242 E 68th St, Tacoma, WA 98404
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OFF MARKET

$449,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,600 sqft

242 E 68th St, Tacoma, WA 98404

Eastside-ENACT
Est. Refi. Payment $2,826/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 27, 1995 for $127,973

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$450K
Since last month
Decreased$6K (-1.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$13K (-2.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$320K (+250.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +108% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$448K
August 2026$454K
July 2026$456K
June 2026$458K
May 2026$461K
April 2026$463K
March 2026$460K
February 2026$456K
January 2026$455K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
602 E 69th St, Tacoma, WA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$480,000
06/15/26
5
2
1,600
606 E 75th St, Tacoma, WA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$271,000
01/26/26
3
2
1,744
7406 E G St, Tacoma, WA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$311,000
09/22/25
3
2.5
1,467
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
252 E 69th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.02
$528,700
4
3
1,776
Off Market
240 E 68th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.01
$487,600
3
2.5
1,554
Off Market
259 E 68th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.08
$459,000
3
1.5
1,440
Off Market
6914 E E Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.09
-
4
1.5
1,378
Off Market
6716 E E Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.11
$503,600
4
3
1,599
Off Market
214 E 68th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.07
$423,360
3
1
1,715
For Sale
6913 E E Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.10
-
3
1
1,048
Off Market
6815 E E Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.11
$412,200
3
1
1,296
Off Market
218 E 68th Street E, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.09
$524,500
5
3
2,003
Off Market
511 E West Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.11
$541,000
5
2.5
2,089
Off Market
6915 E E Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.12
-
3
1
1,272
Off Market
6702 E E Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
0.13
-
3
2
924
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1994
1,600 sqft
$281/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 242 E 68th St, Tacoma, WA. 242 E 68th St is in the Eastside-ENACT neighborhood in Tacoma, WA and in ZIP code 98404. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,600 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6947 sqft and was built in 1994.
242 E 68th St, Tacoma, WA 98404 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,600 sqft single-family home in Eastside-ENACT, built in 1994. It last sold for $127,973 on Nov 27, 1995. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2023 with an asking price of $2,250 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 8, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $449,800, with a rent estimate of $2,681/month.

Home Details for 242 E 68th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Other
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached, Garage Detached, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1994Year Updated: 2001
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split entry

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6947 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 8, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Dec 25, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,250
Nov 15, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Oct 14, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,650
Price decreased by 5%
Sep 23, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,800
Price increased by 12%

Market trends in Eastside-ENACT

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$426K
$2.02KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$312
$4MoM
Available listings
93
1MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Eastside-ENACT

At least 191 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 82 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 44 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 34 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 19 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "Easy public transportation lines and walking distance to the city "
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  • Amber Castillo
    "It’s easy access to the freeways and to downtown Tacoma and there’s access to public transportation."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a public park near by that is great for walking and an actual dog park within walking distance. There are sidewalks also which is nice"
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  • Trulia User
    "Super nice and convenient area with nice apartments. very convenient location with excellent shopping nearby."
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  • Trulia User
    "A very nice area to live in and I've definitely liked a small house And it will be good for my father a fence didn't yard I think you will love that his grand kiss convinced him making the other all in the back And he is 67 years old I think that would be a nice little house for him"
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  • Trulia User
    "Sadly, I don't have anything positive to say about South Tacoma. The politicians have allowed the city to decline to a point where it's dangerous, filthy, and an eye sore. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of places to take your dog for a walk, or neighborhoods to walk your dog in. That may be one of the best parts of living here is so many people have dogs. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s close to the freeway which is nice because I travel 50 miles for work. Easy in and off the freeway is extremely helpful. There are also several bus stops and public transportation is popular in this area. "
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  • Lyazzie79
    "I have lived here in this neighborhood since 2017 and have lived on the east side since 2011. Pretty much as safe neighborhood, very diverse and always had friendly neighbors. "
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  • John R.
    "The neighborhood has great pockets of people all around! This place has really improved over the last 5 years. The area is nice and central to safeway and costco! The schools are also improving by a lot!! This is definitely a great place for many to afford. I appreciate the peace and love from all the neighbors offer. It has it perks!!"
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  • Marc H.
    "I've been here over 16 years. it's an old neighborhood, with some quirk now and then. But it's just like every other part of Tacoma. You need thick skin, and a big heart to here."
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  • Sillybluemamba
    "The clearly paved trails for walking, biking, running. Open and safe areas. Well kept landscaping I run daily/nightly often finding myself dodging dog poop here and there. "
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  • Landonk93
    "It’s quiet for the most part accept for the police sirens and the drug users. Not very clean because of littering in some areas but not bad in others. "
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  • Marylynn H.
    "The other dogs are running around by themselves not with their owners. People try to keep their yards nice. "
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  • Dillontimothy7
    "There is a brand new EastSide Community Center on 56th and Portland ave. There is also a good Barbershop called Tacoma’s Finest Clippers on 64th and Portland ave"
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  • Angela B.
    "There are many parks and green spaces to let your dog play. Also a huge walking trail in the neighborhood- a great place for dogs "
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  • Erikamay D.
    "Make sure someone’s home when packages arrive, I’ve had multiple packages stolen from my porch. I have to add special instructions for my packages to be hidden and out of plain sight. "
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  • Scotty R.
    "All this review is about dogs but this place doesn’t except dogs..SUCKS..Dog are just another family memeber"
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  • Penny C.
    "there are great dog parks here and lots of vets to choose from lots of small neighborhood parks and easy to find groomers. "
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  • Penny C.
    "it is a short and easy commute downtown and my commute across town is also easy since I only go 8 miles tho bike trails that actually connect would be awsome"
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  • Typhoonmurphy98
    "Dogs seem popular and welcome, most neighbors have dogs and take care of and clean up after them. Some dog owners may find that there are too many dogs in this neighborhood "
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  • james jones
    "The area is pretty nice and quiet and nicely secluded. There a number of nice people in the area and very hospitable neighbors"
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Frequently asked questions about 242 E 68th St

  • What is 242 E 68th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 242 E 68th St in Tacoma, WA is $449,800.
  • What is the price history for 242 E 68th St?
    242 E 68th St in Tacoma, WA last sold for $127,973 in November 1995.
  • Is Tacoma a buyer's or seller's market?
    Tacoma is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Tacoma?
    The median sale price in Tacoma is $426K. That is down $2.02K from the prior month.
  • Does 242 E 68th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 242 E 68th St in Tacoma, WA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 242 E 68th St?
    The lot at 242 E 68th St in Tacoma, WA is about 0.16 acres (6,947 sq ft).

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