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$440,000
Property Description
Price Reduced to sell! Bring your tool belt as this home will need some work. Endless potential meets prime location in one of Tacoma's most vibrant and evolving neighborhoods. 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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1208 S Ainsworth Ave
General
- Sold For: $440,000
- Taxes: $5,359 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2492630
- Added to Site: 120 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Stove(s)/Range(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 1
- Bedrooms Main: 2
Additional Information
- Amenities: Cable TV, Fenced-Partially
- Security/Safety: Partially Fenced
Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street
Location
- Area: 28 - Central Tacoma
- County: Pierce
- Subdivision: Central Tacoma
- Building Name: Bakers Add 02
- Driving 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.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- High School District: Tacoma
- Elementary School: Stanley
- Middle School: Hilltop Heritage Middle
- High School: Stadium
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Metal/Vinyl
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 2,892
- Finished Total: 1,992 Sq. Ft.
- Unfinished Total: 900 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1922
- Property Condition: Fair
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1119
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,875
- Lot Size Source: Realist
- Lot Dimensions: 4875
- Topography: Level, Partial Slope
- Lot Features: Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,359.16
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, Rehab Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Stove(s)/Range(s)
- Property ID: 2012320020
- Block: 1232
- Lot Number: 3
Listed by Kathy R. Dixon | eXp Realty | (888) 317-5197
Sold by Dawn L Tinebra | Redfin
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Schools
Schools serving 1208 S Ainsworth Ave
School District:Tacoma Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Stanley Elementary School 1712 South 17th Street, Tacoma, WA 98405 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
Hilltop Heritage Middle School 602 North Sprague Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98403 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Stadium High School 111 North E Street, Tacoma, WA 98403 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1208 S Ainsworth Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/30/2026
Sold
$440,000
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MLS
5/22/2026
Price Reduced
$440,000
-7.37%
MLS
4/03/2026
Price Reduced
$475,000
-3.06%
MLS
3/14/2026
Listed
$490,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1208 S Ainsworth Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405 (MLS# 2492630) is a Single Family property that was sold at $440,000 on June 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 1208 S Ainsworth Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Tacoma? You can browse all Tacoma real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
