Address
5204 53rd Street W, University Place, WA
Price
$ 735,000
Property Attributes
- ID#2571983
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyPIERCE
- CityUniversity Place
- AreaUniversity Place
- NeighborhoodUniversity Place
- Zip98467
- StyleCraftsman
- Year Built1980
- Taxes$ 7718
- Price$ 735,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2232
- Lot Size0.43 Acres
Data Source:
Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Property Description
This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 3-bath rambler offers 2,232 sq ft of comfortable living on a private 0.43-acre lot just off South Orchard Street. Enjoy the peaceful, secluded setting, spacious rooms, large bonus room, and inviting back deck with roll-out sunshade—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The bonus room provides flexible space for an office, hobbies, media room, or other needs. Accessibility features add convenience, while the drive-through garage offers exceptional flexibility for vehicles, storage, and projects. A propane-fueled whole-house generator provides added peace of mind, and the yard sprinkler system helps maintain the grounds. A rare opportunity to enjoy country living with convenient access to University Place, Lakewood, and Tacoma!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Buyer To Verify Elementary School | Buyer To Verify Middle School | Buyer To Verify High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Listed $735,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2232 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Forced Air,Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Possession | Closing |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s) |
| Architectural Style | Craftsman |
| Security Features | Partially Fenced |
| Year Built | 1980 |
| View | Territorial |
| Topography | Level,Partial Slope |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Building Name | 80-55 |
| County | Pierce |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | University Place |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Special Listing Conditions | None |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From 56th Street West turn North onto South Orchard Street. Then turn left onto 53rd Street West. The gravel driveway is on the left side of the street. The house is set back off the street. |
| High School | Buyer To Verify |
| City | University Place |
| Entry Location | Main |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | Tacoma |
| MLS Area | 34 - University Place |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 18731 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan |
| Elementary School | Buyer To Verify |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 7718.2 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Buyer To Verify |
| Property Condition | Very Good |
| Public Remarks | This well-maintained 2-bedroom,3-bath rambler offers 2,232 sq ft of comfortable living on a private 0.43-acre lot just off South Orchard Street. Enjoy the peaceful,secluded setting,spacious rooms,lar |
| Virtual Tour | https://vimeo.com/1219957206 |
| Structure Type | House |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Water Company | Tacoma Utility |
| Property Style | 10 - 1 Story |
| NWM_ShowMapLink | Yes |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bath Off Primary,Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Dining Room,Wired for Generator |
|---|---|
| Basement | None |
| Flooring | Hardwood,Laminate,Carpet |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Bedrooms Possible | 2 |
| Power Production Type | Electric |
| Baths Half Main | 1 |
| Baths Full Main | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2.5 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Wood,Wood Products |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Garden Space |
| Parking Features | Driveway,Detached Garage,Off Street |
| Lot Features | Dead End Street,Paved,Secluded |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 3 |
| Inclusions | Dishwasher(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s) |
| Foundation Details | Poured Concrete |
| Building Area Total | 2232 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.43 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 3 |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
| Site Features | Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Patio,Propane,Sprinkler System |
| Lot Number | 2 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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Price
Taxes
Year Built
Visits
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- Size
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- Size
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- Type
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- Size
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- Rooms
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- Type
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- Size
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- Size
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- Size
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- Type
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- Size
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- Type
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- Size
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- Rooms
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- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
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- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
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- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,322 SqFt
- Rooms
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- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,657 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2.5 Baths
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