207 E 84th Street, Tacoma, WA, 98445
About This Home
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!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Fair
- Year built: 1991
Materials
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer,Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Washer(s),Water Heater: Natural Gas,Water Heater Location: Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bathroom Three Quarter
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Entry Hall
- Level: Main
Features
- Bath Off Primary,Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Vinyl,Carpet
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Heat Pump,Electric,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,201
- Total interior livable area: 1,201 sqft
Kitchen With Eating Space
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
Utility Room
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 4400000311
- Zoning: TAC
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary,Dining Room,Security System,Water Heater
- Topography of land: Level
- Residential vegetation: Brush,Garden Space
Lot
- Lot size: 4,896 sqft
- Features: Sidewalk,Fenced-Fully,Gas Available,High Speed Internet
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Pierce County and Washington
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,123 | $25,476 |
| Home Insurance * | $104 | $1,248 |
| Property Taxes | $189 | $2,268 |
| Electricity | $149 | $1,793 |
| Total | $2,565 | $30,780 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Washington FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-10 | Price change | $395,950 |
| 2026-07-23 | Listed for sale | $419,950 |
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