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Property Description
Charming and thoughtfully updated Craftsman with a peek-a-boo view of Mount Rainier from the inviting front porch! This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 640 sq ft of beautifully finished living space, plus a 336 sq ft unfinished basement-perfect for storage. Enjoy your private outdoor spaces, including a covered deck, spacious front yard, and fully fenced backyard-all with no HOA. Inside, the home shines with a refreshed kitchen featuring new cabinetry, stone countertops, and stainless steel appliances, along with durable LVP flooring throughout. The bright and comfortable living room offers plenty of space to gather and entertain. Situated on a generous 6,000 sq ft lot with mature privacy trees, this property also includes a detached garage, additional off-street parking, and space for a dog run or garden. The basement provides ample storage and added flexibility. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, bus lines, I-5, and a quick drive to JBLM, this Tacoma gem blends charm, function, and accessibility in one adorable package.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 509 S 56th St
General
- Price: $375,000
- Taxes: $3,694 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2507667
- Updated: Today (4/16/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Interior Features: Dining Room, Water Heater
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
- Bedrooms Main: 1
Additional Information
- Amenities: Deck, Fenced-Fully, RV Parking
- Security/Safety: Fully Fenced
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Detached Garage, RV Parking
Location
- Area: 59 - Southeast Tacoma
- County: Pierce
- Subdivision: South Tacoma
- Driving Directions: GPS Works :)
School Information
- High School District: Tacoma
- Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
- Middle School: Buyer To Verify
- High School: Buyer To Verify
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ductless
- Heating Type: Ductless, Wall Furnace
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Wood Products
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 976
- Finished Total: 640 Sq. Ft.
- Unfinished Total: 336 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountains
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1377
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,000
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Topography: Level
- Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
- Trees/Vegetation: Garden Space
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,694
- 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: 4325001260
Listed by Katie Merritt | Real Broker LLC | (855) 450-0442 and Aaron N. Thomas | Real Broker LLC | (855) 450-0442
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Schools
Schools serving 509 S 56th St
School District:Tacoma Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mann Elementary School 1002 South 52nd Street, Tacoma, WA 98408 | PK-5 | 0.5 mi |
Angelo Giaudrone Middle School 4902 South Alaska Street, Tacoma, WA 98408 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Lincoln High School, Tacoma, WA 701 South 37th Street, Tacoma, WA 98418 | 9-12 | 1.3 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 509 S 56th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/16/2026
Listed
$375,000
25%
MLS
7/25/2022
Sold
$300,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 509 S 56th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,523
3%
$323,300
6%
2024
$3,413
2%
$306,200
-5%
2023
$3,357
8%
$322,900
19%
2022
$3,122
13%
$271,900
24%
2021
$2,751
3%
$218,500
11%
2020
$2,671
17%
$196,600
14%
2018
$2,290
—
$173,200
20%
2018
$2,290
13%
$144,700
15%
2017
$2,027
12%
$125,600
18%
2016
$1,805
15%
$106,800
6%
2014
$1,567
—
$100,400
10%
2014
$1,567
—
$90,900
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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509 S 56th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408 (MLS# 2507667) is a Single Family property with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. 509 S 56th Street is currently listed for $375,000 and was received on April 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 509 S 56th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New Tacoma? You can browse all New Tacoma real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
