The Bullard Home is on the market! Built by the prominent Tacoma architect for himself, this American Foursquare has stood the test of time. Tall ceilings, large rooms, abundant windows, with full width porches and stately columns, this colonial style home looks the same today as the day George Bullard designed it. Recently restored with all new wiring, plumbing and modern comforts, this historic home is ready for the next century under new stewardship. Enjoy long sunsets from the veranda and greet the community from your inviting front porch under the blooming wisteria, this home is centered on a corner lot in the highly walkable North Slope neighborhood with nearby restaurants and parks. Don't miss this timeless classic.
Sold
Listed by: Windermere Abode • Ian Broadie
Bought with: Keller Williams Realty PS
$1,175,000
523 N J Street, Tacoma, WA 98403
4beds
4,116sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
7,000 Square Feet Lot
$1,147,800 Zestimate®
$285/sqft
$4,116 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,147,800
$1.07M - $1.24M
$4,116/mo
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Colonial style homeTall ceilingsAbundant windowsLarge roomsCorner lotBlooming wisteriaInviting front porch
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Listed by:
Ian Broadie,
Windermere Abode
Bought with:
Sirena Savage, 110037
Keller Williams Realty PS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2358422
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Den office
- 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
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas, Wood
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Upper Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,116
- Total interior livable area: 4,116 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceramic Tile, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 7,000 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Curbs, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Fully, High Speed Internet, Patio
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2035190010
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1895
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: North Tacoma
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $285/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $959,100
- Annual tax amount: $9,849
- Date on market: 6/6/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 294 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2025 | Sold | $1,175,000$285/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2358422 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2025 | Pending sale | $1,175,000$285/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2358422 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000+71%$285/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2358422 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2017 | Sold | $687,250+5.7%$167/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1113338 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2017 | Pending sale | $650,000$158/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate Gig Harbor #1113338 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2017 | Listed for sale | $650,000+34%$158/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate Gig Harbor #1113338 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2014 | Sold | $485,000-3%$118/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #629201 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2014 | Listed for sale | $499,950$121/sqft |
Source: Turn Key Real Estate, Inc. #629201 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2014 | Sold | $499,950$121/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,430 +5.9% | $959,100 +8.3% |
| 2023 | $9,849 +1.7% | $885,700 -5.2% |
| 2022 | $9,689 +7.7% | $934,100 +18.9% |
| 2021 | $8,999 +11.2% | $785,600 +16.9% |
| 2019 | $8,090 -6.8% | $672,100 +7.8% |
| 2018 | $8,678 +13.1% | $623,300 +13.3% |
| 2017 | $7,671 +1.7% | $550,000 +23.5% |
| 2016 | $7,542 | $445,500 +2.6% |
| 2014 | $7,542 +18.5% | $434,300 +8.4% |
| 2013 | $6,365 | $400,700 +10.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $363,100 -11.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $411,800 -1.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $416,200 -5.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $438,800 -7.1% |
| 2008 | $5,694 | $472,400 -3% |
| 2007 | $5,694 +38.4% | $487,200 +102.7% |
| 2002 | $4,115 +6.7% | $240,300 |
| 2001 | $3,856 | $240,300 +9.3% |
| 2000 | $3,856 | $219,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North End
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Hilltop Heritage Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Stadium High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lowell
- 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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- Washington
- Pierce County
- Tacoma
- 98403
- North End
- 523 N J Street
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