Here is your opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind historic duplex in Tacoma's Hilltop neighborhood. Converted to a duplex shortly after construction, this classic home offers timeless character, strong income potential, and room to add value. Rescued and thoughtfully restored in the 1980s, it's now ready for its next chapter. The upper 2-bedroom unit has benefited from significant updates, including beautifully refinished original hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and new kitchen cabinetry, while retaining its historic charm. The lower unit offers an excellent opportunity for similar improvements, allowing the next owner to build additional equity. Both units are currently occupied, providing immediate rental income from day one. Whether you're an investor or looking to expand your portfolio with a unique property, this historic duplex is full of potential.
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Listed by: Meridian Real Estate Group • Eric D. Crittendon
$565,000
2152 S -54 J St Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
4beds
2baths
2,679sqft
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Get pre-qualified$3,554/mo
Duplex, Multi Family
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$211/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New kitchen cabinetryFresh interior paint
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Listed by:
Eric D. Crittendon,
Meridian Real Estate Group,
Heather Crittendon,
Meridian Real Estate Group
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2544823
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,679
- Total interior livable area: 2,679 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 4,199 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Details
- Parcel number: 7685001650
- Zoning description: Multi-Family,Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Duplex
- Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Materials
- Wood Products
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Fair
- Year built: 1900
- Major remodel year: 1962
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: $211/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $5,351
- Date on market: 7/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,Rehab Loan,VA Loan
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $565,000$211/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Central
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Edna Travis ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Hilltop Heritage Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 7/10Stadium High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
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