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Newest Tacoma Historical Properties for Sale

7804 Yakima Avenue, Tacoma
$544,000
6 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2597186 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Updated 1909 Home with Original Charm and Modern Improvements. This beautifully updated 1909 home blends timeless character with extensive 2026 improvements. Original wood floors, bay windows, vaulted ceilings, a classic clawfoot tub, formal living and dining rooms, and a covered front porch preserve the home’s historic appeal. The spacious layout includes a main-floor primary bedroom, four bedrooms on the upper level, and an additional bedroom in the fully finished basement. The basement features its own exterior entry, laundry room, family/theater room, and flexible space well suited for a home office, home business, or potential separate living quarters. A dedicated office space is also located just off the kitchen. Enjoy abundant storage throughout, a deck off the kitchen, and ample on- and off-street parking, including a turnaround driveway. Situated on a corner lot with public transportation conveniently located just outside the front door, the property also has cherry, pear, and apple trees, plus grapevines. Major updates include: Remodeled and updated in 2026; New roof and gutters, October 2026; New electrical panel and wiring; Plumbing pipes replaced in 2025; New water heater in 2025; Furnace serviced and ducts cleaned in September 2026; Transferable lifetime sump-pump warranty in the basement. The generously sized lot may allow for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), subject to the buyer verifying local zoning and permitting requirements.

7804 Yakima Avenue, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Better Properties Real Estate; Tina Wade; 253-973-2431; tinawade.rebroker@gmail.com

5625 S Warner Street, Tacoma
$455,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2599567 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Step Into A Piece of Tacoma History! Built in 1904 as a trainmaster's residence, this extraordinary home is rich with character, history, & soul. Thoughtfully cared for through the years, it showcases architectural treasures salvaged from around Tacoma, including striking diamond-shaped windows & a captivating spiral staircase; irreplaceable details that give this home a story all its own. Completely gutted in 1996, it offers the charm of another era w/the confidence of substantial updates. Skylights bathe the interiors in natural light, while a beautifully remodeled kitchen with updated appliances (2021), newer roof (2017, with the kitchen roof replaced in 2021), & brand new furnace (2025) add modern comfort. EV charging wiring was added in 2026. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths (one with jetted tub), a cozy fireplace all create a welcoming retreat. Outside, discover a huge, fully fenced private backyard featuring a 1,200 gallon pond & a fabulous new 20' X 25' patio with pergola (2025), perfect for entertaining, relaxing, & making memories. A 196 sq ft shed, once used as an apartment, offers exciting potential for a future DADU-style space, studio, workshop, or extra storage. Stroll to neighborhood favorites like Howdy Bagel, The Church Cantina, & Airport Tavern, & enjoy the welcoming community that makes this neighborhood so special. Historic charm, eclectic treasures, modern updates, & room to dream, this is far more than a home, it is a piece of Tacoma's story!

5625 S Warner Street, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Windermere Prof Partners; Jo Jensen; 253-851-7374; jojensen@jojensen.com

1717 Markham Avenue NE, Tacoma
$1,195,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2598638 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Timeless Dash Point waterfront home near the Dash Point Pier with stunning Puget Sound views. Enjoy 26 feet of prime waterfront and a boat house for all your toys. Enormous living room windows deliver front-row views, and a traditional wood-burning fireplace is framed by a handsome mantle and bookshelves. Hardwood floors add character throughout the main floor. The formal living room, solarium-style dining room with garden windows, and attached 2-car garage bring classic comfort.Upstairs are three bedrooms, including the primary suite with a private view deck and separate sitting area. The main floor offers a fourth bedroom with an attached 3/4 bath, ideal as a guest room or work-from-home den. The lower level features a 1,200 sq ft finished rec room with a wood-burning fireplace, 3/4 bath, and sauna. An additional 624 sq ft of unfinished basement is perfect for storage, a workshop, or a hobby room. A lovingly tended English-style garden, created over the years, feels like your own private park. The enclosed garden room is perfect for curling up with a book on a rainy day or nurturing your green thumb. Rarely does a waterfront home with this much charm and tradition come along. Picture yourself at the water’s edge as ships glide past, whales surface, and the mountains and islands glow in the changing light. There’s always something new to see in this ever-changing vista.

1717 Markham Avenue NE, Tacoma

Listing Broker: John L. Scott, Inc.; Tamera L Camp; 206-854-1927; thecampteam@yahoo.com

816 S Howard Street, Tacoma
$384,999
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2596656 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Adorable charm meets thoughtful updates in this 1942 one-story home! Offering 724 sq ft of inviting living space, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home welcomes you with charming original built-ins for convenient entry storage and beautiful wood-wrapped windows that add timeless character throughout. The bright, open living room features refinished original hardwood floors, creating a warm and welcoming place to relax. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, generous prep space, and room for a small dining table, with a convenient laundry room just off the kitchen. Two cozy bedrooms feature refinished original hardwood flooring, while the full bath includes a tiled tub/shower surround. Major updates include a new roof, fresh interior and exterior paint, a mini-split system, and a new main sewer line. Situated on a spacious 7,000 sq ft lot, the fully fenced, park-like backyard offers patio space, room to garden or entertain, and a detached one-car garage/shop tucked toward the back of the property. RV parking adds even more versatility! Plus, receive a 1.25% lender credit with use of the preferred lender. Centrally located with easy access to Highway 16 and Gig Harbor, just a short distance from Point Ruston’s shopping, scenic trails, and entertainment, and approximately five minutes from Titlow Beach and Park. Full of vintage charm, practical updates, and outdoor space to enjoy, this delightful home is ready to welcome you!

816 S Howard Street, Tacoma

Listing Broker: John L. Scott, Inc.; Alissa Patterson; 253-212-8453; alissa@maxeyhometeam.com

3704 N Tyler Street, Tacoma
$515,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2597914 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Rare investment opportunity in the heart of Tacoma’s highly sought-after Proctor District! Situated on a prime corner lot in one of the city’s most desirable neighborhoods, this 2,144 sq ft fixer presents endless possibilities for investors, builders, developers, or owner-occupants looking to create value in an exceptional location. Rehab the existing home and capitalize on strong resale demand, renovate and hold as a rental investment, or explore the potential to expand by adding a second story to maximize living space and long-term value. Or start fresth wiht a new build! The corner lot configuration also opens the door for a detached accessory dwelling unit (DADU), creating an outstanding opportunity for additional rental income, multigenerational living, or future flexibility. Investors may also explore condominiumizing the existing home and future DADU for potential resale opportunities (buyer to verify all development potential with the City of Tacoma). DADU rents range from $1,800 to $3,200 a month in the Proctor District. Located just moments from Proctor’s vibrant shopping, dining, farmers market, parks, and waterfront amenities, opportunities like this are increasingly rare. Whether you’re looking for your next flip project, long-term investment property, development play, or portfolio addition, this property offers location, upside, and versatility in one of Tacoma’s premier neighborhoods.

3704 N Tyler Street, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Keller Williams Rty Tacoma; Brandon Hjelseth; 253-468-0991; brandon@hpbrokers.com

5209 Varco Road NE, Tacoma
$899,950
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2597044 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the best of Pacific Northwest living in this beautifully updated Northeast Tacoma home, where breathtaking Puget Sound views take center stage. Thoughtfully refreshed throughout, the home combines modern finishes, inviting living spaces, and a remarkable setting that makes every day feel like a getaway.Step onto the front deck and take in the ever-changing scenery of the Sound. Watch boats pass by, enjoy your morning coffee against a backdrop of sparkling water, or gather with friends as the evening sky transforms over the waterfront. For an even more spectacular perspective, head up to the property's unique eagle's nest, an elevated retreat designed to showcase the surrounding views. It's the perfect place to unwind and appreciate the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.Inside, extensive updates create a fresh, move-in-ready feel, allowing you to spend less time planning projects and more time enjoying your new home. Whether you're entertaining guests or settling in for a quiet evening, the property offers a welcoming escape from the everyday. Separate primary entrances make this home ideal for passive income or multi-generational living. Conveniently located near Browns Point Lighthouse Park, waterfront recreation, and local amenities, this home brings together thoughtful updates, a distinctive outdoor experience, and views that truly steal the show. Come experience it for yourself!

5209 Varco Road NE, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Icon Group; Lowell Morrison; 206-880-0194; Lowell@IconREG.com

3424 N 30th Street, Tacoma
$998,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2594790 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This turn-of-the-century home is a beautiful stunner that will make you smile, from the welcoming entryway and great room to the soaring ceilings, transom windows, milk glass fixtures, and charm at every turn. The newly refinished wood floors throughout the home add warmth and timeless elegance. The great room is a main-level highlight, featuring a fireplace, French and pocket doors, and a cozy window seat. The spacious dining room offers a sitting area and French doors overlooking the backyard. The roomy kitchen features a walk-in pantry and access to the backyard patio. A half bath finishes the main floor. A graceful staircase leads to the second level, with a lovely primary bedroom that opens to a private balcony with peek-a-boo views of the Sound. An adjoining room offers flexibility as an additional bedroom. Two more bedrooms, a light-filled office, and a full bath complete this level. The unfinished attic offers incredible potential, as does the unfinished basement. Outside, you'll find a newer roof, mature landscaping, fruit trees, and a large patio for entertaining. A versatile bonus room attached to the garage adds flexible space and can serve as a 3rd garage bay or a possible DADU. Enjoy the 12,000-square-foot corner lot or explore the opportunity to subdivide for a new build. Ideally located between Proctor and Old Town, enjoy access to shops, restaurants, the waterfront, and highways. A beauty and a rare find, this remarkable Victorian invites you home.

3424 N 30th Street, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Windermere Abode; Stephanie Spiro; 253-218-9258; stephaniespiro@windermere.com

6820 S Huson Street, Tacoma
$395,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2594162 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome home to 6820 S Huson Street — a South Tacoma classic with more than a century of stories and plenty of life ahead! Built in 1919, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends original character with thoughtful modern updates. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen, new bedroom carpet, updated LVP flooring in the main living area, new laundry room flooring, and a water heater replaced in 2024. Even better, the seller just installed a brand-new composition roof with a transferable 40-year manufacturer's warranty and 20-year workmanship warranty! An EV charger also stays with the home for added convenience. Outside, freshly spruced-up landscaping creates a welcoming first impression. The spacious backyard offers room to garden, entertain, play, or simply relax. Here's an added bonus! Qualified buyers may be eligible for a 1% temporary interest rate buydown through preferred lender Kevin Pennington with Equity Smart Home Loans, helping lower initial mortgage payments! Contact us for details and eligibility. For over 100 years, this home has watched South Tacoma grow and change. Now it's ready for its next chapter — and a new owner to make it their own. Conveniently located near shopping, parks, transit, freeway access, Tacoma Mall, and University Place. Come see the charm, the updates, and the story waiting to continue here!

6820 S Huson Street, Tacoma

Listing Broker: eXp Realty; Taylor Hough; 360-900-9018; taylorthewarealtor@gmail.com

502 N E Street, Tacoma
$1,225,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 2593852 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY! Holding its stately corner in Tacoma's Stadium-Seminary Historic District since 1889, 502 N E St is the Queen Anne Victorian designed by John Proctor that makes historic home lovers stop mid-block. As true stewards, the sellers committed to foundational restoration — full structural shoring, original carriage garage preserved using period-authentic methods, kitchen ceiling lifted to Victorian proportions, & systems upgrades. You inherit these priceless bones to unleash your creative magic. SO much amazing space & detail on three floors (plus the basement) on a private, fenced, corner lot. The Queen Anne wrap around veranda & double doors open to original hardwoods, & the wow factor hand-turned oak staircase with Gothic arch balusters. Ornate millwork with rosette details, coffered ceilings, original leaded & handmade stained glass throughout including jewel-toned transoms, leaded-glass cabinet doors, and a spectacular crimson/jade medallion window in the two-room primary suite with Commencement Bay views. You'll love the old style push button switches & antique lighting throughout but updated electrical behind. White cabinetry, subway tile, & butcher block island in the now sprawling kitchen. Precisely located in the heart of it all between Stadium and Old Town, minutes from downtown Tacoma, Stadium High, Wright Park, and Commencement Bay waterfront. No historic home renovation restrictions! Be the lucky new steward of this treasure TODAY!

502 N E Street, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Infinity Real Estate, LLC; Jennie Wetter; 253-358-2010; jennie@infinitypnw.com

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