1208 S Ainsworth Avenue, Tacoma, Washington 98405

WA, Tacoma
$475,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Bath
  • 2,892 Sqft
  • Residential Property Type
  • 1922 Year Built
  • Active Status
Property Description

Endless potential meets prime location in one of Tacoma’s most vibrant and evolving neighborhoods. Bring your tool belt as this home will need some work. Being sold as-is, this property presents a rare opportunity for investors, developers, or buyers looking to add value while benefitting from the continued revitalization of Tacoma’s historic district. Tax records reflect 3 bedrooms; however, the home offers 2 additional finished rooms that provide flexible options for office space, guest rooms, or creative use. The main level features a welcoming living room, dining area, and kitchen, along with 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. A separate exterior entry from the back porch leads to the upper level, offering 3 additional rooms and a full bathroom – creating a versatile layout with potential for multi-generational living or income-producing possibilities (buyer to verify). Basement entry from kitchen; basement includes washer and dryer hookups, hot water heater, and HVAC system, with space that may be finished to expand usable square footage or provide additional storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard with parking and convenient alley access. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Tacoma, local dining, shopping, transit routes, and everyday amenities, this property combines location, flexibility, and opportunity.

Source: NWMLS
Basic Details
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Listing Type: For Sale
  • Listing ID: 2492630
  • Price: $475,000
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Square Footage: 2,892 Sqft
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Lot Area: 0.11 Acre
  • Status: Active
  • Office Name: eXp Realty
  • Agent Name: Kathy R. Dixon
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Roof: Composition
Features
  • Heating System Forced Air
  • Cooling System Central Air
  • Basement Unfinished
  • Fireplace Wood Burning
  • Parking Off Street
  • Exterior Features Metal/Vinyl
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring Carpet, Laminate
  • Interior Features Fireplace, Dining Room, Water Heater, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Sewer Sewer Connected
Appliances
  • Stove(s)/Range(s)
Address Map
  • Country US
  • State WA
  • County Pierce
  • City Tacoma
  • Zipcode 98405
  • Street: Ainsworth
  • Street Number: 1208
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Longitude: W123° 32' 27.6''
  • Latitude: N47° 14' 59.4''
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: From I-5 South, Exit towards 16 West; use the right lane to exit towards S Sprague Ave (Exit 1A), continue on S Sprague Ave, turn right on Earnest S Brazil/12th Ave; turn right onto S Ainsworth Ave.
  • Mls Area Major: 28 - Central Tacoma
  • Street Dir Prefix: S
  • Zoning: UR3
Neighborhood
  • Elementary School: Stanley
  • High School: Stadium
  • High School District: Tacoma
  • Middle School: Hilltop Heritage Middle
Additional Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 4875
  • Water Source: Public
  • On Market Date: 2026-03-14
  • Lot Features: Paved, Curbs, Sidewalk, Alley
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Construction Materials: Metal/Vinyl
Financial
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5359.16
Listing Information
  • List Agent Mls Id: 65534
  • List Office Mls Id: 4484
  • Listing Term: Cash,Conventional,Rehab Loan
  • Mls Status: Active
  • Modification Timestamp: 2026-04-23T17:07:14Z
  • Originating System Name: NWMLS
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Status Change Timestamp: 2026-04-23T17:05:40Z
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