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Fern Hill Larchmont P.L.U. (PLU) South End

TACOMA, WA 98444

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Pierce County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 98444

Fern Hill · Larchmont · P.L.U. (PLU) · South End

Market Analysis

Data as of April 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The TACOMA, WA real estate market (98444) currently shows 73 active listings, with 35 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 28 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.8% year-over-year, from $491,113 to $462,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 35,366  ·  Density: 1,965.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $60,855

Typical home value: $322,214  ·  Homeownership: 44.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
73
⇧ 17.7% vs 62 last year
Pending
35
48% pending ratio
Median Price
$462,500
⇩ 5.8% vs $491,113 last year
Average Price
$505,020
⇩ 8.6% vs $552,755 last year
Days on Market
52
⇧ 85.7% vs 28 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$319
⇩ 1.8% vs $325/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,459 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 73 this year vs 62 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 28 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $462,500 (-5.8% YoY)
  • Average: $505,020 (-8.6% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 9.3 miles — 820 listings ($529,009,547 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98444Tacoma, WA 984440.0 mi70$34,075,930$457,500$486,799
98499Lakewood, WA 984992.9 mi54$42,454,044$536,238$786,186
98446Tacoma, WA 984463.8 mi62$42,145,802$665,900$679,771
98409Tacoma, WA 984094.3 mi54$28,365,390$399,962$525,285
98443Tacoma, WA 984435.0 mi13$11,970,608$850,000$920,816
98467University Place, WA 984675.7 mi32$22,083,520$701,246$690,110
98405Tacoma, WA 984056.6 mi63$30,879,135$470,500$490,145
98375Puyallup, WA 983756.8 mi111$64,983,618$587,463$585,438
98371Puyallup, WA 983716.8 mi80$56,146,800$687,500$701,835
98424Fife, WA 984247.3 mi18$16,756,956$625,000$930,942
98403Tacoma, WA 984037.9 mi22$17,089,006$668,725$776,773
98374Puyallup, WA 983749.0 mi197$129,984,146$628,738$659,818
98372Puyallup, WA 983729.3 mi44$32,074,592$703,611$728,968

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in TACOMA, WA 98444?

As of April 2026, there are 73 active listings in TACOMA, WA (zip code 98444), compared to 62 the prior year.

What is the median home price in TACOMA, WA 98444?

The median listing price in TACOMA, WA 98444 is $462,500 as of April 2026, a 5.8% decrease from $491,113 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in TACOMA, WA?

Homes in TACOMA, WA 98444 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 28 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in TACOMA, WA 98444?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, TACOMA, WA 98444 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 28 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in TACOMA, WA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in TACOMA, WA 98444 save an estimated $9,250 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $462,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.