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1912 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA, 98405

3beds
3baths
1,560sqft
$439,500
$282price/sqft
$2,884/moest. monthly cost
$115,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Rare opportunity to own an updated Tacoma 2-story with possible future detached ADU opportunity, this adds exceptional flexibility and future upside! Per City of Tacoma Land Use, detached ADU potential and running your own commercial business out of this location has been confirmed subject to buyer verification, permitting, and development requirements. Ideal for investors, multigenerational living, rental income, house-hacking and commercial business opportunities. Live in the main house while building DADU! This move-in ready 3 bed, 2.5 bath home features a beautifully redesigned European-inspired kitchen with rich wood countertops, terracotta-style tile backsplash, custom vent hood, fresh interior/exterior paint, updated lighting, bamboo flooring, remodeled baths, and serviced HVAC. Enjoy a private fully fenced backyard with new cedar fencing plus a versatile detached shop offering excellent flex-space potential. Conveniently located minutes to downtown Tacoma, Tacoma Link light rail, parks, shops, waterfront attractions, and local favorite Fish House Cafe.

Getting Around

80
WalkingVery Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
61
BikeBikeable

Schools

3/10
Edna Travis ElementaryGrades PK-50.2 mi
3/10
7/10
Stadium High SchoolGrades 9-121.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Very Good
  • Year built: 2002

Materials

  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Cement Planked,Wood Siding,Wood Products,Cement Plank

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2006

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Contemporary,2 Story
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer,Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Washer(s),Water Heater: Gas,Water Heater Location: Stairway Closet

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Bath Off Primary,Dining Room
  • Window features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Skylight(s)
  • Flooring: Bamboo/Cork,Laminate,Vinyl

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Electric,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,560
  • Total interior livable area: 1,560 sqft

Kitchen With Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Other

  • Level: Main

Utility Room

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2019220030
  • Zoning: TAC
  • Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary,Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Dining Room,Skylight(s),Water Heater
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Territorial
  • Topography of land: Level
  • Residential vegetation: Garden Space

Lot

  • Lot size: 3,249 sqft
  • Features: Paved,Sidewalk,Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Fully,Gas Available,Shop
  • Lot size dimensions: 130' x 25'

Parking

  • Parking features: Off Street

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
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Heat Wave

FEMA Declared Disasters in Pierce County and Washington

Fire
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,222$26,664
Home Insurance *$122$1,464
Property Taxes $391$4,692
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$2,884$34,608
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$98,880/yr
40% on housing$86,520/yr
45% on housing$76,906/yr

Washington FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 306Commercial: 55
Total Premiums$858,000
Total Exposure$176.33M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.9%
9.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.0%
3.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.6%
1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$282This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98405$224
Pierce County$262

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98405$316
Pierce County$312

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-03Price change$439,500
2026-07-27Price change$449,500
2026-07-03Price change$454,950
2026-06-01Price change$474,950
2026-05-14Listed for sale$489,950
2017-10-02Listing removed$224,950
2017-10-02Listed for sale$224,950
2017-09-29Sold$231,700
2017-08-06Pending sale$224,950
2017-08-03Price change$224,950
2017-07-17Price change$229,950
2017-07-05Price change$239,950
2017-06-24Listed for sale$249,000
2014-04-22Listing removed$1,200
2014-02-22Price change$1,200
2014-02-12Listed for rent$1,150
2013-02-14Listing removed$1,200
2013-01-22Listed for rent$1,200
2012-05-07Listing removed$1,200
2012-03-21Listed for rent$1,200
2007-08-31Sold$195,000
2003-07-25Sold$130,000
2002-05-01Sold$10,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJaron Witsoe
BrokerageCOMPASS

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