Charming historical cottage tucked away on a large, level lot in South Tacoma; this property is brimming with potential to make your homesteading or new-build dreams come true! Set far back from the street, the house’s post-war character shines with a gable roofline, brick chimney and boxy design. The cheery green front door invites you into the main floor. The dining room is open to the the kitchen, which has dark cabinets, a double-basin stainless sink and dishwasher & black appliances. The living room has a mountain mural, an arched built-in shelf and plenty of light! The main floor includes a ¾ bathroom w/shower and another PNW mural, plus the laundry nook with a stacked washer+dryer. The walnut-colored flooring throughout makes for easy cleaning & carpeted stairs lead you up to the airy loft-style bedroom! Outside, mature trees offer shade and fruit, and it seems the whole yard is in bloom. Blackberries hang over the chicken coop with space for the whole flock. The yard is ready for entertaining, with a big metal basin fire pit and space for everyone. The almost-fully fenced yard (just add a front gate!) also has a spacious shed & raised flower beds. This property offers could offer the unique opportunity for someone to live in the current home, while building a DADU in the front of the lot! Or, the lot offers abundant space to create the gardens of your dreams. The property has alley access to two driveway spots and plentiful off-street parking. New sewer line in 2025!
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Listed by: Realty One Group Turn Key • Robyn Rodriguez
$304,999
509 S 60th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
1beds
660sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
5,998 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$462/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Airy loft-style bedroomPlentiful off-street parkingBrick chimneyArched built-in shelfWalnut-colored flooring throughoutDishwasher and black appliancesPlenty of light
- 22 days |
- 651 |
- 69 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robyn Rodriguez,
Realty One Group Turn Key
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2560249
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
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: Utility Room
Features
- Loft
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 660
- Total interior livable area: 660 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, RV Parking
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Loft, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks, Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5,998 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 120 ft x 50 ft
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, RV Parking
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 6690001220
- Zoning: TAC
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 1/2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Fair
- Year built: 1946
- Major remodel year: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Tacoma
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $462/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $262,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,766
- Date on market: 7/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,819/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $304,9990%$462/sqft |
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| 7/17/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,500$2/sqft |
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| 11/23/2022 | Sold | $305,000+5.2%$462/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1978029 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2022 | Pending sale | $290,000$439/sqft |
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| 10/17/2022 | Price change | $290,000-1.7%$439/sqft |
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| 10/1/2022 | Price change | $295,000-3.3%$447/sqft |
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| 9/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $305,000$462/sqft |
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| 9/22/2022 | Pending sale | $305,000$462/sqft |
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| 9/16/2022 | Price change | $305,000-1.6%$462/sqft |
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| 9/7/2022 | Price change | $310,000-1.6%$470/sqft |
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| 8/30/2022 | Price change | $315,000-1.6%$477/sqft |
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| 8/21/2022 | Price change | $320,000-1.5%$485/sqft |
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| 8/12/2022 | Price change | $325,000-1.5%$492/sqft |
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| 8/5/2022 | Listed for sale | $330,000+112.9%$500/sqft |
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| 11/21/2017 | Sold | $155,000+10.7%$235/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1194524 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2017 | Pending sale | $140,000$212/sqft |
Source: Windermere Professional Partners #1194524 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2017 | Price change | $140,000-2.8%$212/sqft |
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| 8/17/2017 | Listed for sale | $144,000+26.2%$218/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2017 | Listing removed | $114,091+14.1%$173/sqft |
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| 12/22/2016 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 6/8/2005 | Sold | $100,000+376.2%$152/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #25056950 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/1997 | Sold | $21,000$32/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,868 +3.7% | $262,600 +3.5% |
| 2024 | $2,766 +4.1% | $253,600 +6.4% |
| 2023 | $2,659 +6.2% | $238,300 -0.9% |
| 2022 | $2,502 +8.3% | $240,400 +19.7% |
| 2021 | $2,310 +43.5% | $200,900 +40.9% |
| 2019 | $1,610 +1.1% | $142,600 +15.6% |
| 2018 | $1,591 -10.7% | $123,400 +22.9% |
| 2017 | $1,783 +1739.7% | $100,400 +32.6% |
| 2016 | $97 | $75,700 +7.1% |
| 2014 | $97 +283.2% | $70,700 +13.1% |
| 2013 | $25 | $62,500 +0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $62,100 -20.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $78,300 -15.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $92,200 -9.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $102,200 -8.3% |
| 2008 | $148 | $111,500 -3.9% |
| 2007 | $148 -85.1% | $116,000 +100.3% |
| 2002 | $992 +8.1% | $57,900 |
| 2001 | $918 | $57,900 +10.7% |
| 2000 | $918 | $52,300 |
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Neighborhood: South End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Fawcett Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Angelo Giaudrone Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 1/10Mt Tahoma High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fawcett
- Middle: Giaudrone Mid Sch
- 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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