Sold698d on marketHistoric · 107 yrs

2517 S Martin Luther King Jr Way

Tacoma, WA, 98405 • Central • Pierce County

$475,000

$197/sqft

3Beds

1Baths

2,410Sqft

0.11 acLot

1919Built

Property DNA

4 highlights

Character Home

Built 1919 · 107 years of history

Hilltop

Central

Outdoor Living

Laminate · Wall to Wall Carpet · Double Pane/Storm Window

2-Car Garage

Detached Garage

This home is in high demand

Listed 698 days ago · 5 views · Top 3% likely to sell soon

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Market activity

Demand and pricing signals for this listing

5 views

People checking out this listing

698 days on market

Established listing

$197/sqft

Price per square foot

Selling Soon Prediction

Very High

This home ranks in the top 3% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.

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About this home

Single Family · Built 1919 · Historic

Explore this charming craftsman home, brimming with character in every corner! The spacious living room steals the spotlight, complemented by a unique staircase. Boasting 3 comfortable bedrooms and a bright bathroom, this home offers comfort and style. You'll love the modern touches like quartz countertops in the kitchen and bathroom, along with sleek laminate flooring, fresh carpets, and original custom built-ins. With fresh interior and exterior paint, this home exudes a contemporary vibe. Ample storage and workspace in the sizeable unfinished basement. Outside, delight in a fully fenced yard and a roomy detached garage for two cars. Don't miss out on this inviting gem!

Standout features identified

Our analysis highlights bright bathroom, modern touches, and custom built - ins as key attractions of this home.

Estimated monthly payment

Based on current rates

$2,957/month

Principal & Interest$2,324

Property Tax$475

Insurance$158

Down payment20% ($95,000)

3%50%

Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $380,000 loan

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At a glance

Key facts and listing details

TypeSingle Family Residence

Year Built1919

HeatingForced Air, Electric, Natural Gas

CoolingNone

Parking2 Garage spaces

Lot4,874 sqft

Offer Review Date2024-04-07

Property

Home typeSingle Family

Sub-typeSingle Family Residence

Year built1919

Systems

HeatingForced Air, Electric, Natural Gas

CoolingNone

RoofComposition

ConstructionWood Siding

Water / SewerPublic, Company: Tacoma Public Utilities / Sewer Connected, Company: Tacoma Public Utilities

Parking & Outdoor

ParkingDetached Garage

Garage2 spaces

BasementUnfinished

Lot4,874 sqft

Location & Tax

NeighborhoodCentral

Annual tax$4,500

Parcel7685006090

Bathrooms & Fees

Full baths1

Features & details

10 categories of property features

Interior Features

Appliances

Dishwashers_

Dryer(s)

Microwaves_

Refrigerators_

StovesRanges_

Washer(s)

Dishwasher(s)

Microwave(s)

Refrigerator(s)

Stove(s)/Range(s)

Flooring

Laminate

Vinyl

Carpet

Heating

Forced Air

Electric

Natural Gas

Cooling

None

Fireplace

Wood Burning

Windows

Double Pane/Storm Window

Exterior Features

Parking

Detached Garage

Construction

Wood Siding

Patio & Porch

Laminate

Wall to Wall Carpet

Double Pane/Storm Window

Lot Features

Deck

Fenced-Fully

Room details

9 rooms detailed

Bedroom

Second

Bedroom

Second

Bedroom

Main

Bathroom Full

Main

Dining Room

Main

Entry Hall

Main

Listing insights

Market data and value estimates

StatusSold

Days on market698

Est. value$507,100

Est. rent$2,084/mo

Tax rate0.88%

Price/sqft$197

On marketMay 5, 2024

PostedApr 4, 2024

Last sold$475,000

MLS statusSold

MLS updatedMay 8, 2024

Tour days6

How are the schools in Tacoma?

3 schools rated nearby

Edna Travis Elementary

Primary • Public • PK-5

0.3 mi

Hilltop Heritage Middle School

Middle • Public • 6-8

1.6 mi

Stadium High School

High • Public • 9-12

2.0 mi

Location

Tacoma, WA, 98405

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Price history

4 events

DateEventPrice$/sqftSource

May 8, 2024Sold$475,000$197NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Apr 7, 2024Pending Sale$475,000$197NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Apr 4, 2024Listed For Sale$475,000$197NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Feb 24, 2017Sold$275,000$114NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Sold$475,000

May 8, 2024•$197/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Pending Sale$475,000

Apr 7, 2024•$197/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Listed For Sale$475,000

Apr 4, 2024•$197/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

Sold$275,000

Feb 24, 2017•$114/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID

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Neighborhood details

Local context around this listing

Tacoma, WA • Pierce County

Nearby neighborhoods

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Nearby zip codes

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Est. value$507,100

Est. rent$2,084/mo

30yr rate est.6.18%

Affordability$2,782/mo

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