Charming and thoughtfully updated Craftsman with a peek-a-boo view of Mount Rainier from the inviting front porch! This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 640 sq ft of beautifully finished living space, plus a 336 sq ft unfinished basement—perfect for storage. Enjoy your private outdoor spaces, including a covered deck, spacious front yard, and fully fenced backyard—all with no HOA. Inside, the home shines with a refreshed kitchen featuring new cabinetry, stone countertops, and stainless steel appliances, along with durable LVP flooring throughout. The bright and comfortable living room offers plenty of space to gather and entertain. Situated on a generous 6,000 sq ft lot with mature privacy trees, this property also includes a detached garage, additional off-street parking, and space for a dog run or garden. The basement provides ample storage and added flexibility. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, bus lines, I-5, and a quick drive to JBLM, this Tacoma gem blends charm, function, and accessibility in one adorable package.
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Listed by: Real Broker LLC
Bought with: Redfin
$345,000
509 S 56th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
1beds
976sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
5,998.21 Square Feet Lot
$347,200 Zestimate®
$353/sqft
$2,103 Estimated rent
Home value
$347,200
$330,000 - $365,000
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Additional off-street parkingSpacious front yardDetached garageCovered deckFully fenced backyardDurable lvp flooring throughoutPrivate outdoor spaces
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Listed by:
Katie Merritt,
Real Broker LLC,
Aaron N. Thomas,
Real Broker LLC
Bought with:
Jon Jacobs, 111484
Redfin
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2507667
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
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: Main
Heating
- Ductless, Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Bathroom Closet
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Vinyl Plank
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 976
- Total interior livable area: 976 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dining Room, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 5,998 sqft
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Fully, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 4325001260
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Products
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1920
- Major remodel year: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: TPU
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: TPU
- Water: Public, Company: TPU
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Tacoma
- Subdivision: South Tacoma
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Cumulative days on market: 62 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Sold | $345,000-1.3%$353/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2507667 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Pending sale | $349,500$358/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2507667 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $349,500-6.8%$358/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2507667 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000+25.4%$384/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2507667 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2022 | Sold | $299,000$306/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1962234 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2022 | Pending sale | $299,000$306/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1962234 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2022 | Listed for sale | $299,000+45.9%$306/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1962234 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2022 | Sold | $205,000$210/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1875254 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2022 | Pending sale | $205,000$210/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1875254 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,523 +3.2% | $323,300 +5.6% |
| 2023 | $3,413 +1.7% | $306,200 -5.2% |
| 2022 | $3,357 +7.5% | $322,900 +18.8% |
| 2021 | $3,122 +38.4% | $271,900 +38.3% |
| 2019 | $2,255 | $196,600 +13.5% |
| 2018 | -- | $173,200 +19.7% |
| 2017 | $1,749 | $144,700 +35.5% |
| 2016 | $1,749 | $106,800 +6.4% |
| 2014 | $1,749 +127.8% | $100,400 +10.5% |
| 2013 | $768 | $90,900 +4.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $87,300 -21.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $110,900 -5.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $117,100 -12.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $133,300 -9.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $147,100 -0.5% |
| 2007 | $1,733 +28.7% | $147,900 +88.2% |
| 2002 | $1,347 +11.2% | $78,600 |
| 2001 | $1,211 | $78,600 +13.9% |
| 2000 | $1,211 | $69,000 |
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Neighborhood: South End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Angelo Giaudrone Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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- Pierce County
- Tacoma
- 98408
- South End
- 509 S 56th Street
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