TACOMA          




Tacoma is also the city know as "The City of Destiny."  Tacoma is Washington´s third largest city with approximately 200,000 residents. Located at the foot of Mt Rainier and along the shores of Commencement bay, Tacoma is recognized as a livable and progressive international city. Homes in Tacoma are located in many diverse neighborhoods. Tacoma has formed neighborhood counsels that citizens and city government  focus on the neighborhoods.  Tacoma homes are located in the neighborhoods of Northeast Tacoma, New Tacoma, Eastside, South End, Central, South Tacoma, North End and West End.


City of Tacoma Resources



 




Single-family new house construction building permits:
  • 1996: 483 buildings, average cost: $119,300
  • 1997: 388 buildings, average cost: $135,600
  • 1998: 439 buildings, average cost: $157,700
  • 1999: 431 buildings, average cost: $162,400
  • 2000: 478 buildings, average cost: $145,900
  • 2001: 468 buildings, average cost: $147,800
  • 2002: 331 buildings, average cost: $150,500
  • 2003: 277 buildings, average cost: $156,200
  • 2004: 404 buildings, average cost: $163,800
  • 2005: 391 buildings, average cost: $181,600