5116 N Ruby St, Tacoma, WA 98407
Bathroom
View from front porch
OFF MARKET

$484,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 28, 2026
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,092 sqft
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,092 sqft

5116 N Ruby St, Tacoma, WA 98407

West End

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1922
Living Area
1,092 sqft
Price/Sqft
$444
Parking
Attached Garage
HOA
None

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

The house has
-Two bedrooms on the main level. Two smaller upstairs bedrooms with very low headroom.
-One full bath.
-Large unfinished basement with washer and dryer. Could be used as a family/rec room. A separate room downstairs could be used for a workshop, or just tons of extra storage.
-Electric water heater.
-Gas furnace.
-Detached one-car garage.
-Large fully fenced yard. (Dogs okay with separate non-refundable pet fee.)
-Can see a bit of the Puget Sound from the living room and kitchen windows and front porch.
-Just up the hill from the waterfront and Point Ruston which as a movie theater, shopping center, and restaurants.
-Three minutes to Point Defiance park, which includes a zoo and aquarium, Owen beach, five-mile drive, etc.
-Easy access to Ruston Way, which will get you to downtown Tacoma and I-5 within ten minutes.
-Close to some of the top schools in Tacoma, including Science and Math Institute.
-Very quiet neighborhood.
First and last month's rent + deposit.
Note pictures here are a couple years old.

Application screening includes work history, income, credit score, criminal, and previous rental history. We do not exclude based on credit score alone but consider each application holistically.
5116 N Ruby St, Tacoma, WA 98407 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,092 sqft single-family home in West End, built in 1922. It last sold for $150,000 on Jul 7, 2015 (6,567% above the $2,250 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2020 with an asking price of $1,850 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 24, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $484,400, with a rent estimate of $3,064/month.

Home Details for 5116 N Ruby St

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1922
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 5116 N Ruby St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5408 N 49th St, Ruston, WA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$340,000
07/08/26
3
1
765 sqft
4715 N 45th St, Tacoma, WA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$515,000
02/27/26
3
1
1,070 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

West End
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What Locals Say about West End

At least 166 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 59 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say kids play outside

  • 19 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Silvia Goddard
    "Everything is close by, in the area where I live in Tacoma it’s it’s pretty nice. I’ve been here since 1998 and I’ve enjoyed every minute of it. The community comes together. We help each other. We focus on small businesses and also local. I just love it."
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  • Kmalolua
    "Lots of places to go for walks. Down the street from lots of parks. Dogs are generally well behaved and on leash access to pet stores nearby."
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  • Nichelevictoria
    "It’s really great it’s so fun. I love it so much people love it. Everybody loves it. We’re so fun. It’s so great. My kids love it. Everybody loves"
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  • Nichelevictoria
    "I have lived here my whole life. Lots of diversity and growing families. Every park is full and every bar is crowded. Also it’s right by the water with a beautiful view. "
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  • Alyviarose Haugen
    "I’ve lived here for 3 years and all of my neighbors out for one another and are fairly friendly yet keep to themselves. Not to mention the block is pretty quiet "
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  • Trulia User
    " Nice walking area for animals during daylight hours. It’s quiet and the apartment complexes are cleaned up"
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  • Trulia User
    "Point Defiance park is right near by, and it is a joy of a park to go hiking, running, and picnicking. it's not that far to Point Ruston, and there is a Farmers Market, and shopping, a movie theater, excellent dining, and beautiful views of the Puget Sound."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for two years and it has been quite, clean, friendly and very convenient. It is minutes away from JBLM and surrounding views are breathtaking. I love it here and it has been an amazing two year stay here in University Place 🙂😌😊"
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  • Trulia User
    "my daughter loves her school. we feel safe with her riding a school bus. there are other kids in our community but not many. there is a middle school across the street, but there is never any trouble with kids."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great area with tons of great places to shop, eat, and drink. Peacefull and quite, I’ve never had an issues."
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived here for 9 years and enjoy the neighborhood. The safety and security are great. I run from the west end to/from the Narrows Bridge regularly seeing many enjoying my pastime "
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  • Trulia User
    "This area I think is the best part of Tacoma and I feel welcome here. It’s Peaceful and very affordable. I’d recommend this area to my friends."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood is very welcoming and peaceful. I’ve lived here almost a year and I absolutely love it"
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  • Vennyswhite79
    "Free food giveaways helping the community and walking the assisting the neighbors with whatever is needed "
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  • Alisha
    "dirty,lots of druggies and horrible dogs! lots of things constantly stolen and the elementary schools really need work. "
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  • Rrryles
    "Do not commute since we’re retired, however, with Hwy 16 just minutes from West End, everything is a quick commute "
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  • Kristina G.
    "Traffic is horrible. We are always blocked in when we try to leave whether it be one of the leasing office go carts or trash guy or the landscaping vehicles "
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  • Tim D.
    "This neighborhood has great access to route 16 and I-5 while still being far enough removed from any significant noise, traffic, or crime. "
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  • Desiree T.
    "Best place ever. You have grocery gas stations parks within minutes and the people are fun and there’s the perfect amount of privacy"
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  • Aubreanna B.
    "lots of dogs in the neighborhood, all friendly as far as I know, some are loud but owners are quick to quiet them"
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  • Shadyar O.
    " No pets are allowed in our community. But Service animals are ok. It is not a pet friendly place. "
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  • bong bong
    "nothing really... there are always occasional events for communities and good for families around here like around this area such as around ruston, fircrest, university place, and of course the west end area. i love living in the west end because of how homey and safe it is and i think this is the best part of tacoma. "
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  • CanduVentures
    "It's a nice neighborhood. We have good access to stores, restaurants and highways to the places we need to go."
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  • Shadyar O.
    "There are few dogs around asmost of the communities in this area offer NoPet appartments. This is the only reason I want to move out."
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  • Sheffel3c
    "Everyone is friendly and say hi or stop to chat. The noise level of the train!!!really loudLoud LOUD😎 I don't hardly notice it now."
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  • Shadyar O.
    "low crime rate, nice and peaceful neighborhood, easy access to public transportation, shopping centers and restaurants, walking distance to TCC. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Feb 8, 2020
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$1,850
Feb 2, 2020
Source: N/A
Listed For Rent
$1,850
Sep 15, 2018
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$1,850
Sep 8, 2018
Source: N/A
Listed For Rent
$1,850

Frequently asked questions about 5116 N Ruby St

  • What is 5116 N Ruby St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5116 N Ruby St in Tacoma, WA is $484,400.
  • What is the price history for 5116 N Ruby St?
    5116 N Ruby St in Tacoma, WA last sold for $150,000 in July 2015.
  • 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 $620K. That is up $25.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 5116 N Ruby St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 5116 N Ruby St in Tacoma, WA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 5116 N Ruby St have parking?
    Yes, 5116 N Ruby St in Tacoma, WA has on-site parking.

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