This stunning Stadium District home is a piece of history! Designed by renowned architect Fredrick Heath and upgraded for modern convenience, it features the original sawn wood banister and pocket doors, refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, built-ins, new roof, and a gorgeous kitchen remodel--designed to keep the classic style of the home intact. Up the marvelous staircase are four generous-sized bedrooms and two bright bathrooms, plus access to a finished attic with tons of possibilities. Out back, relax on the wood deck, or take advantage of the alley access and landscaping opportunities. Don't miss this chance to own a piece of Tacoma history and hear every guest you host say, "They just don't make homes like this anymore!"
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Listed by: Keller Williams Realty • Colleen Dutmers
Bought with: Keller Williams Realty PS
$992,500
521 N Ainsworth Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98403
5beds
4,730sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
6,499 Square Feet Lot
$1,095,700 Zestimate®
$210/sqft
$4,655 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,095,700
$1.02M - $1.18M
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Wood deckBuilt - insPocket doorsFresh interior paintGenerous - sized bedroomsNew roofMarvelous staircase
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Listed by:
Colleen Dutmers,
Keller Williams Realty
Bought with:
November Parker, 131677
Keller Williams Realty PS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2206290
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwashers_, Dryer(s), GarbageDisposal_, Refrigerators_, StovesRanges_, Washer(s), Dishwasher(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,730
- Total interior livable area: 4,730 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, French Doors, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Pantry, Fireplace, Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 6,499 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 130
- Features: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Shop
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 2035310010
- Zoning description: TAC,Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement/Concrete
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1906
- Major remodel year: 1988
Details
- Builder name: Frederick H. Heath
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: TPU/PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Tacoma Public Utility
- Water: Public, Company: Tacoma Public Utility
- Utilities for property: Rainier Connect
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Old Town
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $210/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $924,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,478
- Date on market: 4/20/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 823 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwashers, Dryers, GarbageDisposal, Refrigerators, StovesRanges, Washers
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/26/2024 | Sold | $992,500+1.8%$210/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2206290 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2024 | Pending sale | $975,000$206/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2206290 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $975,000+75.7%$206/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2206290 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2009 | Sold | $555,000+4.2%$117/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #29043213 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2005 | Sold | $532,500+50%$113/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #25079536 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2002 | Sold | $355,000$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,048 +6% | $924,000 +8.4% |
| 2023 | $9,478 +1.6% | $852,300 -5.2% |
| 2022 | $9,331 +7.7% | $899,500 +18.9% |
| 2021 | $8,667 +11.4% | $756,600 +17.1% |
| 2019 | $7,782 -10.7% | $646,300 +7.8% |
| 2018 | $8,718 +12% | $599,500 +8.5% |
| 2017 | $7,780 +2.5% | $552,500 +22.3% |
| 2016 | $7,587 | $451,800 +3.4% |
| 2014 | $7,587 +17.3% | $436,900 +7.3% |
| 2013 | $6,467 | $407,200 +10.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $368,900 -10.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $413,700 +12.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $368,700 -5.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $389,800 -7.2% |
| 2008 | $5,007 | $420,000 -2.2% |
| 2007 | $5,007 +38.3% | $429,400 +103.1% |
| 2002 | $3,620 +6.8% | $211,400 |
| 2001 | $3,391 | $211,400 +9.4% |
| 2000 | $3,391 | $193,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North End
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Grant Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Hilltop Heritage Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Stadium High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Grant
- Middle: Hilltop Heritage Middle
- High: Stadium
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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- Pierce County
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- North End
- 521 N Ainsworth Avenue
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