Sold263d on marketHistoric · 108 yrs
1515 S Ainsworth Avenue
Tacoma, WA, 98405 • Central • Pierce County
$523,000
$216/sqft
4Beds
2Baths
2,416Sqft
0.14 acLot
1918Built
Property DNA
Territorial Views
Territorial
Craftsman Style
Built 1918 · 108 years of history
Hilltop
Central
Outdoor Living
Water Heater
3-Car Garage
Detached Garage
Ceramic Tile & Softwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
263 days on market
Established listing
$216/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1918 · Historic
Don’t miss this timeless 1918 Craftsman, ideally situated on a picture-perfect, tree-lined street in the coveted Hilltop neighborhood. Boasting a brand-new roof and over 2,400 sq ft of well-maintained living space, this bright and welcoming 4BR, 2BTH home is full of classic charm. The main level flows with ease from the cozy living room to a spacious dining room with wainscoting. Enjoy fir floors, an updated kitchen, and fresh interior paint throughout. The large daylight basement features a bonus room and extra storage. Take in breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier from the generous backyard - an ideal retreat for gardeners. Not one, but TWO detached garages! Fall in love with the location - come see it today!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights generous backyard, updated kitchen, and fir floors as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,256/month
Principal & Interest$2,558
Property Tax$523
Insurance$174
Down payment20% ($104,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $418,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1918
HeatingForced Air, Electric
CoolingForced Air
Parking3 Garage spaces
Lot5,998 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleCraftsman
ConditionGood
Year built1918
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Electric
CoolingForced Air
RoofComposition
ConstructionMetal/Vinyl
Water / SewerPublic, Company: TPU / Sewer Connected, Company: TPU
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached Garage
Garage3 spaces
BasementDaylight,Partially Finished
Lot5,998 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodCentral
ZoningR2
Annual tax$5,561
Parcel2015310120
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Dishwasher(s)
Disposal
Dryer(s)
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)
Garbage Disposal
Water Heater: Electric
Water Heater Location: Basement
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Softwood
Vinyl
Heating
Forced Air
Electric
Cooling
Forced Air
Fireplace
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Exterior Features
Parking
Detached Garage
Construction
Metal/Vinyl
Patio & Porch
Water Heater
Lot Features
Curbs
Open Lot
Paved
Sidewalk
Cable TV
Fenced-Fully
High Speed Internet
Views
Territorial
Utilities
Xfinity
Xfinity
Room details
12 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Bedroom
MainBedroom
Bedroom
Bathroom Full
MainBathroom Full
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market263
Est. value$511,700
Est. rent$2,677/mo
Tax rate0.88%
Price/sqft$216
On marketJul 15, 2025
PostedMay 29, 2025
Last sold$523,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedAug 18, 2025
Tour days6
Views5
How are the schools in Tacoma?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Tacoma, WA, 98405
Price history
15 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jul 18, 2025Sold$523,000$216NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 3, 2025Pending Sale$539,999$224NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 30, 2025Price Change$539,999$224NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 29, 2025Pending Sale$549,999$228NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 12, 2025Price Change$549,999$228NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
May 29, 2025Listed For Sale$565,000$234NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 2, 2019Sold$385,000$159NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 11, 2018Pending Sale$350,000$145Windermere Abode
Dec 6, 2018Listed For Sale$350,000$145Windermere Abode
Nov 13, 2018Listing Removed$1,950$1Spinnaker Property Management
Nov 1, 2018Price Change$1,950$1Spinnaker Property Management
Oct 16, 2018Listed For Rent$2,250$1Spinnaker Property Management
Jan 25, 2016Sold$145,000$60NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 15, 2015Pending Sale$115,000$48Windermere Professional Partners
Dec 10, 2015Listed For Sale$115,000$48Windermere Professional Partners
Sold$523,000
Jul 18, 2025•$216/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$539,999
Jul 3, 2025•$224/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$539,999
Jun 30, 2025•$224/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$549,999
Jun 29, 2025•$228/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$549,999
Jun 12, 2025•$228/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$565,000
May 29, 2025•$234/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$385,000
Jan 2, 2019•$159/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$350,000
Dec 11, 2018•$145/sqft•Windermere Abode
Listed For Sale$350,000
Dec 6, 2018•$145/sqft•Windermere Abode
Listing Removed$1,950
Nov 13, 2018•$1/sqft•Spinnaker Property Management
Price Change$1,950
Nov 1, 2018•$1/sqft•Spinnaker Property Management
Listed For Rent$2,250
Oct 16, 2018•$1/sqft•Spinnaker Property Management
Sold$145,000
Jan 25, 2016•$60/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$115,000
Dec 15, 2015•$48/sqft•Windermere Professional Partners
Listed For Sale$115,000
Dec 10, 2015•$48/sqft•Windermere Professional Partners
Tax history
19 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2024$5,561$510,900
Apr 8, 2023$5,355$481,100
Apr 8, 2022$5,576$537,100
Apr 8, 2021$5,238$456,800
Apr 8, 2019$3,308$355,700
Apr 8, 2018$3,303$254,400
Apr 8, 2017$2,705$209,000
Apr 8, 2016$2,705$165,400
Apr 8, 2014$2,705$155,500
Apr 8, 2013$2,411$146,800
Apr 8, 2012—$137,300
Apr 8, 2011—$159,800
Apr 8, 2010—$179,000
Apr 8, 2009$2,695$216,100
Apr 8, 2008$2,555$220,300
Apr 8, 2007$2,555$218,300
Apr 8, 2002$1,917$111,900
Apr 8, 2001$1,679$111,900
Apr 8, 2000$1,679$95,700
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Tacoma, WA • Pierce County
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Nearby zip codes
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