1236 S Stevens Street, Tacoma, WA 98405

Tacoma
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Northwest Home Team
Listed by: katy brown
Office: hawkins poe253-274-8981
MLS#:2574475
Source:NWMLS
1236 S Stevens Street,Tacoma, WA 98405
$510,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,608 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Pending

Price summary

  • Price:$510,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$317.16

About this home

Live where you create! And enjoy a 1-0 Rate Buydown with Preferred lender! This brick storybook home on S Stevens Street in Tacoma was re-faced, brick by brick, by Tacoma photographer Virna Haffer, who became an international icon in her industry. Working singlehandedly over 10 years, she transformed the exterior, and the home was featured in Sunset magazine in the 1930s. Thor the Lion fountain, a canopy of creeping vines, an iron gate, and a brick façade set the stage. Step inside and the city falls away: the interior is remarkably quiet and peaceful, with original arched doors and arched windows adding whimsy throughout. The walkout basement is built for work and play, with office space, a storage/darkroom, and a workshop. Out back, paved alley access with ample parking leads to a separate shop with power and heating capability, perfect for artists, hobbyists, tradespeople, or anyone running a business from home. Upstairs, 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths on over 1,600 finished sq ft,...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1919
  • Subdivision & Development:Tacoma
  • Listing ID #:2574475
  • Updated:October 30, 2026 at 08:30 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Flooring:Carpet, Hardwood
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Double Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bedroom Description:Main Level Bedrooms : 1, Upper Level Bedrooms : 2
  • Basement Description:Finished
  • Living area:1,608 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Heat Pump
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1919
  • Building area:1,608 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.14 Acres
  • Lot Features:Paved, Sidewalk
  • Architectural Style:Victorian
  • Construction Materials:Brick Exterior Finish
  • Exterior Features:Fenced-Partially, Patio
  • Foundation Description:Finished

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Sewer Connected

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$510,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$317.16
  • Tax amount:$4,905 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Amenities:Ceiling Fan(s), Security System, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:4
  • Parking description:Driveway, Off Street Parking
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