Located on a 9,971 sq ft corner lot, this 2-story home offers 2,256 sq ft (1,128 per level) a partially finished basement w/multiple living areas, ideal for renovation, reconfiguration, or value-add upside. Main floor includes living, dining, galley kitchen, 2 beds (including large primary) + full bath. Lower level adds ¾ bath + extra living space. Attached 2-car garage, ample parking, and quick access to I-5 for easy commuting to the Port, JBLM, and major employment hubs. Across from a newly planned community development & surrounded by newer homes, the location signals ongoing growth & long-term potential. A rare project with scale, access & upside in a neighborhood on the rise.
Pending
Listed by: Windermere Real Estate Co. • Jay Glenn Harrison
$389,950
1620 E Columbia Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98404
3beds
2,256sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$2,452/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
9,970 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ample parkingGalley kitchen
- 203 days |
- 65 |
- 2 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jay Glenn Harrison,
Windermere Real Estate Co.,
Kylee Hill,
Windermere Abode
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2465548
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s)
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,256
- Total interior livable area: 2,256 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room
Lot
- Size: 9,970 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, High Speed Internet
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 5005090010
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Average
- Year built: 1967
- Major remodel year: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: East Tacoma
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $348,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,672
- Date on market: 2/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 166 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,970/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Pending sale | $389,950$173/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $389,950$173/sqft |
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| 4/21/2026 | Pending sale | $389,950$173/sqft |
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| 4/13/2026 | Price change | $389,950-13.3%$173/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000$199/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Pending sale | $450,000$199/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000-76.2%$199/sqft |
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| 6/16/2020 | Sold | $1,890,000-21.3%$838/sqft |
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| 5/30/2019 | Pending sale | $2,400,000$1,064/sqft |
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| 5/15/2019 | Listed for sale | $2,400,000+213.7%$1,064/sqft |
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| 2/13/2018 | Listing removed | $765,000$339/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2017 | Listed for sale | $765,000$339/sqft |
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| 12/15/2017 | Pending sale | $765,000$339/sqft |
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| 12/15/2017 | Listed for sale | $765,000+8.5%$339/sqft |
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| 11/29/2017 | Listing removed | $1,395$1/sqft |
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| 11/8/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,395$1/sqft |
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| 8/7/2017 | Sold | $705,000$313/sqft |
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| 7/27/2017 | Price change | $705,000+42.4%$313/sqft |
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| 5/24/2017 | Pending sale | $495,000$219/sqft |
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| 4/25/2017 | Price change | $495,000-14.6%$219/sqft |
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| 11/29/2016 | Price change | $579,950+5.5%$257/sqft |
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| 9/27/2016 | Price change | $549,950-7.6%$244/sqft |
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| 4/27/2016 | Listed for sale | $595,000$264/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $3,915 +2.6% | $348,200 +15.6% |
| 2018 | $3,816 +8.7% | $301,200 +24.7% |
| 2017 | $3,511 +13.7% | $241,500 +24.2% |
| 2016 | $3,087 | $194,500 +9.6% |
| 2014 | $3,087 +17.4% | $177,500 +12.1% |
| 2013 | $2,630 | $158,300 +5.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $149,800 -23.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $196,300 -21.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $248,700 +43.1% |
| 2001 | $2,748 | $173,800 +11% |
| 2000 | $2,748 | $156,600 |
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Neighborhood: Eastside-ENACT
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10First Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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