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$455,000 -$20,000 (-4.21%) Price Reduced

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,946 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 7 hours ago

Listed by Lynette Rogers | eXp Realty | (888) 317-5197

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Classic brick rambler blending timeless character with thoughtful updates. The main level features two bedrooms, refinished original hardwood floors, arched doorways, a bright bay window, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace that anchors the living space. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, and easy access to the backyard. Downstairs, you'll find a spacious bonus living area with new LVP flooring, a third bedroom, bathroom, and laundry-providing flexibility for guests, multi-generational living, hobbies, or work-from-home needs. Major improvements include a heat pump, added insulation, and a professionally relined sewer line. Enjoy efficient year-round comfort with lower energy costs thanks to the heat pump and added insulation-keeping the home cozy in the winter and cool when Tacoma decides to have a toasty summer. Situated on a fully fenced South Tacoma lot with a covered patio, attached garage, and UR2 zoning offering future flexibility. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, and commuter routes.

Full Property Details for 860 S 48th

General

  • Price: $455,000
  • Taxes: $4,637 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: NWMLS
  • MLS ID: 2538855
  • Updated: 7/11/2026
  • Added to Site: 30 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl Plank

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - 3/4 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Lower: 1
  • Bedrooms Main: 2

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 1
  • Uncovered Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage

Location

  • Area: 51 - South Tacoma
  • County: Pierce
  • Subdivision: Lincoln
  • Building Name: South Side Addition to Tacoma
  • Driving Directions: Pacific Avenue to S 48th. West on 48th to home on South Side or I-5 to 38th, E to Alaska St, South to 48th, E to home on right before Yakima.
  • Direction Faces: North

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: Heat Pump
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Structure Type: House
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement Desc.: Partially Finished
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • Square Feet: 1,946
  • Finished Total: 1,451 Sq. Ft.
  • Unfinished Total: 495 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Property Condition: Good

Lot Features

  • Property View: Partial
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1267
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,518
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Topography: Sloped

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $4,637
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: None
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
  • Property ID: 7785000520
  • Block: 4520

Listed by Lynette Rogers | eXp Realty | (888) 317-5197

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Schools serving 860 S 48th

School District:Tacoma Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Mann Elementary School
1002 South 52nd Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
PK-50.3 mi
Angelo Giaudrone Middle School
4902 South Alaska Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
6-80.7 mi
Lincoln High School, Tacoma, WA
701 South 37th Street, Tacoma, WA 98418
9-120.8 mi
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Price & Sales History for 860 S 48th Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/11/2026
Price Reduced
$455,000
-4.21%
MLS
6/22/2026
Price Reduced
$475,000
-3.06%
MLS
6/11/2026
Listed
$490,000
68.38%
MLS
8/12/2019
Sold
$291,000
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Tax History for 860 S 48th

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,534
2%
$425,300
7%
2024
$4,425
-1%
$397,300
-8%
2023
$4,481
8%
$431,400
19%
2022
$4,154
8%
$362,100
18%
2021
$3,859
-1%
$306,900
7%
2020
$3,890
22%
$286,700
17%
2019
$3,198
-11%
$245,900
8%
2018
$3,611
17%
$228,500
20%
2017
$3,081
11%
$191,200
16%
2016
$2,788
11%
$165,200
5%
2014
$2,519
—
$157,400
8%
2014
$2,519
—
$146,300
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860 S 48th, Tacoma, WA 98408 (MLS# 2538855) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 860 S 48th is currently listed for $455,000 and was received on June 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 860 S 48th? 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.

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