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JRJeff ReynoldsCompass · Seattle

Listed by David Pannen, COMPASS

2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,201
Square feet
$330
Per sq ft
Single Family Residence
Type
1991
Year built
4,897 sq ft
Lot
47
Days on market

About this property

Unlock the potential of this 2-bed, 1.75-bath home in Tacoma’s desirable Fern Hill neighborhood! This property holds a special piece of local history: it was the final home built and lived in by Marvin Herstad, a well-known builder who crafted hundreds of Fern Hill homes over three decades. Designing this home for himself, Herstad focused on ultimate functionality, maximizing space and everyday livability. Today, this smartly laid-out property is primed for you to bring your design ideas and add instant equity. The big-ticket mechanicals are already handled: enjoy a 2-year-old furnace and heat pump for year-round comfort. Need room to create? An expansive 729-sqft unfinished basement with a private outside entrance makes the perfect workshop, hobby room, or storage hub. Outside, a detached 2-car garage offers even more storage and covered parking. Conveniently located just minutes from I-5, shopping, and neighborhood parks, this property blends everyday accessibility with incredible upside. This home is ready for its next chapter, bring your vision today!

Location & commute

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Property details

Listing details

Listing number
#2557940
Listed
July 22, 2026
Days on market
47
Price per sq ft
$330
Original list price
$419,950

Unit & building

Unit levels
One

Parking

Parking
Detached Garage
Covered spaces
2
Total spaces
2

Construction

Year built
1991
Style
16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Structure
House
Roof
Composition

Heating & cooling

Heating
Forced AirHeat Pump
Cooling
None
Energy source
ElectricNatural Gas

Interior features

Features
Bath Off PrimaryDining RoomSecurity SystemWater Heater

Flooring

Flooring
Ceramic TileHardwoodVinylCarpet

Appliances

Appliances
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove(s)/Range(s)Washer

Lot

Lot features
AlleySidewalk
Lot size
4,897 sq ft

Terms

Terms offered
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan

Utilities

Water
TPUD
Sewer
TPUD
Power
TPUD

Schools

District
Tacoma
Elementary
Buyer To Verify
Middle
Buyer To Verify
High
Buyer To Verify

What stands out to you?

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  • One
  • Detached Garage
  • House
  • Composition
  • Forced Air
  • Heat Pump
  • None
  • Electric
  • Natural Gas
  • Bath Off Primary
  • Dining Room
  • Security System

Listing history

  1. Listed

    $419,950

    July 22, 2026

  2. Current price

    $395,950

Derived from current MLS listing fields. Full multi-cycle status history is on the roadmap.

Payment estimate

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Est. monthly

$2,306

Principal & interest
$2,002
Property tax (est.)
$304

Assumes $79,190 down (20%), a $316,760 loan at 6.5% over 30 years. Property tax is an estimated figure, not MLS data (verify with the county assessor). Excludes insurance, PMI, and closing costs. Not a commitment to lend or financial advice.

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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of September 8, 2026 at 2:45 AM PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.