




509 S 56th Street, Tacoma, WA, 98408
About This Home
Charming and thoughtfully updated Craftsman with a peek-a-boo view of Mount Rainier from the inviting front porch! This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 640 sq ft of beautifully finished living space, plus a 336 sq ft unfinished basement—perfect for storage. Enjoy your private outdoor spaces, including a covered deck, spacious front yard, and fully fenced backyard—all with no HOA. Inside, the home shines with a refreshed kitchen featuring new cabinetry, stone countertops, and stainless steel appliances, along with durable LVP flooring throughout. The bright and comfortable living room offers plenty of space to gather and entertain. Situated on a generous 6,000 sq ft lot with mature privacy trees, this property also includes a detached garage, additional off-street parking, and space for a dog run or garden. The basement provides ample storage and added flexibility. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, bus lines, I-5, and a quick drive to JBLM, this Tacoma gem blends charm, function, and accessibility in one adorable package.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Wood Products
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 1985
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- 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: Electric,Water Heater Location: Bathroom Closet
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Entry Hall
- Level: Main
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Vinyl Plank
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Ductless,Wall Furnace,Electric
- Cooling features: Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 976
- Total interior livable area: 976 sqft
Kitchen With Eating Space
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
Utility Room
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 4325001260
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dining Room,Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- Topography of land: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Lot
- Lot size: 5,998 sqft
- Features: Curbs,Paved,Sidewalk,Deck,Fenced-Fully,RV Parking
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage,RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
