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1216 S Karl Johan Avenue

Tacoma, WA 98465

4 beds
3 baths
3,192 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$403 per sqft
1991 build

Perched on an oversized 0.4-acre lot, this West Slope gem boasts breathtaking views over the Sound and Narrows Bridge. Nestled in a well-manicured neighborhood, this solid home is hitting the market for the first time! The main level captures views from nearly every room, while the lower level includes a separate entrance, kitchen & bath, ideal for multi-generational living, guests, or rental potential. In addition to the attached two-car garage, a massive 1,344 sq. ft. detached two-story garage with an RV door & separate street access is ready for your car collection, shop, or possible ADU conversion. Enjoy stunning sunset views and envision the endless potential this home offers to transform it into your dream!

Listing courtesy of NWMLS / Keller Williams Rty Tacoma

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 14, 2025 •

MLS# 2358343 —

The Building

Year Built:

1950
Year Built:

1991
Year Built Source:

Public Records
New Construction:

false
Building Information:

Built On Lot
Structure Type:

House
Roof:

Composition
Foundation Details:

Poured Concrete
Basement:

Daylight, Finished
Exterior Features:

Wood
Levels:

Two
Building Area Total:

3192
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Calculated SqFt:

3192
SqFt Source:

Public Records
Construction Materials:

Wood

Interior

Interior Features:

Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Hardwood, High Tech Cabling, Laminate, Wall to Wall Carpet
Living Area:

3192
Flooring:

Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning
Main Level Fireplace:

1
Lower Level Fireplace:

1
Finished SqFt:

3192

Financial & Terms

Possession:

Closing

Location

Latitude:

47.249186
Longitude:

-122.541035
Directions:

From Hwy 16, head S on Jackson St. Turn right on S 12th St. Turn Left on S Karl Johan Ave. Home is on Right.

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Residential
Parcel Number:

6235200460
Lot Features:

Alley, Paved
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.4001
Lot Size SqFt:

17430
Lot Size Source:

Public Records
Land Lease:

false
View:

Bay, Sound, Territorial
View:

true
Waterfront:

false
Topography:

Level,Partial Slope
Vegetation:

Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Irrigation Water Rights:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Annual Amount:

11704

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

4
Main Level Bedrooms:

3
Bedrooms Lower Level:

1

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Baths:

2.75
Full Baths:

2
Three Quarter Baths:

1
Main Full Baths:

2
Main Level Bathrooms:

3
Main level Three Quarter Bath:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None
Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour URL Description:

1216 S Karl Johan Ave, Tacoma

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

true
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Forced Air, Heat Pump
Heating:

Forced Air, Heat Pump

Utilities

Water Source:

Public
Sewer:

Sewer Connected

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Appliances Included:

Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Schools

High School District:

Tacoma

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Narrows
Senior Community:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Parking Total:

10
Parking Features:

Driveway, Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
Open Parking:

false
Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

10
Attached Garage:

true
Garage SqFt:

1756
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

10

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Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,289,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$6,902
Taxes	$975
Insurance	$354
Utilities	$135 See report
Total	$8,366/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/11/25 Apr 11, 2025	Listed / Active	NWMLS	$1,289,000
7/16/20 Jul 16, 2020	Delisted / Withdrawn	NWMLS

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This house located in West End, Tacoma, WA 98465 is currently for sale for $1,289,000. 1216 S Karl Johan Avenue is a 3,192 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths. 1216 S Karl Johan Avenue is in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma and has a WalkScore® of 38, making it car-dependent.

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