5117 N Ruby St, Tacoma, WA 98407
OFF MARKET

5117 N Ruby St
Tacoma, WA 98407

West End
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,620 sqft

$552,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,249/mo*
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$552,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,249/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,620 sqft

Local Information

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Description

With a sweet view and a great location near fun new Point Ruston Esplanade, Point Defiance, and Schuster Parkway, this unique and charming home offers a little respite fro the hustle and bustle of day to day life. Fun angles, extra spaces, a lovely deck for those Aaaahhh moments. Watch fireworks from your windows, enjoy lovely sunsets, and dine al fresca via French doors off of the kitchen. Tons of storage and more- Welcome Home.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 5117 N Ruby St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticTypes of Rooms: Walk In Closet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, ElectricCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Hot Tub or Spa

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Off Street, Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920Year Updated: 1985
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: 1.5 story

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5501 sqft

Price History for 5117 N Ruby St

DatePriceEventSource
08/17/2016$260,100Sold
NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1006166
08/05/2016$245,000PendingAgent Provided
07/29/2016$245,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/31/2013$182,000Sold
NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #446774
11/30/2006$298,000Sold
NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #26142602
09/02/2005$172,000Sold
N/A
11/29/1994$92,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in West End

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$605K
$42.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$361
$6MoM
Available listings
121
26MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,586
Assessment$513,200
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$3,175/mo
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Comparable Sales for 5117 N Ruby St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4906 N Baltimore Street, Ruston, WA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$795,000
07/24/25
2
2
1,813
4815 N Huson Street, Tacoma, WA
0.13
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$755,000
07/22/25
3
2
2,149
4801 N Ferdinand Street, Tacoma, WA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$610,000
06/30/25
3
1
1,704
5512 N 47th Street, Tacoma, WA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$650,000
04/14/26
4
2
1,554
5008 N Visscher Street, Tacoma, WA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$475,000
06/20/25
4
2.5
1,972
5326 N Commercial Street, Ruston, WA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$555,000
10/21/25
3
2.5
1,672
5320 N 46th Street, Tacoma, WA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$517,000
09/17/25
2
1
1,200
5333 N 47th Street, Tacoma, WA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$415,000
12/15/25
2
1
752
4712 N Mullen Street, Tacoma, WA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$750,000
03/06/26
3
2
2,180
5432 N 46th Street, Tacoma, WA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$672,000
07/22/25
3
2
2,036

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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

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  • 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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5117 N Ruby St, Tacoma, WA 98407 is a 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,620 sqft single-family home built in 1920. 5117 N Ruby St is located in West End, Tacoma. This property is not currently available for sale. 5117 N Ruby St was last sold on Aug 17, 2016 for $260,100. The current Trulia Estimate for 5117 N Ruby St is $552,800.