Step into the timeless charm of this classic 1920s home, where character and comfort come together beautifully. The main floor offers an open and spacious layout that feels welcoming from the moment you enter. A large kitchen features quality cabinetry & generous storage, making it both practical and inviting for everyday living and entertaining. Throughout the home, original built-in cabinets dating back to the 1920s add warmth, quality craftsmanship & historic character that you simply can’t replicate in newer homes. The large living room is centered around a cozy gas fireplace, creating the perfect gathering space for relaxing evenings or hosting friends. Two comfortable bedrooms are located on the main floor, including a primary suite complete with a walk-in closet & a private full bathroom. The additional hall bathroom is spacious and tastefully updated with modern finishes. Upstairs you will find a bonus room that leads to the third bedroom—ideal for a home office, guest room, hobby space, or media room. Outside, the detached two-car garage includes built-in workbenches & a large storage room, offering excellent space for projects, tools, or additional storage. The home is also conveniently located within walking distance of Ryan’s Park. Surrounded on three sides by residential homes and bordered by a scenic greenbelt, this 5.1-acre neighborhood park features walking paths, a playground, BBQ areas & picnic tables—perfect for enjoying the outdoors close to home.
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Listed by: Coldwell Banker Danforth
Bought with: HomeSmart Realty Group
$419,950
230 S 79th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
3beds
1,606sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
5,000.69 Square Feet Lot
$419,300 Zestimate®
$261/sqft
$2,391 Estimated rent
Home value
$419,300
$398,000 - $440,000
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Cozy gas fireplaceLarge kitchenDetached two-car garageOpen and spacious layoutQuality cabinetryGenerous storage
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Listed by:
Glover Weiss,
Coldwell Banker Danforth
Bought with:
Marleen Brozovich, 123556
HomeSmart Realty Group
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2487602
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Laundry room
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,606
- Total interior livable area: 1,606 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5,000 sqft
- Dimensions: 48 x 100
- Features: Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Outbuildings, Shop
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 7680000290
- Zoning: TAC
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,1 1/2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1927
- Major remodel year: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: TPU
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: TPU
- Water: Public, Company: TPU
- Utilities for property: Comcast, Comcast
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Tacoma
- Subdivision: South Tacoma
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Cumulative days on market: 43 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Sold | $419,950$261/sqft |
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| 4/29/2026 | Pending sale | $419,950$261/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $419,950-4.5%$261/sqft |
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| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $439,950$274/sqft |
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| 4/14/2026 | Pending sale | $439,950$274/sqft |
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| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $439,950$274/sqft |
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| 3/29/2026 | Pending sale | $439,950$274/sqft |
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| 3/19/2026 | Price change | $439,950-4.3%$274/sqft |
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| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $459,950+293.1%$286/sqft |
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| 4/13/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/6/2021 | Price change | $2,491+4.4%$2/sqft |
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| 3/17/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,385$1/sqft |
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| 3/10/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/3/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,385+3.9%$1/sqft |
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| 2/23/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/9/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,295+9.5%$1/sqft |
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| 8/21/2019 | Listing removed | $2,095$1/sqft |
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| 7/19/2019 | Price change | $2,095-1.4%$1/sqft |
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| 6/28/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,125+23.2%$1/sqft |
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| 5/30/2016 | Listing removed | $1,725+29.2%$1/sqft |
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| 5/23/2014 | Listing removed | $1,335$1/sqft |
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| 5/22/2014 | Price change | $1,335-4.6%$1/sqft |
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| 4/22/2014 | Price change | $1,400+12%$1/sqft |
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| 4/17/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 8/20/2013 | Listing removed | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 8/17/2013 | Listed for rent | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 3/7/2013 | Sold | $117,000-51.2%$73/sqft |
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| 8/20/2007 | Sold | $240,000+54.3%$149/sqft |
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| 9/22/2005 | Sold | $155,500$97/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,486 +5.4% | $411,900 +7.8% |
| 2023 | $4,255 -1.1% | $382,000 -7.7% |
| 2022 | $4,301 +6.7% | $414,000 +17.9% |
| 2021 | $4,030 +27.8% | $351,200 +32.1% |
| 2019 | $3,152 -5.2% | $265,900 +9.7% |
| 2018 | $3,325 +12.4% | $242,400 +15.2% |
| 2017 | $2,958 +15% | $210,400 +33.2% |
| 2016 | $2,573 | $158,000 +6.8% |
| 2014 | $2,573 +14.5% | $147,900 +14.1% |
| 2013 | $2,246 | $129,600 +1.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $127,900 -16% |
| 2011 | -- | $152,200 -9.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $168,500 -8.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $184,900 -5.2% |
| 2008 | $2,186 +0% | $195,000 +4.4% |
| 2007 | $2,186 +26% | $186,700 +84.3% |
| 2002 | $1,735 +5.8% | $101,300 |
| 2001 | $1,641 | $101,300 +8.3% |
| 2000 | $1,641 | $93,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: South End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Fern Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Baker Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Mt Tahoma High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Birney
- Middle: Baker
- 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.
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- Washington
- Pierce County
- Tacoma
- 98408
- South End
- 230 S 79th Street
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