Step into timeless charm with this impeccably maintained 1947 Craftsman in South Tacoma! This mid-century gem blends vintage character with modern comfort, featuring beautiful original details, rich woodwork built-ins, and original oak hardwood under carpet. The living area is full of natural light and classic charm, while the updated systems—including new heat pump with air conditioning—ensure year-round comfort. A large 2 car detached garage offers ample storage, workspace, & parking, possible DADU? The fully fenced yard is perfect for gardening, pets, or entertaining. A rare opportunity to own a truly preserved piece of Tacoma history in a convenient location close to shopping, dining, parks, and freeways. Move-in ready and full of soul!
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Listed by: Gateway Real Estate • Jenah Mahan
Bought with: Keller Williams Realty PS
$390,000
1517 S 54th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
2beds
775sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1944
6,398 Square Feet Lot
$388,200 Zestimate®
$503/sqft
$2,011 Estimated rent
Home value
$388,200
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Modern comfortNatural lightOriginal oak hardwoodRich woodwork built-insFully fenced yardVintage characterBeautiful original details
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Listed by:
Jenah Mahan,
Gateway Real Estate
Bought with:
Jamie Parker, 22008350
Keller Williams Realty PS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2407483
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: electric, Water Heater Location: basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 775
- Total interior livable area: 775 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 6,398 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Sidewalk, Fenced-Fully, Gated Entry, Outbuildings, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level,Terraces
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 4645252561
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1944
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: tpu
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: tpu
- Water: Public, Company: tpu
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Tacoma
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $503/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $332,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,628
- Date on market: 9/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 199 days
- Listing terms: Assumable,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/29/2025 | Sold | $390,000-2.5%$503/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Pending sale | $399,950$516/sqft |
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| 9/1/2025 | Price change | $399,950-3.6%$516/sqft |
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| 8/7/2025 | Price change | $414,950-2.4%$535/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $425,000$548/sqft |
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| 10/9/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/30/2023 | Price change | $1,800-2.7%$2/sqft |
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| 9/18/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,850$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,628 +39% | $332,900 +42.3% |
| 2023 | $2,611 | $234,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: South End
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Angelo Giaudrone Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mann
- Middle: Giaudrone Mid Sch
- High: Lincoln High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Washington
- Pierce County
- Tacoma
- 98408
- South End
- 1517 S 54th Street
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