About This Home
This is the kind of Craftsman you drive by and immediately slow down for. Built in 1936 and thoughtfully remodeled to keep the soul of the original architecture, it sits on a spacious corner lot in a central Tacoma location you can actually walk around in — 6th Ave dining is six blocks north, downtown is an easy shot east, and you're minutes to I-5, I-705, and SR-16.
Inside, the main level feels bright and functional: updated finishes, a clean layout, abundant natural light, and a dining area that's genuinely usable. The finished basement is the real conversation piece — it has a second kitchen, a separate entrance, and its own laundry hookups, which opens up a lot of options: multi-generational living, a long-term tenant to help with the mortgage, or a dedicated work-from-home suite that doesn't share walls with bedtime.
Out back, established landscaping, patio areas, and dedicated garden beds make the corner lot feel private. A detached garage handles storage and off-street parking. If you've been hunting for character, flexibility, and a location that lets you ditch the car on weekends, this one is worth a closer look.
Property Highlights
HOA Information
No Homeowners Association
This single-family Craftsman has no HOA fees or association restrictions — you control the paint, the landscaping, and whether you rent the basement suite.
🏠 Flexible Living Options
The finished basement has a second kitchen, a separate entrance, and its own laundry setup. That configuration opens up real possibilities most Tacoma homes at this price point don't:
👪 Multi-Gen Living
Private suite for parents, adult kids, or extended family.
💳 Rental Income
Long-term tenant or mid-term furnished rental to offset the mortgage (buyer to verify Tacoma rental/ADU code).
💻 WFH + Guests
Private workspace + visiting family setup without sharing bedrooms.
Any rental or accessory-dwelling use must be verified with the City of Tacoma planning department. I'm happy to walk you through current code and permit history.
🏫 Nearby Schools
Ratings from GreatSchools.org. Served by Tacoma Public Schools.
Franklin Elementary
Tacoma Public Schools
Mason Middle School
Tacoma Public Schools
Foss High School
Tacoma Public Schools
School assignments sourced from online data and should be verified by buyer with Tacoma Public Schools. Ratings and boundaries may change — TPS also offers school-of-choice options worth exploring.
🍇 Local Businesses & Dining
Central Tacoma sits right below the 6th Avenue District — the densest pocket of restaurants, coffee shops, and bars in the city — so you're walking distance to all of this.
Bluebeard Coffee Roasters
One of Tacoma's original craft roasters. Great espresso, pastries, and patio on 6th.
CoffeeValhalla Coffee Co.
Local roastery and cafe with a loyal neighborhood following.
CoffeeMSM Deli
Neighborhood sandwich shop — quietly one of the best lunches in Tacoma.
RestaurantAsado
Argentine-inspired steakhouse on 6th Ave — date-night staple.
RestaurantThe Table
Handcrafted dishes made from locally sourced ingredients, just up the street.
RestaurantEngine House No. 9 (E9)
Craft beer and pub food in a restored 1907 firehouse. Iconic Tacoma hangout.
BrewpubWright Park & W.W. Seymour Conservatory
27-acre historic park with a Victorian-era glass botanical conservatory, just minutes away.
ParkFarrelli's Pizza
Award-winning local pizza chain with a family-friendly 6th Ave location.
Restaurant🎉 Central Tacoma Events & Activities
Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival
Free two-day festival in Point Defiance Park's gardens and Pagoda. June 6–7, 2026. A Tacoma tradition.
Free · FamilyTacoma Freedom Fair & Fireworks
Washington state's largest July 4 event, on the Ruston Way waterfront. 150+ vendors, two stages, and a 20-minute fireworks show over Commencement Bay.
Annual · July 4, 2026Proctor Arts Fest
39th annual Proctor Arts Fest on Saturday, August 1, 2026, 10am–5pm. Nearly 200 art & craft vendors, two music stages, kids area, food trucks, and beer garden.
Annual · Aug 1, 2026Tacoma Concert Band at Wright Park
Free outdoor concert at Wright Park on Wednesday, Aug 5, 2026 — part of Metro Parks Tacoma's outdoor summer concert series.
Free · OutdoorProctor Farmers Market
Saturdays 9am–2pm, April through December. 70+ vendors, fresh produce, artisan foods, and live music — about 10 minutes north.
WeeklyTacoma Art Museum & Museum District
Tacoma Art Museum, Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, and LeMay — America's Car Museum all sit in the museum district minutes from this home.
Year-RoundEvent dates sourced from public event sites and should be confirmed with organizers closer to the date.
Location
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This home sits just below 6th Ave — Tacoma's most walkable restaurant & coffee corridor. See the full neighborhood guide.
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