2-bedroom, 1-bath home with 760 SF on a 2,850 SF lot in Central Tacoma. Single-level floor plan with main-level living, efficient use of space, and fenced outdoor area for added privacy and utility. Recent updates include stainless steel appliances, newer gas furnace, Bath Fitter tub/shower combo, and refreshed interior and exterior paint. Spacious mud/utility room provides additional storage and workspace. Alley-access parking plus space for RV or boat parking. Property has documented rental history, including prior long-term occupancy and recent rental listing history, offering flexibility for owner-occupants or investors. Public water, sewer, natural gas, and high-speed internet available. Located approximately 0.7 miles to Tacoma General Hospital, 1.2 miles to Tacoma Link light rail, 1.5 miles to downtown Tacoma, and with quick access to I-5 and Hwy 16. Near grocery, transit, and service access. Patio and fenced yard expand outdoor functionality. Opportunity for primary residence or income-producing investment. One year home warranty included!
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Listed by: CnR Realty • Nakita Thierry
$315,000
1916 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405
2beds
760sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,981/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
2,848 Square Feet Lot
$312,800 Zestimate®
$414/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Alley-access parkingNewer gas furnaceStainless steel appliances
- 44 days |
- 1,373 |
- 83 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: Jun 16
Listed by:
Nakita Thierry,
CnR Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2538016
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
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Forced Air
Features
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 760
- Total interior livable area: 760 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 2,848 Square Feet
- Features: Patio
Details
- Parcel number: 2019220040
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1895
- Major remodel year: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Central Tacoma
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $414/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $287,700
- Annual tax amount: $3,137
- Offers reviewed: 06/16/2026
- Date on market: 1/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 193 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$312,800
$297,000 - $328,000
$2,015/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $315,000-15.4%$414/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2538016 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2023 | Price change | $2,300-8%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,500$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2022 | Sold | $372,549-1.9%$490/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1977839 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2022 | Pending sale | $379,950$500/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1977839 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $379,950+133.1%$500/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1977839 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2017 | Sold | $163,000+1.9%$214/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1158426 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2017 | Pending sale | $159,999$211/sqft |
Source: Nations Realty, LLC #1158426 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2017 | Price change | $159,999-5.9%$211/sqft |
Source: Nations Realty, LLC #1158426 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2017 | Listed for sale | $169,999+17.2%$224/sqft |
Source: Nations Realty, LLC #1158426 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2006 | Sold | $145,000+186.6%$191/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2002 | Sold | $50,600+29.7%$67/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #22017360 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/1999 | Sold | $39,000+69.6%$51/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/1998 | Sold | $23,000-53.5%$30/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/1996 | Sold | $49,444$65/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,137 +3.6% | $287,700 +5.9% |
| 2023 | $3,028 +3.7% | $271,600 -3.2% |
| 2022 | $2,920 +12.1% | $280,700 +23.9% |
| 2021 | $2,604 +36.1% | $226,600 +36.5% |
| 2019 | $1,913 +16.1% | $166,000 +13.1% |
| 2018 | $1,648 +16.9% | $146,800 +41.2% |
| 2017 | $1,410 +10.9% | $104,000 +36.3% |
| 2016 | $1,271 | $76,300 +4.7% |
| 2014 | $1,271 +8.1% | $72,900 +5.3% |
| 2013 | $1,176 | $69,200 +3.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $66,800 -16% |
| 2011 | -- | $79,500 -15.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $93,700 -18.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $114,500 -3.2% |
| 2008 | $1,378 | $118,300 +0.7% |
| 2007 | $1,378 +71.4% | $117,500 +150.5% |
| 2002 | $804 +7.2% | $46,900 |
| 2001 | $750 | $46,900 +9.8% |
| 2000 | $750 | $42,700 |
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Neighborhood: Central
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Edna Travis ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Hilltop Heritage Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Stadium High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Travis
- Middle: Hilltop Heritage Middle
- High: Stadium
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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