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Property Description
Investors!! Prime Location!! Don't miss this fantastic investment opportunity in the highly desirable Ruston area of Tacoma! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath, single-story home offers 936 square feet of living space plus a spacious 297-square-foot attached garage & a ductless heat pump. Situated on a fenced lot, the property features a new roof, providing a great head start for your renovation or rental plans. There is a large shed for extra storage and fruit trees in the backyard. Whether you're looking to flip, remodel, or add to your investment portfolio, this home has excellent potential. Pride of ownership for over 40 years! Enjoy an unbeatable location just minutes from shopping, waterfront dining, local boutiques, parks, and all the amenities that make the Ruston waterfront one of Tacoma's most sought-after destinations. With strong neighborhood appeal and easy access to everything the area has to offer, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this well-located investor special!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5133 N 38th St
General
- Sold For: $383,000
- Taxes: $4,648 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2563087
- Added to Site: 71 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Water Heater
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 3
Additional Information
- Amenities: Fenced-Fully, Outbuildings, RV Parking
- Security/Safety: Fully Fenced
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Uncovered Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
Location
- Area: 25 - North Tacoma
- County: Pierce
- Subdivision: Tacoma
- Driving Directions: From N Pearl St, W on N 37th, R on N Baltimore, L on N 38th, Property on the Right.
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
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Wood, Wood Products
- Basement Desc.: None
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 936
- Finished Total: 936 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1969
- Property Condition: Good
Lot Features
- Property View: Territorial
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1148
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,000
- Lot Size Source: Realist
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 100
- Topography: Level
- Lot Features: Paved
- Trees/Vegetation: Garden Space
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,648
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Leased Equipment, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
- Property ID: 6685000324
- Block: 6
- Lot Number: 5
Listed by Chase Lipke | Century 21 Van Dorm Realty | (360) 943-3800
Sold by Mei Yang | Windermere Real Estate/East
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Schools
Schools serving 5133 N 38th St
School District:Tacoma Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sherman Elementary School 4415 North 38th Street, Tacoma, WA 98407 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
Truman Middle School 5801 North 35th Street, Tacoma, WA 98407 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Dr. Dolores Silas High School 1202 North Orchard Street, Tacoma, WA 98406 | 9-12 | 1.5 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 5133 N 38th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/14/2026
Sold
$383,000
2.13%
MLS
7/31/2026
Listed
$375,000
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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.
5133 N 38th Street, Tacoma, WA 98407 (MLS# 2563087) is a Single Family property that was sold at $383,000 on September 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 5133 N 38th 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.

