Fircrest WA Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Tree-lined residential street

Pierce County · South Sound

Fircrest

Fircrest is a walkable small town tucked inside the Tacoma metro — a classic 1940s–60s neighborhood grid with great trees, parks, and neighbors who still know each other.

The Quick Numbers

Fircrest at a glance

~7,000
Population
1.6 mi²
Total area
1925
Year incorporated
Tacoma SD
Schools
Pierce
County
Fircrest
Park & pool
4 mi
To downtown Tacoma
Metro
Inside Tacoma area

Why Move Here

Reasons people choose Fircrest

01

Small-town identity in the metro

A tight 1.6 mi² city surrounded by Tacoma — but with its own police, parks, and community.

02

Established housing stock

Mid-century homes on tree-lined grid streets, many with original charm preserved.

03

Fircrest Park & pool

Central park with seasonal outdoor pool, sports fields, and a beloved community center.

04

Quick commute anywhere

Central location makes JBLM, downtown Tacoma, UP, and Gig Harbor all under 20 minutes.

05

Safe, low-traffic streets

The grid is designed for neighborhood life, not through-traffic — kid-and-dog friendly.

06

Strong neighborhood identity

Home to 4th of July parades, fall festivals, and a strong local community.

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Fircrest real estate FAQ

Where is Fircrest, WA located?

Fircrest is located in Pierce County, the second-largest county in Washington and home to JBLM, Tacoma, and the South Puget Sound metro. Pierce cities are popular with military families assigned to Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Team Farrah serves buyers and sellers throughout Fircrest and the surrounding Pierce County area.

What is the Fircrest housing market like?

The Fircrest housing market reflects broader Pierce County trends — a mix of single-family homes, condos, and townhomes across multiple price tiers. For an up-to-date view of inventory, recent sales, and average days on market in Fircrest, request a free market report from Team Farrah at 253-232-5512.

Is Fircrest a good place to buy a home?

Fircrest is a popular choice for homebuyers in the Puget Sound region. Whether it fits your specific situation depends on your budget, commute, school priorities, and lifestyle preferences. Team Farrah, a top 1% real estate team with $280M+ in closed sales, can walk you through the trade-offs in a free 20-minute consultation.

Does Team Farrah help buyers and sellers in Fircrest?

Yes. Team Farrah is a top 1% nationwide real estate team based in Lakewood, WA serving the entire Pierce County area including Fircrest. We help first-time buyers, military families using VA loans, relocating clients, and sellers across all price ranges. Call 253-232-5512 or visit teamkfarrah.com/contact to get started.

About Team Farrah | Premier Real Estate Partners

We are a top 1% nationwide real estate team based in Lakewood, Washington, serving the entire South Puget Sound across Pierce, King, Thurston, and Kitsap counties. Our brokers live and transact here every week — we know the neighborhoods, the schools, the commute realities, and the local lenders.

Whether you are buying your first home, using a VA loan through JBLM, relocating to the Pacific Northwest, or selling a long-time family home, we operate with zero pressure and full transparency. Call 253-232-5512 or send a message to start a conversation.

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$280M+In Sales Volume
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Pierce County · South Puget Sound
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Fircrest is a small, tightly held Pierce County city surrounded by Tacoma and University Place, with tree-lined streets, its own school district, and a tiny-town feel inside the metro.

Homes for sale in Fircrest

Housing stock is heavily single-family ranchers and mid-century homes; turnkey properties in Fircrest proper commonly sell from $650K to $950K with limited inventory keeping competition steady.

Ready to look at what’s on the market? See live Fircrest listings or set up a VIP search to get the best homes before they hit Zillow.

Why work with Team Farrah in Fircrest

Fircrest buyers are usually families chasing the schools and the walkable streets. We keep watch on every coming-soon listing in the city.

Whether you’re buying your first home, selling and moving up, or relocating into the South Puget Sound from out of state, we represent you the same way: locally, directly, and with the context only a Pierce County broker brings.

Ready When You Are

Thinking About Fircrest?

Let’s talk — no pressure, just a real conversation about what you want and what the Fircrest market looks like right now.