Storybook home in Tacoma's Fern Hill neighborhood, with timeless Craftsman character, graceful curved archways, gleaming hardwood floors, and a classic tray ceiling. The inviting living room features large picture windows that fill the space with natural light. Spacious kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and plenty of room for storage and meal preparation, while the café-style dining room provides a perfect setting for breakfast, lunch and dinner. All windows are double pane for added comfort and efficiency. Outside, enjoy a beautiful covered patio and a fully fenced yard with room to relax, garden, or entertain. Fresh interior paint and a sparkling laundry room make this home truly move-in ready. Conveniently located near Pierce Transit 1 line, Fern Hill shopping, the library, local coffee shops, and dining options. A delightful blend of character, comfort, and convenience—this home is a must-see!
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Listed by: Windermere Prof Partners • April Adams
Bought with: RE/MAX Exclusive
Zestimate®
$385,000
8618 Tacoma Avenue S, Tacoma, WA 98444
2beds
960sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$385,000 Zestimate®
$401/sqft
$2,083 Estimated rent
Home value
$385,000
$366,000 - $404,000
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Beautiful covered patioTimeless craftsman characterSpacious kitchenGleaming hardwood floorsSparkling laundry roomClassic tray ceilingGraceful curved archways
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Listed by:
April Adams,
Windermere Prof Partners
Bought with:
Christopher Barker, 25022975
RE/MAX Exclusive
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2541692
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
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: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling
- Insert
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Refrigerator(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 960
- Total interior livable area: 960 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 6,250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 125
- Features: Paved, Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, Patio
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 0320332100
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: TPU
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: TPU
- Water: Public, Company: TPU
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fern Hill
Location
- Region: Tacoma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $401/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $344,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,670
- Date on market: 7/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Sold | $385,000$401/sqft |
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| 6/25/2026 | Pending sale | $385,000$401/sqft |
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| 6/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $385,000+600%$401/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listing removed | $2,150$2/sqft |
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| 4/2/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,150+16.2%$2/sqft |
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| 5/24/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/22/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,850$2/sqft |
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| 2/15/2013 | Listing removed | $55,000$57/sqft |
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| 2/12/2013 | Price change | $55,000+450%$57/sqft |
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| 2/6/2013 | Price change | $10,000-33.3%$10/sqft |
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| 2/5/2013 | Listed for sale | $15,000-79.2%$16/sqft |
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| 1/5/2012 | Listing removed | $72,000$75/sqft |
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| 11/16/2011 | Price change | $72,000+278.9%$75/sqft |
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| 10/26/2011 | Price change | $19,000-74%$20/sqft |
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| 10/8/2011 | Listed for sale | $73,000$76/sqft |
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| 9/10/2011 | Pending sale | $73,000$76/sqft |
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| 9/1/2011 | Price change | $73,000-11.5%$76/sqft |
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| 7/21/2011 | Price change | $82,500-24.2%$86/sqft |
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| 7/15/2011 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 7/11/2011 | Sold | $108,836+13.7%$113/sqft |
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| 10/23/2002 | Sold | $95,750$100/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,758 +5.2% | $344,900 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $3,574 +5.5% | $320,700 -1.5% |
| 2022 | $3,386 +7.5% | $325,700 +18.7% |
| 2021 | $3,151 +28% | $274,400 +30.5% |
| 2019 | $2,461 -2.9% | $210,200 +11.2% |
| 2018 | $2,534 +13% | $189,100 +18% |
| 2017 | $2,242 +12.8% | $160,200 +30.5% |
| 2016 | $1,988 | $122,800 +7.5% |
| 2014 | $1,988 +22.2% | $114,200 +15.9% |
| 2013 | $1,626 | $98,500 +6.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $92,500 -21.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $117,200 -6.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $125,700 -16.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $149,800 -7.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $161,400 -3.9% |
| 2007 | $1,968 +1051.8% | $168,000 +90% |
| 2002 | $171 | $88,400 -0.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $88,700 +14.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $77,400 |
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Neighborhood: South End
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Fern Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Baker Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Mt Tahoma High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fern Hill
- Middle: Baker
- High: Mt Tahoma
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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- Pierce County
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- 98444
- South End
- 8618 Tacoma Avenue S
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