How much does it cost to buy a house in North Tacoma in 2026? Home prices in North Tacoma vary by neighborhood, so we will break down some of the nuances here. Moving to North Tacoma means you’re looking to buy a home in one of the higher priced neighborhoods in the city, so be prepared to spend more than Tacoma’s median home price of $500,000.
How much does it cost to buy a house in North Tacoma in 2026?
The median home price for all of North Tacoma is $650,000. This is well over the median home price for Tacoma in general ($500,000) and for Pierce County ($575,000). Within North Tacoma the home prices vary by a lot depending on size, neighborhood, year built, and condition. In this article we will talk about some of the most popular neighborhoods in North Tacoma and how much homes sell for in those neighborhoods right now.
Want to learn more about the neighborhoods in North Tacoma? We have a whole bunch of videos about them on the Move to Tacoma Youtube Channel’s North Tacoma Neighborhood Playlist here.
Stadium District
2026 Stadium District Median Home Price: $1,250,000
Most years when we run the numbers the Stadium District is the most expensive neighborhood in Tacoma. Where there might be micro-neighborhoods here and there that are higher, Stadium District is typically the one that comes out on top price wise for the city. The reasons are obvious if you visit. It has a thriving business district, a link stop, historic mansions, and some of the most incredible views of Commencement Bay and the mountain that you can find anywhere.
Proctor District
2026 Proctor Median Home Price: $741,000
The Proctor District is home to North Tacoma’s most thriving business district, it’s only year round Farmer’s Market, and probably the fanciest supermarket in town- Metropolitan Market. The great shops, restaurants, and coffee shops in the business district are a big draw for folks across the city. Proctor is full of historic homes, streets lined with mature trees and sidewalks, and community gardens.
Old Town
2026 Old Town Tacoma Median Home Price: $950,000
Old Town is one of the most picturesque neighborhoods in Tacoma. The bowl shaped neighborhood curves into (and offers residents incredible views of) Commencement Bay. The neighborhood has view homes, historic homes, some condos, and a few apartments. You can choose between Anthem and Curran Coffee, visit the local bike shop and then take a ride (or a walk) along Tacoma’s Ruston Way Waterfront Park.
Three Bridges
2026 Three Bridges Median Home Price: $768,000
Three Bridges is located between Proctor, Old Town, North Slope, and UPS. A lot of people would lump it into one of the surrounding neighborhoods but it is a funny little spot all of its own. Living here is all about tree-lined streets and sidewalks, thriving locally owned businesses steps down the street, and taking advantage of the proximity of the other nearby North End Neighborhoods.
UPS Neighborhood
2026 UPS Neighborhood Median Home Price: $610,000
Puget Sound University is at the heart of what Tacomans call the “UPS Neighborhood” in North Tacoma. Also called “College Park” by some residents. UPS is located between the Proctor District and Tacoma’s 6th Ave. Folks living in UPS can easily get to some of the best local businesses, restaurants, and grocery shopping in both North and Central Tacoma by bike, foot, bus, or car.
North Slope Historic District
2026 North Slope Median Home Price: $740,000
The North Slope Historic District is Tacoma’s largest historic districts, with 940 homes. While not the most expensive neighborhood in the North End, the North Slope median home price is hundreds of thousands of dollars above Tacoma’s median. Owning a home in Tacoma’s North Slope also comes with additional considerations for when you remodel or make changes to the exterior of your home. If you would like to learn more check out this interview between MoveToTacoma.com creator Marguerite and 20 year North Slope homeowner Jenny. She gets real about the realities of owning a historic Victorian home in the North Slope:
Find a local expert to help you choose your North Tacoma home:
Want to move to North Tacoma? You’re not alone! It’s a popular neighborhood. Here at Move to Tacoma we’ve been helping people find their place (and their real estate agent) in Tacoma for over a decade. We recommend choosing a local agent that lives and works in North Tacoma and knows all the nuances of pricing, neighborhoods, and the condition (and quirks!) of these historic homes.
Here at MovetoTacoma.com we help people find their place in the City of Destiny. If you or a friend are looking to buy a home in Tacoma and would like help learning about Tacoma neighborhoods and finding a real estate agent please reach out to us! You can click the contact form on MovetoTacoma.com. You can also schedule a one-on-one with Marguerite on zoom by clicking here.
How Move to Tacoma Works
Step 1: Explore the Clickable Neighborhood Map of Tacoma
Our clickable neighborhood map of Tacoma’s neighborhoods is our pride and joy. Click through to find images and videos of each neighborhood. The Neighborhood guides on the map also include median home price information, blog posts about the neighborhoods, podcast episodes about the neighborhoods, and candid quotes from local neighbors.
Step 2: Listen to the Move to Tacoma Podcast
The best way to learn about Tacoma is to hear from the people who live here. On the Move to Tacoma Podcast Marguerite interviews Tacomans who’ve been here generations and Tacomans who just got here. From business and technology leaders to politicians and activists and everyone in between. The Move to Tacoma Podcast will give you insight into why people move here and how they find meaning and happiness in Tacoma.
Step 3: Read the Blog Posts on MovetoTacoma.com
On the Move to Tacoma Blog we have been writing about things to do in Tacoma, where to eat in Tacoma, hot button community topics, neighborhoods and more since 2015. There are hundreds of posts to help you find what you love in the City of Destiny. From posts about where to eat and drink to interviews with locals- the blog is a great place to keep up one what’s happening in Tacoma and Pierce County.
Step 4: Get Realtor Referral from a Local Realtor
Marguerite Martin is a different kind of Tacoma real estate agent. Reach out to find out answers to questions you have about neighborhoods in Tacoma and Pierce County. When the time is right to start looking, Marguerite can connect you with a local real estate agent who specializes in the neighborhoods you love most. You can see reviews from past clients who’ve worked with Marguerite on Yelp and on Google.
