This house has SO MUCH potential. It was recently refreshed with new carpets, paint, and other repairs that are sure to please any buyers looking for a turn key home. Upstairs features real hardwoods, with tons of natural light, and a tastefully updated bathroom w/ two spacious bedrooms and access to the large covered back deck. Downstairs is impressive with a kitchenette, built in entertainment wall, 1 large bedroom and two additional rooms - potential bedroom, office, storage, exercise room! There is a separate entrance to the downstairs so could be a great rental unit, space for guests, MIL, ADU - options are endless with a little bit of DIY. Spacious detached garage in backyard equipped with storage & shelving. Alley access as well - possible DADU conversion!? What ever you are looking for - this house has a lot to offer. If you have seen it before, please come see it again. The updated flooring and paint have given the home a fresh new look, feel, and vibe. Lots of little repairs and updates have been done since the listing was posted. This place is very cute and worth a visit! Welcome Home
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Listed by: TPMS Realty LLC • Chase Peart
Bought with: Realty One Group Turn Key
$483,000
5642 S Thompson Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98408
3beds
2,256sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
5,880 Square Feet Lot
$481,400 Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$3,085 Estimated rent
Home value
$481,400
$453,000 - $515,000
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Tons of natural lightUpdated flooringAlley accessLarge covered back deckTwo spacious bedroomsTastefully updated bathroomNew carpets
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Listed by:
Chase Peart,
TPMS Realty LLC,
Amanda Marques,
TPMS Realty LLC
Bought with:
Christena Dotloe, 20117033
Realty One Group Turn Key
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2466372
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Lower
Den office
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Wall Furnace, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Basement bedroom near bathroom
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,256
- Total interior livable area: 2,256 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Dining Room, Fireplace, Hot Tub/Spa, Water Heater, Wet Bar
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5,880 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Sidewalk, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0320204063
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: See Remarks
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1941
- Major remodel year: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE/TPU
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: TPU
- Water: Public, Company: TPU
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Tacoma
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $214/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $447,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,871
- Date on market: 3/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 29 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,See Remarks
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/9/2026 | Sold | $483,000+0.6%$214/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2466372 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2026 | Pending sale | $479,950$213/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2466372 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $479,950$213/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2466372 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2026 | Pending sale | $479,950$213/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2466372 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $479,950+3.2%$213/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2466372 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2021 | Sold | $465,000+3.3%$206/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1721020 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2021 | Pending sale | $449,950$199/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1721020 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2021 | Listed for sale | $449,950+81.4%$199/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1721020 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2017 | Sold | $248,000$110/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1097227 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2017 | Listed for sale | $248,000+27.4%$110/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Federal Way #1097227 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2006 | Sold | $194,600-3.7%$86/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2005 | Sold | $202,000+75%$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2002 | Sold | $115,413+5.5%$51/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/1999 | Sold | $109,359+27.9%$48/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/1997 | Sold | $85,509$38/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,870 +6.7% | $447,300 +9.1% |
| 2023 | $4,566 -0.6% | $410,000 -7.3% |
| 2022 | $4,593 +7.6% | $442,200 +18.9% |
| 2021 | $4,267 +28.2% | $372,000 +31.1% |
| 2019 | $3,330 -8.3% | $283,700 +10.8% |
| 2018 | $3,630 +14.8% | $256,100 +11.5% |
| 2017 | $3,162 +14.1% | $229,700 +31.6% |
| 2016 | $2,772 | $174,500 +9.5% |
| 2014 | $2,772 +12.9% | $159,400 +10.1% |
| 2013 | $2,455 | $144,800 +3.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $139,800 -12.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $159,200 -6.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $170,100 -10.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $190,800 -10.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $212,500 -3% |
| 2007 | $2,563 +51.8% | $219,000 +122.1% |
| 2002 | $1,689 +11.3% | $98,600 |
| 2001 | $1,518 | $98,600 +14% |
| 2000 | $1,518 | $86,500 |
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Neighborhood: South End
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