Step into timeless charm with this impeccably maintained 1947 Craftsman in South Tacoma! This mid-century gem blends vintage character with modern comfort, featuring beautiful original details, rich woodwork built-ins, and original oak hardwood under carpet. The living area is full of natural light and classic charm, while the updated systems—including new heat pump with air conditioning—ensure year-round comfort. A large 2 car detached garage offers ample storage, workspace, & parking, possible DADU? The fully fenced yard is perfect for gardening, pets, or entertaining. A rare opportunity to own a truly preserved piece of Tacoma history in a convenient location close to shopping, dining, parks, and freeways. Move-in ready and full of soul!
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Listed by:
Jenah Mahan,
Gateway Real Estate
Price cut: $10.1K (8/7)
$414,950
1517 S 54th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
2beds
775sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1944
6,398.96 Square Feet Lot
$414,300 Zestimate®
$535/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern comfortNatural lightOriginal oak hardwoodRich woodwork built-insFully fenced yardVintage characterBeautiful original details
- 24 days
- on Zillow |
- 280 |
- 32 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 07, 2025 at 10:13am
Offers reviewed: Jul 22
Listed by:
Jenah Mahan,
Gateway Real Estate
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2407483

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: electric, Water Heater Location: basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 775
- Total interior livable area: 775 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 6,398.96 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Sidewalk, Fenced-Fully, Gated Entry, Outbuildings, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level,Terraces
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 4645252561
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1944
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: $535/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $332,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,628
- Offers reviewed: 07/22/2025
- Date on market: 7/15/2025
- Listing terms: Assumable,Cash Out,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
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