228 S 55th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate McKenzie Realty
Listed by: justin c. smith
Office: keller williams rty tacoma
MLS#:2540382
Source:NWMLS
228 S 55th Street,Tacoma, WA 98408
$480,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Sold
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Price summary
- Price:$480,000
About this home
Timeless Craftsman charm & stylish modern updates come together in this beautifully maintained South Tacoma home! Nestled in an established neighborhood just minutes from freeways, Tacoma Mall, restaurants, shopping & more, this home offers the perfect blend of character, comfort & convenience. The bright living & dining rooms feature gorgeous hardwood floors, abundant natural light from oversized windows & a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The remodeled kitchen showcases newer stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinet space, LVP flooring & a stylish backsplash. Enjoy your morning coffee or summer breakfasts in the charming sunlit breakfast nook just off the kitchen. The main floor includes a bedroom & full bath, while upstairs you'll find fresh paint, brand-new carpet (2026) & three bedroom (two generously sized!), along with a second full bath. The spacious unfinished basement/garage offers endless possibilities for storage, hobbies, a workshop or future expansion. Step outside to the large, fully fenced backyard, complete with a firepit & storage shed—perfect for summer barbecues, entertaining, gardening or providing plenty of room for your furry friends to play. Major improvements provide peace of mind, including a new sewer line (2019), remodeled kitchen (2021), torch-down roof (2021), exterior paint (2021), interior paint (2021-2026) & new upstairs carpet (2026). A wonderful opportunity to own a move-in ready home with classic character & thoughtful updates throughout!...
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Home facts
- Year built:1928
- Subdivision & Development:Se Tacoma
- Listing ID #:2540382
- Updated:August 06, 2026 at 08:20 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Carpet, Ceramic Tile Floor, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl Plank
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Bedroom Description:Main Level Bedrooms : 1, Upper Level Bedrooms : 3
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Unfinished
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Forced Air
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Composition
- Year built:1928
- Lot Features:Alley, Curbed Lot, Paved, Sidewalk
- Construction Materials:Wood Exterior Finish, Wood Products Exterior Finish
- Exterior Features:Fenced-Fully
- Foundation Description:Unfinished
Schools
- High school:Buyer To Verify
- Middle school:Buyer To Verify
- Elementary school:Buyer To Verify
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$480,000
- Tax amount:$4,837 (2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Gas Available, High Speed Internet
Parking
- Total parking spaces:1
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street Parking
- Garage:Yes
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