Set back behind a new front fence, this Hilltop cottage greets you with a large porch bookended by mature trees; the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee or evening tea. Inside, natural light flows through updated windows, illuminating the tall ceilings & engineered hardwood floors that anchor the main level. Real wood floating shelves span an entire wall, adding storage without closing in the space. A new ceiling fan, new light fixtures, & new interior paint create a fresh, clean canvas to move into. Two main floor bedrooms near the bathroom make for flexible use: a home office, guest space, or growing household. Or, retreat to the large 2nd floor primary bedroom for privacy, organize your walk-in closet, or create a beautiful new space out of the large unfinished attic. Behind the scenes, the systems have been handled: modern electrical, updated sewer line, house & garage roof, attic insulation, exterior paint, windows, & hardwired smoke detectors are already handled. Outside, fruit trees & garden space give this lot purpose beyond mowing, while the garage off a dead-end alley offers additional parking, storage, or space to expand the backyard. When you’re ready to enjoy the city, you’re only minutes from iconic restaurants, coffee shops, parks, & community spaces; or hop on the Link Light rail to enjoy the Stadium District or Downtown Tacoma. If you’re seeking a little slice of stillness amongst all the opportunities of city access, this is the perfect home for you.
Pending inspection
Listed by: Best Choice Realty • Hannah Gilmore
$414,950
1514 S L Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
3beds
1,116sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1902
7,000 Square Feet Lot
$416,500 Zestimate®
$372/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Tall ceilingsEngineered hardwood floorsWalk-in closetNew light fixturesNew ceiling fanNew interior paint
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Hannah Gilmore,
Best Choice Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2570384
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Utility/Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Vinyl
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,116
- Total interior livable area: 1,116 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 7,000 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Fully
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 2015240041
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,1 1/2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1902
- Major remodel year: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: TPU
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: TPU
- Water: Public, Company: TPU
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hilltop
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $372/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $375,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,098
- Date on market: 8/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$416,500
$396,000 - $437,000
$2,254/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/23/2026 | Pending sale | $414,950$372/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2570384 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $414,950+13.3%$372/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2570384 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2023 | Sold | $366,400+166.9%$328/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2010 | Sold | $137,300+5.7%$123/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #10953 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2010 | Price change | $129,950-10.3%$116/sqft |
Source: Cevado Technologies #10953 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2010 | Price change | $144,950-12.1%$130/sqft |
Source: Cevado Technologies #10953 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2009 | Listed for sale | $164,950+53.4%$148/sqft |
Source: Cevado Technologies #10953 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2004 | Sold | $107,500$96/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #24045264 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,098 +0.7% | $375,700 +0.6% |
| 2024 | $4,068 +3.8% | $373,400 +6.1% |
| 2023 | $3,920 +1018% | $351,900 +456.1% |
| 2022 | $351 -6.2% | $63,280 |
| 2021 | $374 -17% | $63,280 -71.3% |
| 2019 | $451 | $220,200 +13% |
| 2018 | -- | $194,800 +23.1% |
| 2017 | $2,138 +10.8% | $158,200 +36.4% |
| 2016 | $1,929 | $116,000 +4.7% |
| 2014 | $1,929 +10% | $110,800 +5.6% |
| 2013 | $1,754 | $104,900 +5.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $99,800 -16.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $119,000 -11% |
| 2010 | -- | $133,700 -17.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $162,900 -3% |
| 2008 | $1,956 +0% | $168,000 +0.6% |
| 2007 | $1,956 +41.3% | $167,000 +106.7% |
| 2002 | $1,384 +65.3% | $80,800 |
| 2001 | $838 | $80,800 |
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Neighborhood: Central
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Stanley Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Hilltop Heritage Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Stadium High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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