Fircrest Property Appraisals , Tacoma's Planned Enclave With an Academic Street Grid
Independent Residential Valuations for Fircrest Homeowners in Pierce County
Fircrest is one of the most distinctive small cities in Pierce County: a compact, planned residential community of approximately 6,900 to 7,200 residents, incorporated in 1925, originally developed in 1906 by California investors as an upscale subdivision they named Regents Park. The developers named its streets after universities, including Princeton, Dartmouth, Yale, Vassar, and Stanford, in an aspiration toward academic prestige that has given Fircrest a highly recognizable street grid that residents and real estate professionals across Tacoma know immediately. The city occupies just 1.6 square miles, almost entirely within the embrace of Tacoma and University Place, with a Tacoma enclave located within Fircrest’s own boundaries.
Fircrest is among the more affluent communities in Pierce County, with a 2026 median household income of approximately $114,000 and median home values around $616,000 to $620,000. With 70% of housing units owner-occupied and a median age of approximately 44, Fircrest has an established, professional homeowner community. The housing stock has a median construction year of 1965 and includes a meaningful portion of older mid-century homes alongside more recent infill and renovation. Atled Enterprises serves Fircrest as part of its Pierce County coverage.
Why Fircrest Homeowners Choose Atled Enterprises
- Pierce County coverage including Fircrest, University Place, Tacoma, Lakewood, and the western Pierce County communities
- 30+ years of Pierce County appraisal experience, including work in established mid-century suburban communities where housing age and condition are important comparable selection factors
- Washington State Certified Residential Appraiser with USPAP-compliant reports accepted by all lenders, Pierce County courts, and the IRS
- Fircrest’s compact geography and limited comparable sales pool require an experienced appraiser who knows how to draw from adjacent Tacoma and University Place while maintaining defensible conclusions
- Reliable turnaround with clear, professional communication throughout
Divorce Appraisals
Property division in a Fircrest divorce requires a neutral, independent valuation. Atled Enterprises provides USPAP-compliant divorce appraisals with documentation suitable for Pierce County Superior Court proceedings.
Estate and Date of Death Appraisals
Fircrest’s older housing stock and established homeowner community create regular estate appraisal needs. When settling a Pierce County estate that includes Fircrest real estate, a retrospective appraisal documenting value as of the date of death is required for probate and estate tax purposes. Atled Enterprises prepares these reports with the historical comparable data and documentation that Pierce County attorneys and estate CPAs require.
Pre-Listing Appraisals
Fircrest’s combination of planned-community character, university-named streets, proximity to University Place and Tacoma, and relatively low crime makes it consistently desirable. However, the city’s small size means comparable sales within Fircrest itself can be limited at any given time. A pre-listing appraisal from Atled Enterprises draws from the right comparable pool, including adjacent University Place and Tacoma properties where appropriate, to establish your home’s current market position.
PMI Removal Appraisals
Fircrest home values have appreciated meaningfully since 2020. For homeowners who purchased before the recent appreciation cycle, a current appraisal may document sufficient equity for a PMI cancellation request. Atled Enterprises provides the lender-acceptable documentation to support this process.
Tax Appeal Appraisals
Pierce County property assessments are conducted across a large and varied market. If your Fircrest property appears overassessed relative to recent comparable sales, an independent appraisal from a certified appraiser provides market evidence for a Pierce County Board of Equalization appeal.
Purchase and Refinance Appraisals
Lenders require a certified appraisal for most Fircrest purchase loans and refinances. Atled Enterprises provides market-supported reports for conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA programs with turnaround that accommodates your closing schedule.
Appraisal Services Available in Fircrest, WA
Our appraisal services are structured to address a wide range of property situations with accuracy and consistency. Each report is prepared using established valuation methods so clients receive dependable information they can use with confidence.
Consistent Appraisal Support for Fircrest Property Owners
Atled Enterprises focuses on delivering dependable service backed by clear communication and disciplined reporting practices. Our team works with property owners who need valuations prepared carefully and delivered on schedule.
What Clients Say
“Kelly was outstanding. The appointment was easy to book, and he was very professional, punctual, and personable. We would recommend to anyone and definitely book with this business again.”
— Ken Lewis, Google Review ★★★★★
“By far the best communication I have had with an appraiser. I had a fairly complicated property and he was able to not only get the order done quickly, but also navigate all the issues and provide an accurate and well-researched appraisal while keeping me informed along the way.”
— David Schaub, Google Review ★★★★★
Frequently Asked Questions — Fircrest Property Appraisals
Does Fircrest's small size create challenges for finding comparable sales?
Fircrest covers just 1.6 square miles, which means sales activity within the city is limited. An experienced appraiser draws comparable sales from adjacent University Place and from the Tacoma neighborhoods that border Fircrest, applying appropriate adjustments for the differences in location, housing age, and community character. This is standard professional practice and produces defensible results.
We also provide certified appraisals in neighboring communities including Burien, Des Moines, SeaTac, Parkland, and Graham.
Does Atled Enterprises appraise the older mid-century homes on Fircrest's university-named streets?
Yes. Fircrest's mid-century housing stock, including homes on Princeton, Dartmouth, Yale, Stanford, and Vassar streets, has a median construction year of 1965. Kelly Kelsoe's 30+ years of Pierce County experience includes regular work with this era of residential construction, including proper assessment of condition, functional characteristics, and how to identify appropriate comparable sales.
Can Atled Enterprises support a Pierce County tax appeal for my Fircrest property?
Yes. A USPAP-compliant appraisal from a Washington State Certified Residential Appraiser provides the market evidence required for a Pierce County Board of Equalization appeal.
How long does a Fircrest residential appraisal take?
Standard assignments are typically completed within one week of the property inspection. Rush service is available for legal deadlines or time-sensitive closings.
Does Atled Enterprises serve Fircrest's borders with University Place and Tacoma?
Yes. Atled Enterprises covers Fircrest as well as neighboring University Place, Tacoma, and Lakewood. The city's semi-enclave position within Tacoma means many appraisers already working in the broader Tacoma market cover Fircrest routinely.
About Fircrest, Washington
Fircrest is a city in Pierce County, Washington, incorporated on September 19, 1925. With a 2026 population of approximately 6,900, Fircrest occupies 1.6 square miles in the northwestern corner of Pierce County, surrounded by the city of Tacoma to the north and east and University Place to the west and south. The community was originally developed as the Regents Park subdivision in 1906 by the Narrows Land Company, financed by California investors including Edward Bowes, who later became nationally famous as the host of the Major Bowes Amateur Hour radio talent show. Streets were named after universities, including Princeton, Dartmouth, Yale, Vassar, and Stanford, reflecting the aspirational academic character of the planned community. Fircrest was the last ‘dry’ municipality in Washington State, prohibiting the sale of alcohol by the glass until voters chose to allow it in the November 2015 election. The city has one of the highest per capita income levels in Pierce County.
Schedule Your Fircrest Property Appraisal
Atled Enterprises provides independent, certified residential appraisals throughout Fircrest and Pierce County. Contact us for a prompt, professional response.
- Phone: (253) 891-7201
- Email: kelly@atledenterprises.com
- Online: atledenterprises.com/request-a-quote/
- Office: 15127 Main St E, Ste 104, Sumner, WA 98390