5821 S Puget Sound Ave

Tacoma, WA 98409

$425,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,292 Sq. Ft.
$185 / Sq. Ft.
2,292
Sq. Ft.
$185
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to your new home in the heart of South Tacoma! This charmer features a welcoming classic craftsman vibe with high box beam ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and original built-ins with leaded glass separating the living room from the huge dining room. With three comfortable bedrooms, an office area and a generous laundry room off the well-appointed bathroom there is plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen is equipped with a butler's pantry and lots of storage, making it ideal for those who love...Welcome to your new home in the heart of South Tacoma! This charmer features a welcoming classic craftsman vibe with high box beam ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and original built-ins with leaded glass separating the living room from the huge dining room. With three comfortable bedrooms, an office area and a generous laundry room off the well-appointed bathroom there is plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen is equipped with a butler's pantry and lots of storage, making it ideal for those who love to cook and entertain. Fresh paint and carpet, this home is turnkey and ready for your personal touch. Large level lot with fenced back yard offers space to garden & play while the gate on the alley offers easy access and secure parking.

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Property Details for 5821 South Puget Sound Avenue

Community Name
South Tacoma
School District
Tacoma
Number of Assigned Spaces
0
Total Covered Parking
0
Offers Review Date
05-15-2025
Entry Date
05-07-2025
Energy Source
Electric
Sewer
Sewer Connected
LISTING UPDATED: 06/28/2025 04:03 AM

Property Details for 5821 South Puget Sound Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #2371636
Days on Market8
Cumulative Days on Market8
Taxes$4,837 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1909
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,500 SF
CountyPierce County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

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Building Information for 5821 South Puget Sound Avenue

Stories-Year Built1909Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,500 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,630 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,227

Property Taxes

$403

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5821 South Puget Sound Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 12 - 2 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, Outbuildings, Patio
  • Area: 47 - South Tacoma
  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle Or Junior School: Buyer To Verify
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Turn South off 56th onto Puget Sound Ave, go two-three blocks. Home sits on the East side of street.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Parking Type: Off Street
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Basement: None
  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Laminate, Walk-In Pantry, Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: Crawl Space
  • Room and Floor: Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Kitchen Without Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Bedroom-Main, Bathroom Full-Main, Bedroom-None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Room List: Dining Room, Entry Hall, Kitchen Without Eating Space, Living Room, Bedroom, Bathroom Full
  • Number Of Showers: 1
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Cement/Concrete, Wood Products
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Partially Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
  • Sewer Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
  • Water Company: Tacoma Public Utilities
  • Power Production Type: Electric
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Level: Two
  • Lot Topography: Level
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1991
  • Photos Count: 23
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Source: Realist
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 2125000410
  • Calculated Square Footage: 2292
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 2292
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 2292.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 5821 South Puget Sound Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 28, 2025

Sold

NWMLS #2371636

$425,000—
May 27, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558275071

$425,000

+4.7% / yr

May 15, 2025

Pending

NWMLS #2371636

—
May 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2371636

$420,000—
Jun 30, 2020

Sold

NWMLS #1597157

$340,000—
Jun 29, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #671381006

$340,000

+4.6% / yr

May 31, 2020

Pending

NWMLS #1597157

—
May 14, 2020

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1597157

$335,000—
Nov 16, 2007

Sold

NWMLS #27072264

$193,500—
Nov 15, 2007

Pending

NWMLS #27072264

—
Nov 12, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #228991471

$193,500

+5.0% / yr

Apr 28, 2007

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #27072264

$219,900—
Mar 18, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #154458379

$170,000—
Mar 18, 2005

Sold

NWMLS #25013901

$170,000—
Mar 17, 2005

Pending

NWMLS #25013901

—
Jan 31, 2005

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #25013901

$199,950—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/28/2025

Sold

NWMLS #2371636

$425,000
05/27/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558275071

$425,000

+4.7% / yr

05/15/2025

Pending

NWMLS #2371636

—
05/07/2025

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2371636

$420,000
06/30/2020

Sold

NWMLS #1597157

$340,000
06/29/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #671381006

$340,000

+4.6% / yr

05/31/2020

Pending

NWMLS #1597157

—
05/14/2020

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1597157

$335,000
11/16/2007

Sold

NWMLS #27072264

$193,500
11/15/2007

Pending

NWMLS #27072264

—
11/12/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #228991471

$193,500

+5.0% / yr

04/28/2007

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #27072264

$219,900
03/18/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #154458379

$170,000
03/18/2005

Sold

NWMLS #25013901

$170,000
03/17/2005

Pending

NWMLS #25013901

—
01/31/2005

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #25013901

$199,950

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5821 South Puget Sound Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$195,900Additions$248,300Total$444,200
Tax Record2025$4,837 ($403 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,758 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,758 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1909Year Renovated2005ZoningR2-SRDCountyPIERCEAPN2125000410Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5821 South Puget Sound Avenue

This home is within Tacoma School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Edison Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Gray Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mt Tahoma High School
Public9 to 12

Oakland High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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