Charm meets incredible opportunity in this 1924 Craftsman Bungalow! Situated on a spacious 6,500 SF corner lot with alley access, this Tacoma gem features a thoughtful layout with 2 bedrooms and a full bath on the main level, plus an upstairs primary suite with a half bath. The bright living room boasts a cozy wood-burning fireplace and a classic period archway leading to a spacious kitchen with an eating area, stainless steel appliances, and a newer dishwasher. Recent updates include new carpet and refreshed bathroom vanities, new water heater in 2024. Outside, the fully fenced backyard is perfect for entertaining, alongside a detached 2-car garage (featuring a partial room conversion that can easily be changed back) with alley access, and additional off-street or RV parking. The Real Bonus: Zoned UR-3 in Tacoma's Urban Residential district, this lot opens the door to amazing future development possibilities like DADUs or rowhouses. Whether you're looking for a move-in ready home with room to grow or a smart investment, this property checks every box. Conveniently located near freeways, shopping, dining, and the Tacoma Mall!
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Listed by: SPIRE ONE Realty • Erin Corwin
Bought with: John L. Scott, Inc.
$405,000
3802 S Ainsworth Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98418
3beds
1,424sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
6,499 Square Feet Lot
$404,900 Zestimate®
$284/sqft
$2,681 Estimated rent
Home value
$404,900
$385,000 - $425,000
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Cozy wood-burning fireplaceThoughtful layoutNewer dishwasherStainless steel appliancesClassic period archway
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Listed by:
Erin Corwin,
SPIRE ONE Realty
Bought with:
Josefino Llesis, 23004869
John L. Scott, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2538424
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Second
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Bath Off Primary
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,424
- Total interior livable area: 1,424 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Fireplace
Lot
- Size: 6,499 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, High Speed Internet, Patio, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 8935020350
- Zoning: UR3
- 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
- Wood Siding, Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Average
- Year built: 1924
- Major remodel year: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Tacoma
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $284/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $361,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,938
- Date on market: 7/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2026 | Sold | $405,000+1.5%$284/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2538424 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2026 | Pending sale | $399,000$280/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2538424 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,000+48.6%$280/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2538424 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2019 | Sold | $268,500+4.3%$189/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1514877 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2019 | Pending sale | $257,500$181/sqft |
Source: Gateway Real Estate #1514877 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2019 | Listed for sale | $257,500+98.2%$181/sqft |
Source: Gateway Real Estate #1514877 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2010 | Sold | $129,950$91/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #125585 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2010 | Listed for sale | $129,950+104.6%$91/sqft |
Source: Ocean Pacific Realty #125585 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2010 | Sold | $63,500-45%$45/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2009 | Listing removed | $115,500$81/sqft |
Source: ERA Premier Realty Associates #29013624 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2009 | Price change | $115,500-9.1%$81/sqft |
Source: ERA Premier Realty Associates #29013624 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2009 | Listed for sale | $127,000$89/sqft |
Source: ERA Premier Realty Associates #29013624 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2009 | Listing removed | $127,000$89/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2009 | Listed for sale | $127,000-18.6%$89/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2009 | Sold | $155,934-13.4%$110/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2006 | Sold | $180,000$126/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,938 +4.3% | $361,500 +6.6% |
| 2023 | $3,777 -2.5% | $339,000 -9% |
| 2022 | $3,872 +8.6% | $372,600 +19.9% |
| 2021 | $3,566 +32.8% | $310,700 +30.4% |
| 2019 | $2,684 -6.5% | $238,300 +15.5% |
| 2018 | $2,870 +17.1% | $206,300 +13.7% |
| 2017 | $2,451 +12.6% | $181,500 +36.8% |
| 2016 | $2,177 | $132,700 +6.1% |
| 2014 | $2,177 +14% | $125,100 +8% |
| 2013 | $1,910 | $115,800 +6.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $108,700 -16.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $129,500 -3.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $133,900 -13.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $154,700 -6.9% |
| 2008 | $2,148 +8% | $166,100 -2.2% |
| 2007 | $1,989 +39.2% | $169,800 +103.6% |
| 2002 | $1,429 +8.3% | $83,400 |
| 2001 | $1,320 | $83,400 +10.9% |
| 2000 | $1,320 | $75,200 |
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Neighborhood: South End
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- Pierce County
- Tacoma
- 98418
- South End
- 3802 S Ainsworth Avenue
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