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    • Listed by: Keller Williams Rty Tacoma • Justin C. Smith
    Bought with: Coldwell Banker Danforth
    $480,000

    228 S 55th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408

    4beds
    2,574sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1928
    4,800 Square Feet Lot
    $480,000 Zestimate®
    $186/sqft
    $3,080 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $480,000

    $456,000 - $504,000

    $3,080/mo

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    What's special

    Cozy wood-burning fireplaceTimeless craftsman charmStylish modern updatesRemodeled kitchenGorgeous hardwood floorsLarge fully fenced backyardCharming sunlit breakfast nook
    Timeless Craftsman charm & stylish modern updates come together in this beautifully maintained South Tacoma home! Nestled in an established neighborhood just minutes from freeways, Tacoma Mall, restaurants, shopping & more, this home offers the perfect blend of character, comfort & convenience. The bright living & dining rooms feature gorgeous hardwood floors, abundant natural light from oversized windows & a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The remodeled kitchen showcases newer stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinet space, LVP flooring & a stylish backsplash. Enjoy your morning coffee or summer breakfasts in the charming sunlit breakfast nook just off the kitchen. The main floor includes a bedroom & full bath, while upstairs you'll find fresh paint, brand-new carpet (2026) & three bedroom (two generously sized!), along with a second full bath. The spacious unfinished basement/garage offers endless possibilities for storage, hobbies, a workshop or future expansion. Step outside to the large, fully fenced backyard, complete with a firepit & storage shed—perfect for summer barbecues, entertaining, gardening or providing plenty of room for your furry friends to play. Major improvements provide peace of mind, including a new sewer line (2019), remodeled kitchen (2021), torch-down roof (2021), exterior paint (2021), interior paint (2021-2026) & new upstairs carpet (2026). A wonderful opportunity to own a move-in ready home with classic character & thoughtful updates throughout!

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    Listed by:

    Justin C. Smith,

    Keller Williams Rty Tacoma

    Bought with:

    Allysha Dahlgren, 20114218

    Coldwell Banker Danforth

    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2540382MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Bedroom
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Bathroom full
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom full
    • Level: Main
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Entry hall
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen with eating space
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Utility room
    • Level: Garage
    Heating
    • Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater Location: Basement
    Features
    • Dining Room
    • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
    • Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,574
    • Total interior livable area: 2,574 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    • Covered spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1
    • Entry location: Main
    • Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Territorial
    Lot
    • Size: 4,800 Square Feet
    • Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet
    • Topography: Level
    • Residential vegetation: Garden Space
    Details
    • Parcel number: 5620001150
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: 1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding, Wood Products
    • Foundation: Poured Concrete
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Year built: 1928
    • Major remodel year: 1986

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Company: TPU
    • 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: $186/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $443,600
    • Annual tax amount: $4,836
    • Date on market: 7/14/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 15 days
    • Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/28/2026Sold$480,000+2.1%$186/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2540382 Report a problem
    6/29/2026Pending sale$469,900$183/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2540382 Report a problem
    6/15/2026Listed for sale$469,900+171.6%$183/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2540382 Report a problem
    7/2/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/14/2023Listed for rent$2,500$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    8/18/2004Sold$173,000+44.2%$67/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #24095489 Report a problem
    9/29/2003Sold$120,000$47/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #23121982 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,837 +3.7%$443,600 +3.5%
    2024$4,665 +3.5%$428,400 +5.8%
    2023$4,509 -3.7%$404,900 -10.2%
    2022$4,682 +5.7%$450,800 +16.7%
    2021$4,430 +30.2%$386,200 +33.3%
    2019$3,403 +2.2%$289,800 +10.7%
    2018$3,328 +13.2%$261,700 +24.3%
    2017$2,942 +17.2%$210,600 +35.6%
    2016$2,510 $155,300 +7.6%
    2014$2,510 +14%$144,300 +9.7%
    2013$2,202 $131,600 +4.9%
    2012-- $125,400 -18.6%
    2011-- $154,100 -3.2%
    2010-- $159,200 -3.5%
    2009-- $165,000 -8%
    2008$2,117 +0%$179,400 -0.8%
    2007$2,117 +1233.8%$180,800 +84.3%
    2002$159 $98,100
    2001-- $98,100 +10.1%
    2000-- $89,100
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: South End

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