Fully Renovated Gem! Newer Roof, electrical, plumbing, and furnace. Looking for true turnkey living? This completely updated home combines high-end modern finishes with the ultimate peace of mind. Key Highlights: Kitchen features a large breakfast bar island with a bonus butler's pantry for maximum storage; premium finishes: granite counters and soft-close cabinets throughout kitchen and continue into the main-floor laundry room and updated bath; sun-drenched living: abundant windows flood both levels with warm, natural light, accentuating a fresh coat of interior paint; flexible basement: clean, painted, ample-sized basement ready for a media room, home office, or gym; outdoor living: relax on the welcoming covered front porch (great for discreet deliveries) or host summer BBQs under the covered back patio; parking: detached, clean, 2-car garage with alley access including garage door opener. Plenty of street parking in the front; extras include brand new microwave, bedroom AC units for summer comfort. Perfectly positioned for effortless commuting with quick access to major freeways and public transit. Don't miss this complete top-to-bottom transformation1
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Listed by: Better Properties N. Proctor • Lisa Dreyer
Price cut: $30K (8/24)
$399,000
5823 S Lawrence, Tacoma, WA 98409
3beds
1,880sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
4,865 Square Feet Lot
$399,700 Zestimate®
$212/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sun-drenched livingHigh-end modern finishesMain-floor laundry roomUpdated bathBrand new microwaveWelcoming covered front porchNewer roof
- 50 days
- 233
- 19
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lisa Dreyer,
Better Properties N. Proctor
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2552095
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, 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: elec, Water Heater Location: basement
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,880
- Total interior livable area: 1,880 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 4,865 Square Feet
- Features: Sidewalk, Fenced-Partially
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2125000040
- Zoning: R2
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: no
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,1 1/2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: 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: $212/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $431,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,554
- Date on market: 7/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 51 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$399,700
$380,000 - $420,000
$2,389/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Price change | $399,000-7%$212/sqft |
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| 7/26/2026 | Price change | $429,000-4.7%$228/sqft |
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| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000+70.5%$239/sqft |
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| 9/11/2017 | Sold | $264,000+1.6%$140/sqft |
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| 8/22/2017 | Pending sale | $259,950$138/sqft |
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| 8/11/2017 | Price change | $259,950-3.7%$138/sqft |
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| 6/20/2017 | Price change | $269,950-4.6%$144/sqft |
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| 6/10/2017 | Listed for sale | $282,900$150/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,706 +3.3% | $431,600 +3.2% |
| 2024 | $4,554 +5.1% | $418,200 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $4,335 -0.9% | $389,200 -7.5% |
| 2022 | $4,372 +4.6% | $420,900 +15.5% |
| 2021 | $4,182 +32.4% | $364,500 +34.3% |
| 2019 | $3,158 +5.9% | $271,400 +11.8% |
| 2018 | $2,982 +14.2% | $242,800 +28.7% |
| 2017 | $2,610 +16.4% | $188,600 +33.6% |
| 2016 | $2,243 | $141,200 +9.5% |
| 2014 | $2,243 +9.9% | $128,900 +8% |
| 2013 | $2,041 | $119,300 +2.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $116,200 -12.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $132,700 -13% |
| 2010 | -- | $152,600 -10.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $171,100 -4% |
| 2008 | $576 +123.5% | $178,300 -2.4% |
| 2007 | $258 -68.9% | $182,600 +93.2% |
| 2002 | $828 | $94,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $94,500 +6.5% |
| 2000 | $1,557 | $88,700 |
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Neighborhood: South Tacoma
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