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5121 S Oakes Street

Tacoma, WA 98409

3 beds
3 baths
1,993 sqft
6,000 sqft lot
$200 per sqft
1967 build

Charming 1925 Craftsman home in South Tacoma, ready for your updates. First time on the market in over 30 years! This residence boasts 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.25 bathrooms, encompassing approximately 1,759 square feet of living space. Outbuildings and dried-in basement features plenty of storage, or maybe build an DADU? The property's classic architecture is complemented by modern amenities, offering a blend of historic charm and contemporary comfort. Situated in a vibrant Tacoma neighborhood with easy access to I-5, you'll appreciate the proximity to local shops & dining on S Tacoma Way, nearby parks, making it an ideal choice for those seeking both convenience and character in their next home.

Listing courtesy of NWMLS / Better Properties N. Proctor

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 25, 2025 •

MLS# 2347938 —

The Building

Year Built:

1925
Year Built:

1967
Year Built Source:

Public Records
New Construction:

false
Building Name:

South Park Addition
Building Information:

Built On Lot
Structure Type:

House
Roof:

Composition
Entry Location:

Main
Basement:

Roughed In
Exterior Features:

Wood, Wood Products
Building Area Total:

1993
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Calculated SqFt:

1993
Unfinished SqFt:

468
SqFt Source:

Realist
Construction Materials:

Wood
Direction Faces:

West

Interior

Interior Features:

Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet
Living Area:

1525
Flooring:

Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Fireplace:

false
Fireplace Features:

Electric
Finished SqFt:

1525

Financial & Terms

Possession:

Closing

Location

Latitude:

47.209897
Longitude:

-122.471967
Directions:

From I-5 or Tacoma Mall Blvd, head west on S. 56th St, north on S. Oakes. Home on the right.From South Tacoma Way, head east on S. 56th St, north on S. Oakes St. Home on the right.

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Residential
Parcel Number:

7770100080
Lot Features:

Alley, Corner Lot, Paved, Sidewalk
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.1377
Lot Size SqFt:

6000
Lot Size Source:

Realist
Zoning Jurisdiction:

City
Land Lease:

false
View:

false
Waterfront:

false
Topography:

Level
Zoning:

UR1-STGPD
Irrigation Water Rights:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

4128

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedrooms Possible:

3
Bedrooms Upper Level:

2
Main Level Bedrooms:

1

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Baths:

2
Three Quarter Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Bathrooms:

2
Main level Three Quarter Bath:

2
Upper Level Half Baths:

1
# of Bathtubs:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

false
Heating:

true
Cooling:

None
Heating:

Forced Air

Utilities

Water Company:

Tpu
Water Source:

Public
Sewer:

Sewer Connected
Sewer Company:

Tpu
Power Company:

Tpu

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

Elementary School:

Buyer To Verify
Middle Or Junior School:

Buyer To Verify
High School:

Buyer To Verify
High School District:

Tacoma

The Community

Subdivision Name:

South Tacoma
Senior Community:

false
Bus Line Nearby:

true
Association:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street
Open Parking:

false
Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

false
Garage SqFt:

322
Carport:

false

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Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$399,900

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,141
Taxes	$344
Insurance	$109
Utilities	$121 See report
Total	$2,715/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
3/21/25 Mar 21, 2025	Listed / Active	NWMLS	$399,900

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This house located in South Tacoma, Tacoma, WA 98409 is currently for sale for $399,900. 5121 S Oakes Street is a 1,993 square foot house with 3 beds and 3 baths. 5121 S Oakes Street is in the South Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma and has a WalkScore® of 56, making it somewhat walkable.

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