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11711 12th Avenue S, Tacoma, WA, 98444

2beds
1baths
984sqft
$399,950
$406price/sqft
$2,674/moest. monthly cost
$106,960/yrincome needed

About This Home

How about having some "country in the city"? What a rare find close to PLU, JBLM McChord AFB & the Recreation Center! Just moments to freeway & lots of shopping & parks. A well-laid-out 2 bd 1 full bath w/a huge level corner lot ready for you to plant fruit trees, start a big raised bed garden & much more; Plenty of room for all of your activities & versatility you have been just hoping to find until now. Loads of upgrades & remodeling done (over $200k cost) plus great potential to build an additional dwelling unit (ADU) on the site for some sweet passive income, add or convert to a duplex or small apt bldg; (All have been generally discussed with Pierce County by current owner & have some potential to explore further by new owner. Exciting options! This home shows careful attention to detail + excellent condition home is in. Your Light & Bright traditional homestead features 5 year old newer windows that are all doublepaned, new plumbing, newer electrical service, a 5-year old comp roof, new electrical service, 100% new plumbing & attractive newer laminate flrs w/ oak floors professionally refinished beneath if you prefer to expose the beauty of original oak floors now or later. Plus you have a bonus area partially finished in basement; washer & dryer + hot water tank; ample room for a hobby shop, a home theater, or whatever special function you want to create in that large insulated space w/ electrical. Follow stairs from back porch to check out this "secret" bonus area!

Getting Around

45
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
40
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

3/10
2/10
5/10
Washington High SchoolGrades 9-120.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Year built: 1940

Materials

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Metal/Vinyl

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2012

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Water Heater: Electric,Water Heater Location: Basement

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partially Finished,Unfinished

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Room
  • Window features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Laminate

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: 90%+ High Efficiency,Forced Air,Propane,See Remarks,Solar Hot Water,Solar PV,Solar (Unspecified),Wood
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 984
  • Total interior livable area: 984 sqft

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Other

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 3100002381
  • Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s),Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Dining Room,Water Heater
  • Topography of land: Level
  • Residential vegetation: Garden Space

Lot

  • Lot size: 10,001 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot,Paved,Cable TV,Fenced-Fully,Gas Available,Gated Entry,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Detached Carport,Driveway,RV Parking
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Uncovered spaces: 3
  • Carport: Yes

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 $2,022$24,264
Home Insurance *$99$1,188
Property Taxes $404$4,848
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$2,674$32,088
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$91,680/yr
40% on housing$80,220/yr
45% on housing$71,306/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

$406This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98444$240
Pierce County$262

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98444$317
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
2026-06-22Price change$399,950
2026-05-28Listed for sale$428,950
2021-05-29Listing removed--
2021-04-09Price change$375,000
2021-01-19Price change$354,500
2021-01-10Listed for sale$328,500
2000-06-15Sold$85,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentBarbara Foster
BrokerageWindermere Prof Partners

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