200

2009

$5,654

$204,300 + $235,100

$439,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.55 Acres

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

2,714

Year built

1969

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Pierce County

APN

0321163155

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.

Single Family Zone

The Single-Family (SF) classification covers geographic areas located within urban growth areas but that fall outside of an Employment Center, Urban Center, or Urban District. The primary use of the classification is low- and moderate-density, single-family residential activities and compatible civic uses in areas with a predominantly detached single-family development pattern.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Beds Upper: 1
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
Bedrooms Possible: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 2
# of Full Baths (Lower): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Upper): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Upper

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Lower

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Rec Room
Room Level: Lower

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 14 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: Daylight, Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 1
# of Fireplaces Lower: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling

Interior Features
Interior Features: Heat Pump, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Wet Bar, Built-In Vacuum, Dining Room, French Doors, Loft, Security System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Cedar Shake

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 3,242
Style Code: 17 - 1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Very Good
Has View

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,High Speed Internet,Patio,RV Parking
Zoning Jurisdiction: City
Lot Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.5465
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,396
Tax Year: 2017

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, FHA, Private Financing Available, VA Loan
Buyer Financing: Cash

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: City of Tacoma
Power Company: City of Tacoma
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Septic System, Electric
Water Heater Location: basement
Water Heater Type: electric

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
Elementary School: Browns Point
Middle Or Junior High School: Meeker
High School: Stadium
High School District: Tacoma

Location Information
Directions: From Tacoma, take Marine View Dr. towards Browns Point, turn rt on Slayden Rd, left on Varco Rd., home is at end of road. From Federal Way, take Northshore Pkwy, turns to Slayden, rt on Varco Rd.
Topography: PartialSlope,Terraces

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Community Features: Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,714
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Pierce County
APN: 0321163155

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Wednesday, December 13, 2017

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric

Home Information
Living Area: 3,242
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 3242
MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
Building Area Total: 3242
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Year Built Effective: 1999
Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
Structure Type: House
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Browns Point Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Meeker Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi

5/10

Stadium High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 87° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

8 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Tacoma, WA • 98422

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in June and 1.7 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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1.7 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$989,000 – $1.20M

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Home values near 5520 Varco Rd NE

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5404 Varco Rd NE, Tacoma, WA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 5424 Sq. Ft.	$1,658,080
5506 Varco Rd NE, Tacoma, WA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2868 Sq. Ft.	$840,203

Address	Redfin Estimate
5412 Varco Rd NE, Tacoma, WA 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4071 Sq. Ft.	$1,545,744
5324 Varco Rd NE, Tacoma, WA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3200 Sq. Ft.	$1,092,029

Address	Redfin Estimate
5420 Varco Rd NE, Tacoma, WA 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2192 Sq. Ft.	$1,163,943
7330 East Side Dr NE, Tacoma, WA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 3500 Sq. Ft.	$1,793,057

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