Pending25d on marketHistoric · 105 yrs
5221 S Park Avenue
Tacoma, WA, 98408 • South End • Pierce County
$242,000
$126/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
1Baths
1,916Sqft
0.14 acLot
1921Built
Property DNA
1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt Style
Built 1921 · 105 years of history
South Tacoma
South End
Outdoor Living
Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Garage
Driveway · Detached Garage · Off Street
Hardwood & Softwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 25 days ago · 2,717 views · 250 saves · Top 2% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
2,717 views
People checking out this listing
250 saves
Buyers have saved this home
25 days on market
Recently listed
$126/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 2% 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 1921 · Historic
Bring your vision to life: restore this 1921 gem to its former glory or embark on something brand-new. Craftsman charm from the welcoming street, with broad southern exposure in a superb, established neighborhood. Envision a comprehensive renovation—lift the house, expand the basement, open the kitchen, and add a second dormer for a sprawling, dream-worthy home. Even modest updates will unlock substantial value. The 6,240 sf corner lot is level, with a detached garage and plentiful off-street parking, unlocking multiple redevelopment paths. Proximity to groceries, dining, and entertainment enhances livability. An amazing opportunity for a substantial return on investment.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights plentiful off-street parking, detached garage, and broad southern exposure as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,565/month
Principal & Interest$1,243
Property Tax$242
Insurance$81
Down payment20% ($48,400)
3%50%
Est. 6.65% rate · 30yr fixed · $193,600 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1921
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone, Window Unit(s)
Parking1 Garage space
Lot6,242 sqft
Days on Zillow25 Days
Price/sqft$126
Offer Review Date2026-03-20
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Style1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt
Year built1921
Stories1
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone, Window Unit(s)
RoofComposition
ConstructionMetal/Vinyl
Water / SewerPublic, Company: Tacoma Public Utilities / Sewer Connected, Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Detached Garage, Off Street
BasementUnfinished
Lot6,242 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouth End
Annual tax$4,262
Parcel4325000050
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Dishwasher
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Dishwasher(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Softwood
Vinyl
Carpet
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Window Unit(s)
Windows
Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Detached Garage
Off Street
Construction
Metal/Vinyl
Patio & Porch
Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Lot Features
Curbs
Paved
Sidewalk
Deck
Fenced-Fully
Room details
9 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBedroom
SecondBedroom
MainBathroom Full
MainDining Room
MainEntry Hall
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusPending
Days on market25
Est. value$250,800
Est. rent$2,967/mo
Tax rate0.88%
Price/sqft$126
On marketMar 13, 2026
PostedMar 13, 2026
Last sold$142,500
MLS statusPending
MLS updatedApr 2, 2026
Tour days6
Views2,717
Favorites250
How are the schools in Tacoma?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Tacoma, WA, 98408
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 21, 2026Pending Sale$242,000$126NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 13, 2026Listed For Sale$242,000$126NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 1, 2003Sold$142,500$74NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 19, 1998Sold$83,450$44Public Record
Pending Sale$242,000
Mar 21, 2026•$126/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$242,000
Mar 13, 2026•$126/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$142,500
Aug 1, 2003•$74/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$83,450
Mar 19, 1998•$44/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
19 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$4,262$391,300
Apr 7, 2023$4,104$368,400
Apr 7, 2022$4,154$399,800
Apr 7, 2021$3,903$340,100
Apr 7, 2019$2,945$252,300
Apr 7, 2018$3,087$226,400
Apr 7, 2017$2,729$195,300
Apr 7, 2016$2,337$145,000
Apr 7, 2014$2,337$134,300
Apr 7, 2013$2,048$122,600
Apr 7, 2012—$116,600
Apr 7, 2011—$145,000
Apr 7, 2010—$150,800
Apr 7, 2009—$171,500
Apr 7, 2008$2,192$186,600
Apr 7, 2007$2,192$187,200
Apr 7, 2002$1,768$102,800
Apr 7, 2001$1,662$103,200
Apr 7, 2000$1,662$94,700
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Tacoma, WA • Pierce County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
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