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Property Description
Near I-5 access "¢ Finished basement with separate entrance "¢ Fully fenced backyard with fire pit. Classic Craftsman with modern updates and finished basement living space. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,558 sq ft with engineered hardwood flooring, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and brushed nickel fixtures. The open kitchen connects to the dining area with direct access to an updated deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard. Outdoor features include mature landscaping, a custom fire pit, rain barrels, and a large storage shed on the 5,998 sq ft lot. The finished lower level includes a separate exterior entrance providing flexible space for extended living or potential ADU configuration. Additional features include a covered front porch, window seat in the living room, en-suite bathroom off the primary bedroom, tile bathrooms, and double-pane windows. The composition roof was replaced approximately five years ago and the exterior was recently painted. Located about 1 mi to Interstate 5 access, about 2 mi to downtown Tacoma and Tacoma Dome Station transit connections, and about 0.7 mi to Lincoln High School with nearby access to shopping, restaurants, and commuter routes. Be sure to watch the video tour!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1511 S 40th St
General
- Sold For: $495,000
- Taxes: $4,112 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2487186
- Added to Site: 30 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Water Heater
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Vinyl Plank, 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 Lower: 1
- Bedrooms Main: 1
Additional Information
- Amenities: Deck, Fenced-Fully, RV Parking
- Security/Safety: Fully Fenced
Parking
- Uncovered Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street, RV Parking
Location
- Area: 51 - South Tacoma
- County: Pierce
- Subdivision: Tacoma
- Driving Directions: I-5 North, take 38th St. Exit. I-5 South, take 38th St. Exit
School Information
- High School District: Tacoma
- Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
- Middle School: Buyer To Verify
- High School: Buyer To Verify
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Wall Furnace
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Cement Planked, Wood Products
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 1,558
- Finished Total: 1,558 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1924
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1377
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,000
- Lot Size Source: Realist Report
- Topography: Level
- Lot Features: Paved, Sidewalk
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,112
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 8935021960
Listed by Katy Smith | RE/MAX Northwest | (253) 472-2122
Sold by Joshua Bellinger | Seattle Works Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 1511 S 40th St
School District:Tacoma Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Whitman Elementary School, Tacoma, WA 1120 South 39th Street, Tacoma, WA 98418 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Angelo Giaudrone Middle School 4902 South Alaska Street, Tacoma, WA 98408 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Lincoln High School, Tacoma, WA 701 South 37th Street, Tacoma, WA 98418 | 9-12 | 0.7 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 1511 S 40th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/31/2026
Sold
$495,000
4.21%
MLS
3/05/2026
Listed
$475,000
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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.
1511 S 40th Street, Tacoma, WA 98418 (MLS# 2487186) is a Single Family property that was sold at $495,000 on March 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 1511 S 40th Street? 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.

