Perched on the hill in sought-after East Tacoma, this beautifully updated 4-bedroom home offers stunning mountain views, stylish finishes, and comfortable living in a well-established neighborhood. Inside, you’ll find 1,275 square feet of thoughtfully refreshed space with a bright, welcoming feel and an easy-flow layout perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The fully updated interior blends modern touches with warmth and functionality. Step outside to enjoy charming garden areas, a covered carport, and outdoor spaces ready for relaxing, planting, or gathering with friends. Conveniently located near parks, shopping, dining, and commuter routes, this move-in ready home combines scenic living with everyday convenience.Garage was converted to 4 th bedroom, but can be changed back to garage as all materials are in tact.
Pending
Listed by: RE/MAX Honors • Heather VanDyken
$455,000
1025 E 53rd Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
3beds
1,275sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
7,200 Square Feet Lot
$456,800 Zestimate®
$357/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stylish finishesStunning mountain viewsCovered carportCharming garden areasEasy-flow layoutComfortable livingFully updated interior
- 50 days |
- 33 |
- 3 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Heather VanDyken,
RE/MAX Honors
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2527637
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: electric, Water Heater Location: laun dry room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Triple Pane Windows
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,275
- Total interior livable area: 1,275 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway, Off Street, RV Parking
- Has carport: Yes
- Covered spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Triple Pane Windows, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 7,200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7200
- Features: Paved, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 9105000300
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1960
- Major remodel year: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: TPu
- Sewer: Available, Company: Tpu
- Water: Public, Company: Tpu
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Se Tacoma
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $357/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $401,100
- Annual tax amount: $2,204
- Date on market: 6/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 34 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,State Bond,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$456,800
$434,000 - $480,000
$2,321/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Pending sale | $455,000$357/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2527637 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $455,000+37.9%$357/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2527637 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2026 | Sold | $330,000-7%$259/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2443674 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2025 | Pending sale | $355,000$278/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2443674 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $355,000$278/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2443674 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2025 | Pending sale | $355,000$278/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2443674 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $355,000$278/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2443674 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,369 +7.2% | $401,100 +9.7% |
| 2023 | $4,075 +1.4% | $365,800 -5.5% |
| 2022 | $4,020 +6.8% | $386,900 +18% |
| 2021 | $3,764 +31.8% | $328,000 +34.1% |
| 2019 | $2,857 +0.7% | $244,600 +11.4% |
| 2018 | $2,837 +15.4% | $219,600 +22.4% |
| 2017 | $2,458 +13.7% | $179,400 +36.8% |
| 2016 | $2,162 | $131,100 +5.6% |
| 2014 | $2,162 +13% | $124,200 +12.3% |
| 2013 | $1,913 | $110,600 +1.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $108,900 -13.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $126,100 -9% |
| 2010 | -- | $138,600 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | $2,068 +0% | $175,500 -0.6% |
| 2007 | $2,068 +23.3% | $176,600 +81.3% |
| 2002 | $1,677 +13.8% | $97,400 -0.5% |
| 2001 | $1,474 | $97,900 +16.5% |
| 2000 | $1,474 | $84,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Eastside-ENACT
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Sheridan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Stewart Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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- Washington
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- Tacoma
- 98404
- Eastside-ENACT
- 1025 E 53rd Street
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