Built in 1913 by William Rust, this iconic home stands proud on one of North Tacoma's most coveted streets. The home has undergone an interior facelift complete with all new electrical, and nearly all new plumbing. Upon entry, you will be in awe of the grand foyer, high ceilings and beautiful staircase. Intricate detail throughout the home, including gorgeous stained glass windows. All new kitchen cabinets, countertops and flooring brighten the beautiful space. Extensive upgrades to 2nd floor include new primary bathroom and walk in closet. 3 car garage/Carriage house with apartment. New roof, copper downspouts, new boiler, new deck on lower and 2nd levels. The exterior has been proudly maintained, keeping with the original character.
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Listed by: Gateway Real Estate • Jami L Luther
Bought with: Terrafin
$2,250,000
521 N Yakima, Tacoma, WA 98403
6beds
9,803sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
0.45 Acres Lot
$2,205,600 Zestimate®
$230/sqft
$4,558 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,205,600
$2.05M - $2.38M
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New kitchen cabinetsHigh ceilingsGorgeous stained glass windowsNew deckWalk in closetNew primary bathroomCopper downspouts
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Listed by:
Jami L Luther,
Gateway Real Estate,
Ashley Saldana,
Gateway Real Estate
Bought with:
Dennis Folk, 25739
Terrafin
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2315542
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Garage
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Den office
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Radiant, Radiator, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Sauna
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Main Level: 3, Upper Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,803
- Total interior livable area: 9,803 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), Sauna, Security System, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Sound
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Gated Entry, Outbuildings
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 2035150010
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: TPU
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: TPU
- Water: Public, Company: TPU
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Tacoma
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $230/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,743,200
- Annual tax amount: $28,325
- Date on market: 1/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 565 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/2/2025 | Sold | $2,250,000-10%$230/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2315542 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2025 | Pending sale | $2,500,000$255/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2315542 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2025 | Price change | $2,500,000-9.1%$255/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2315542 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000+74.1%$281/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2315542 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2018 | Sold | $1,580,000-12.2%$161/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1037893 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2018 | Pending sale | $1,800,000$184/sqft |
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| 1/21/2018 | Price change | $1,800,000+5.9%$184/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS #1037893 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,700,000$173/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS #803902 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $107,689 +50.6% | $2,743,200 +7.6% |
| 2023 | $71,492 +81.8% | $2,550,200 +0.1% |
| 2022 | $39,317 +61.3% | $2,546,700 +19.6% |
| 2021 | $24,380 +115.5% | $2,130,100 +25% |
| 2019 | $11,314 | $1,704,500 -2.3% |
| 2018 | -- | $1,744,600 -4% |
| 2017 | $20,550 +2.4% | $1,817,000 +61.7% |
| 2016 | $20,065 | $1,123,500 -2.8% |
| 2014 | $20,065 +9.6% | $1,156,000 +9.4% |
| 2013 | $18,312 | $1,056,200 +1% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,045,300 -5.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,104,200 -9% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,213,300 -3.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,263,000 -10.8% |
| 2008 | $16,505 | $1,416,000 +0.2% |
| 2007 | $16,505 +22.4% | $1,413,200 +80.6% |
| 2002 | $13,486 +23.1% | $782,300 -0.7% |
| 2001 | $10,956 | $787,800 +26.1% |
| 2000 | $10,956 | $624,700 |
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Neighborhood: North End
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