Perched on an oversized 0.4-acre lot, this West Slope gem boasts breathtaking views over the Sound, Narrows Bridge and snowcapped Olympics. Nestled in a well-manicured neighborhood, this solid home is hitting the market for the first time! The main level captures views from nearly every room, while the lower level includes a separate entrance, kitchen & bath, ideal for multi-generational living, guests, or rental potential. In addition to the attached two-car garage, a massive 1,344 sq. ft. detached two-story garage with an RV door & separate street access is ready for your car collection, shop, or possible ADU conversion. Enjoy stunning sunset views and envision the endless potential this home offers to transform it into your dream!
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Listed by: Keller Williams Rty Tacoma • Rochelle Chorak
Bought with: Redfin
$1,200,000
1216 S Karl Johan Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98465
4beds
3,192sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.4 Acres Lot
$1,177,100 Zestimate®
$376/sqft
$4,193 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,177,100
$1.09M - $1.27M
$4,193/mo
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Stunning sunset viewsWell-manicured neighborhood
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Listed by:
Rochelle Chorak,
Keller Williams Rty Tacoma,
Shelly Crane,
Keller Williams Rty Tacoma
Bought with:
Patrick Beringer, 78492
Redfin
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2358343
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, High Tech Cabling
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,192
- Total interior livable area: 3,192 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- Attached garage spaces: 10
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, High Tech Cabling, Laminate
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Sound
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
- Features: Paved, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 6235200460
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1950
- Major remodel year: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Narrows
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $376/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,077,500
- Annual tax amount: $11,704
- Date on market: 6/8/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 409 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2025 | Sold | $1,200,000-6.9%$376/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2358343 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2025 | Pending sale | $1,289,000$404/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2358343 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,289,000$404/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2358343 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2025 | Pending sale | $1,289,000$404/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2358343 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,289,000+164.7%$404/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2358343 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2015 | Listing removed | $487,000$153/sqft |
Source: Keynote Real Estate #532819 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2015 | Price change | $487,000-2.6%$153/sqft |
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| 5/2/2015 | Listed for sale | $500,000$157/sqft |
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| 2/27/2015 | Listing removed | $500,000$157/sqft |
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| 12/5/2013 | Price change | $500,000-9.1%$157/sqft |
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| 9/9/2013 | Listed for sale | $550,000$172/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,497 +165.4% | $528,466 +6.8% |
| 2023 | $4,708 +1.6% | $494,720 -4.3% |
| 2022 | $4,634 +4.2% | $517,135 -41.7% |
| 2021 | $4,447 +15.4% | $887,300 +28.1% |
| 2019 | $3,855 -10.2% | $692,800 +12.7% |
| 2018 | $4,294 +8.5% | $614,700 +7.5% |
| 2017 | $3,958 +131% | $571,700 +24.1% |
| 2016 | $1,714 | $460,600 +10.4% |
| 2014 | $1,714 +25.1% | $417,200 +9% |
| 2013 | $1,369 | $382,700 +8.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $352,000 -10.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $392,500 -13.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $451,600 -10.2% |
| 2009 | $6,792 | $502,700 -9.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $556,100 +2.9% |
| 2007 | $6,313 +33.1% | $540,200 +86.6% |
| 2002 | $4,744 +4.4% | $289,500 +4.5% |
| 2001 | $4,543 | $277,100 +7% |
| 2000 | $4,543 | $259,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West End
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- Pierce County
- Tacoma
- 98465
- West End
- 1216 S Karl Johan Avenue
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