Bring your vision to life: restore this 1921 gem to its former glory or embark on something brand-new. Craftsman charm from the welcoming street, with broad southern exposure in a superb, established neighborhood. Envision a comprehensive renovation—lift the house, expand the basement, open the kitchen, and add a second dormer for a sprawling, dream-worthy home. Even modest updates will unlock substantial value. The 6,240 sf corner lot is level, with a detached garage and plentiful off-street parking, unlocking multiple redevelopment paths. Proximity to groceries, dining, and entertainment enhances livability. An amazing opportunity for a substantial return on investment.
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Listed by: Windermere Real Estate Midtown • Dustin Ziegelmann
Bought with: Skyline Properties, Inc.
$275,000
5221 S Park Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98408
3beds
1,916sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
6,242 Square Feet Lot
$273,900 Zestimate®
$144/sqft
$1,893 Estimated rent
Home value
$273,900
$257,000 - $290,000
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Plentiful off-street parkingDetached garageBroad southern exposure
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Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: Mar 20
Listed by:
Dustin Ziegelmann,
Windermere Real Estate Midtown
Bought with:
Victor Zacapu, 107856
Skyline Properties, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2492107
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Second
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: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Stove(s)/Range(s), Dishwasher(s)
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,916 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Lot
- Size: 6,242 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Fully
Details
- Parcel number: 4325000050
- Special conditions: See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1921
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: $144/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $391,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,262
- Offers reviewed: 03/20/2026
- Date on market: 5/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Rehab Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Sold | $275,000+13.6%$144/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2492107 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2026 | Pending sale | $242,000$126/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2492107 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $242,000+69.8%$126/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2492107 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2003 | Sold | $142,500+70.8%$74/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #23092717 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/1998 | Sold | $83,450$44/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,262 +3.9% | $391,300 +6.2% |
| 2023 | $4,104 -1.2% | $368,400 -7.9% |
| 2022 | $4,154 +6.4% | $399,800 +17.6% |
| 2021 | $3,903 +32.5% | $340,100 +34.8% |
| 2019 | $2,945 -4.6% | $252,300 +11.4% |
| 2018 | $3,087 +13.1% | $226,400 +15.9% |
| 2017 | $2,729 +16.8% | $195,300 +34.7% |
| 2016 | $2,337 | $145,000 +8% |
| 2014 | $2,337 +14.1% | $134,300 +9.5% |
| 2013 | $2,048 | $122,600 +5.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $116,600 -19.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $145,000 -3.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $150,800 -12.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $171,500 -8.1% |
| 2008 | $2,192 | $186,600 -0.3% |
| 2007 | $2,192 +24% | $187,200 +82.1% |
| 2002 | $1,768 +6.4% | $102,800 -0.4% |
| 2001 | $1,662 | $103,200 +9% |
| 2000 | $1,662 | $94,700 |
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Neighborhood: South End
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- Pierce County
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