Don't miss this charming 1 bedroom, 1 bath home sitting on a generous lot with serious upside! Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking to invest, this property checks all the boxes. Inside you'll find a bright, functional layout that's easy to live in. The kitchen offers comfortable everyday functionality, & the living space flows naturally for low-maintenance living. The real story here is the lot — plenty of room to spread out, garden, or explore ADU/second dwelling potential (buyer to verify w/ City of Tacoma). Alley access at the rear opens up extra possibilities for parking, storage, or future development with some configuring. Located close to shopping, schools, & easy access to I-5. Schedule your showing today!
Active
Listed by: eXp Realty • Berklee Olson
$280,000
5015 S Thompson Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98408
2beds
588sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
5,749 Square Feet Lot
$281,300 Zestimate®
$476/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bright functional layoutGenerous lotLiving space flows naturally
- 56 days
- 999
- 85
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Berklee Olson,
eXp Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2551926
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Ductless, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless
Features
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 588
- Total interior livable area: 588 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Fireplace
Lot
- Size: 5,749 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 7785002410
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1925
- Major remodel year: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Tacoma
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $476/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $280,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,009
- Date on market: 8/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 28 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$281,300
$267,000 - $295,000
$1,737/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $280,000$476/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2551926 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2026 | Pending sale | $280,000$476/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2551926 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $280,000$476/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2551926 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2026 | Pending sale | $280,000$476/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2551926 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $280,000+129.5%$476/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #2551926 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2018 | Sold | $122,000+111.8%$207/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1343378 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2000 | Sold | $57,588$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,062 +1.8% | $280,400 +1.6% |
| 2024 | $3,009 +4.1% | $275,900 +6.4% |
| 2023 | $2,891 +3.3% | $259,200 -3.6% |
| 2022 | $2,799 +11.4% | $269,000 +23.1% |
| 2021 | $2,513 +39.2% | $218,600 +36.5% |
| 2019 | $1,805 -1.7% | $160,100 +15.6% |
| 2018 | $1,837 +31.8% | $138,500 +19.4% |
| 2017 | $1,395 | $116,000 +37.6% |
| 2016 | $1,395 | $84,300 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $1,395 +123.8% | $80,000 +8% |
| 2013 | $623 | $74,100 +4.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $70,800 -18.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $86,400 -8.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $94,500 -12.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $108,300 -9.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $119,600 -2.6% |
| 2007 | $1,440 +57% | $122,800 +128.3% |
| 2002 | $917 +6.6% | $53,800 +0.6% |
| 2001 | $861 | $53,500 +9.2% |
| 2000 | $861 | $49,000 |
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Neighborhood: South End
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mann
- Middle: Giaudrone Mid Sch
- High: Lincoln High
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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