1214 S 8th Street #1 & 2, Tacoma, WA, 98405
About This Home
Exceptional Turnkey Investment Opportunity! Beautifully updated historic duplex offering outstanding income potential & exceptional value. Previously rented for $5,300/MONTH ($2,650 per unit), there’s nothing left to do but place your tenants! IMMEDIATE RENTAL OPPORTUNITY! No renovations needed—just place your tenants & start generating income. OWNER-OCCUPANT/HOUSE HACK OPPORTUNITY! Live in one unit while renting the other to help offset a substantial portion of your monthly mortgage payment while building equity.Both units have the comfort & feel of a single-family home. Each offers 1,118 sq ft with 4 bedrooms, for a total of 8 BEDROOMS, 2.75 baths, and 2,236 sq ft.Extensively remodeled approximately 3–4 years ago with beautifully updated kitchens & bathrooms, fresh interior paint, new carpeting, and newer kitchen appliances. ALL APPLIANCES STAY. Major improvements include a NEWER ROOF, aluminum downspouts, vapor barrier in the walkable crawl space, and newer ABS sewer line.Ideally located in Tacoma’s vibrant Hilltop neighborhood just minutes from major hospitals, LIGHT RAIL, public transit, Ruston Way, the 6th Avenue dining & entertainment district, the Stadium District, and Downtown Tacoma. Opportunities to own a beautifully updated duplex offering TWO INCOME-PRODUCING UNITS, 8 BEDROOMS, and this level of rental potential at such an attractive price point are FEW AND FAR BETWEEN! Seller to pay $10,000 towards buyer's closing cost
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Cement/Concrete,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Duplex
- Property subType: Duplex,Multi Family
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 3
Features
- Flooring: Laminate,Carpet
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Electric
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,236
- Total interior livable area: 2,236 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2008250050
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Lot size: 3,497 sqft
- Features: Curbs,Paved,Sidewalk
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Pierce County and Washington
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,236 | $38,832 |
| Home Insurance * | $178 | $2,136 |
| Property Taxes | $453 | $5,436 |
| Electricity | $152 | $1,835 |
| Total | $4,019 | $48,228 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Washington FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Pending sale | $639,999 |
| 2026-07-29 | Price change | $639,999 |
| 2026-07-21 | Listed for sale | $649,999 |
| 2025-07-11 | Sold | $677,000 |
| 2025-06-06 | Pending sale | $699,000 |
| 2025-04-30 | Listed for sale | $699,000 |
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