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Listed by: Better Properties UP/Fircrest • Steven M Hiatt

Est. $526,900

221 S 57th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408

3beds

2,308sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1937

5,998 Square Feet Lot

$526,900 Zestimate^®

$228/sqft

$-- HOA

Overview

Charming Opportunity Awaits! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is ready for you to restore its charm and make it your own—whether as a primary residence, investment, or flip project. The original wood floors on the main level are just waiting to shine again. Bring character and style to the kitchen and bathroom with your personal touch. The full basement, complete with a second entrance, offers potential for a 4th bedroom and a game room. Recent updates include a new roof, gutters, and downspouts. Outside, a 2-car garage and carport provide ample space, though they could use a little TLC. This architectural gem offers incredible potential—don’t miss your chance to bring it back to life!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Level: Main

Bedroom

Level: Main

Bedroom

Level: Main

Bathroom full

Level: Main

Other

Level: Main

Bonus room

Level: Main

Den office

Level: Main

Dining room

Level: Main

Entry hall

Level: Main

Kitchen with eating space

Level: Main

Living room

Level: Main

Heating

Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas

Cooling

None

Features

Basement: Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,308
Total interior livable area: 2,308 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached Garage
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Entry location: Main
Patio & porch: Fireplace

Lot

Size: 5,998 Square Feet
Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Topography: Level

Details

Parcel number: 5620001370
Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Stucco
Foundation: Poured Concrete
Roof: Torch Down

Condition

Fixer
Year built: 1937
Major remodel year: 1961

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Company: TPU/PSE
Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: TPU
Water: Public, Company: TPU

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Se Tacoma

Location

Region: Tacoma

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $228/sqft
Tax assessed value: $364,900
Annual tax amount: $3,803
Date on market: 9/25/2024
Cumulative days on market: 548 days
Listing terms: Conventional,Rehab Loan

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Estimated market value

$526,900

$501,000 - $553,000

$2,733/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
12/15/2025	Sold	$110,995-65.8%$48/sqft
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11/26/2024	Sold	$325,000-7.1%$141/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2300318 Report a problem
10/26/2024	Pending sale	$350,000$152/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2300318 Report a problem
10/9/2024	Listed for sale	$350,000+268.4%$152/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2300318 Report a problem
5/18/2009	Sold	$95,000-15.2%$41/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #29044956 Report a problem
4/18/2009	Price change	$112,000-4.3%$49/sqft
Source: skyline properties #29044956 Report a problem
4/4/2009	Listed for sale	$117,000+21.7%$51/sqft
Source: skyline properties #29044956 Report a problem
1/26/2009	Sold	$96,120-41.5%$42/sqft
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11/22/2005	Sold	$164,320+24.8%$71/sqft
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10/9/2003	Sold	$131,650$57/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$5,962 +56.8%	$364,900 +6.9%
2023	$3,803 -0.4%	$341,300 -7.1%
2022	$3,817 -3%	$367,300 +7.1%
2021	$3,937 +30%	$343,100 +32.3%
2019	$3,029 -5.9%	$259,300 +11.3%
2018	$3,218 +11.1%	$232,900 +14.4%
2017	$2,897 -1.2%	$203,600 +11.9%
2016	$2,932	$181,900 +7.9%
2014	$2,932 +15.1%	$168,600 +14.5%
2013	$2,547	$147,300 +1.5%
2012	--	$145,100 -17.8%
2011	--	$176,600 -9.1%
2010	--	$194,300 -9.5%
2009	--	$214,600 -5.3%
2008	$2,752 +0%	$226,700 -3.6%
2007	$2,752 +20%	$235,200 +75.7%
2002	$2,293 +4.2%	$133,900
2001	$2,200	$133,900 +6.8%
2000	$2,200	$125,400

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Monthly payment

Estimated monthly payment$1,822

Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: South End

Getting around

72 / 100

Very Walkable

54 / 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

3/10
Fawcett Elementary School
Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
4/10
Stewart Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
1/10
Mt Tahoma High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Fawcett
Middle: Stewart
High: Mt Tahoma

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.