Central Tacoma Homes under $500,000

BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION with space, flexibility and Mt. Rainier views in the heart of Tacoma. Offering approximately 1,700 square feet across three thoughtfully designed levels, this 3 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom townhome delivers space and functionality that's hard to find in new construction at this price point. A bathroom on every floor adds convenience and privacy throughout. The flexible lower level opens up even more possibilities, easily serving as a home office, guest suite, multigenerational space, workout room or additional lounge. Upstairs, comfortable bedrooms are set apart from the main living areas, with Mt. Rainier views adding a special touch. Step outside to your private patio, or take advantage of your own garage for secure parking and extra storage. This home sits on a divided lot, with an HOA covering shared services like trash and yard maintenance for low-maintenance living. HOA documents are available upon request. The location is hard to beat. Stanley Elementary sits directly across the street, with the Al Davies Boys & Girls Club and Stanley Playfield just steps away. St. Joseph Medical Center, Tacoma General, UW Tacoma, downtown Tacoma and Tacoma Link light rail are all nearby, with quick access to I-5 for an easy commute throughout the region. Take advantage of exclusive builder incentives and credits when financing through our preferred lender. SELLER CREDITS AVAILABLE.

1717 S 17th Street Unit #B, Tacoma

$299,950

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2582529 MLS ⋅ Capitol Heights BLDG.

Get a 3% credit toward your closing costs and buying down your interest rate with this home! Welcome to your chance to jump into home ownership headfirst! This 1 bed, 1 bath abode is just 3 years old! Enter into the home and you are immediately met with vaulted ceilings in the open concept living space that fills the entire place with an abundance of natural light. You'll notice the stylish kitchen with large, shaker cabinets that go to the ceiling, maximizing cabinet and storage space, to go along with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Throughout the entire home there is LVP flooring that requires minimal maintenance and is stylish for years to come. This home also has AC via a minisplit! The lone bedroom is spacious and has a good amount of closet space. This home also has its own laundry hookup for convenience. Located just a minute from the highway on-ramp, this Central Tacoma location is incredibly ideal! Close to the local bus stops, shopping, downtown, Allenmore Golf Course, and more!

1750 S Anderson Street Unit #2, Tacoma

$299,950

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2580150 MLS ⋅ Capitol Heights BLDG.

Get a 3% credit toward your closing costs and buying down your interest rate with this home! Welcome to your chance to jump into home ownership headfirst! This 1 bed, 1 bath abode is just 3 years old! Enter into the home and you are immediately met with vaulted ceilings in the open concept living space that fills the entire place with an abundance of natural light. You'll notice the stylish kitchen with large, shaker cabinets that go to the ceiling, maximizing cabinet and storage space, to go along with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Throughout the entire home there is LVP flooring that requires minimal maintenance and is stylish for years to come. This home also has AC via a minisplit! The lone bedroom is spacious and has a good amount of closet space. This home also has its own laundry hookup for convenience. Located just a minute from the highway on-ramp, this Central Tacoma location is incredibly ideal! Close to the local bus stops, shopping, downtown, Allenmore Golf Course, and more!

1750 S Anderson Street Unit #2, Tacoma

$399,900

4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2580840 MLS ⋅ Capitol Heights BLDG.

Get a 3% credit toward your closing costs and buying down your interest rate with this home! This Tacoma classic 4 bedroom home in Central Tacoma is ready for its new owner! Remodeled in 2023, this is a completely move-in ready house! As you enter the home you'll notice LVP flooring throughout the main level and into the kitchen. The sizable living room has a cozy fireplace as the centerpiece of the home! The bathroom on the main level is also tastefully updated with a modern vanity and a beautifully tiled shower. Upstairs are 2 nice-sized bedrooms that can also double as bonus rooms or office-space as well! In the back yard, enjoy the covered porch with built-in seating and the composite deck! This is a great place for enjoying summer months, gatherings, and staying dry in the winter months. This home is just 2 minutes from freeway access, close to all hospitals, and less than 20 minutes to JBLM. Come and tour it today!

1750 S Anderson Street Unit #1, Tacoma

$399,900

4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2580498 MLS ⋅ Capitol Heights BLDG.

Get a 3% credit toward your closing costs and buying down your interest rate with this home! This Tacoma classic 4 bedroom home in Central Tacoma is ready for its new owner! Remodeled in 2023, this is a completely move-in ready house! As you enter the home you'll notice LVP flooring throughout the main level and into the kitchen. The sizable living room has a cozy fireplace as the centerpiece of the home! The bathroom on the main level is also tastefully updated with a modern vanity and a beautifully tiled shower. Upstairs are 2 nice-sized bedrooms that can also double as bonus rooms or office-space as well! In the back yard, enjoy the covered porch with built-in seating and the composite deck! This is a great place for enjoying summer months, gatherings, and staying dry in the winter months. This home is just 2 minutes from freeway access, close to all hospitals, and less than 20 minutes to JBLM. Come and tour it today!

1750 S Anderson Street Unit #1, Tacoma

$319,990

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2579067 MLS ⋅ Hampton Village BLDG.

Welcome home! This desired, 1st floor end-unit condo is filled w/ natural light & thoughtful upgrades. The redesigned kitchen features new quartz countertops, tile backsplash, a new stainless steel sink w/ garbage disposal, updated hardware & plumbing, & brand new stainless steel appliances, including oven w/ built-in air fryer, stainless steel dishwasher & refrigerator w/ an added waterline. New pantry shelving & rechargeable LED under-cabinet lighting add even more function to the space. Both baths have been refreshed w/ new paint, along w/ updated fixtures & lighting. Additional updates in the home include new cellular shades, re-screened back sliding door / re-screened windows, crown molding in common areas & a new dual washer / dryer system. Enjoy the convenience of covered parking space #3, additional open parking spaces throughout the community & TWO designated EV CHARGING SPACES, plus extra storage in the outdoor closet. Step out to the back patio to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day, w/ grills permitted for easy outdoor entertaining. Ring / camera equipment to stay w/ the home. A strong, well-managed HOA adds to the appeal, w/ weekly landscaping, maintained common areas & automatic exterior/community lighting. With its end-unit location, abundant natural light, wood-burning fireplace w/ the potential to convert to electric, & plenty of updates already completed, this home offers a great combination of style, function & low-maintenance living!

1111 S Villard Street Unit #A1, Tacoma

$445,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2575087 MLS

Fully remodeled through out. This 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath home in a convenient location! Natural light fills the home, creating a bright and welcoming feel. The open kitchen features an island with eating space, all new cabinets, countertops, and appliances. The primary bedroom has its own bath with shower and a sitting area. Two additional spacious bedrooms offer plenty of room for guests, an office, or hobbies. Enjoy the privacy of the newly fenced backyard, with plenty of space for gardening, relaxing, and entertaining. Conveniently located near freeways, schools, parks, and transit, with easy access to downtown, UW, and waterfront entertainment.

1821 S 19th Street, Tacoma

$472,500

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2573869 MLS ⋅ Allenmore Ridge Condominium BLDG.

Carefree living at its finest! This Beautiful, light-filled top floor condo offers a wonderful blend of comfort, style and versatility! Vaulted ceilings, two spacious main level bedrooms and a sunny deck overlooking the golf course with a partial mountain view. The updated kitchen features newer quartz countertops and appliances, an induction cooktop, refreshed cabinetry and beautiful cork flooring throughout. Upstairs, a flexible loft space is perfect for a home office, reading area or additional living space, with a large, truly finished storage room just off the loft. Enjoy the convenience of TWO deeded Parking Spaces, two storage spaces and abundant guest parking. Ideally located near shopping, dining, hospitals, major highways and everything you need for easy everyday living. A fantastic opportunity for a low-maintenance lifestyle in a great location!

2669 S Cedar Street Unit #510, Tacoma

$499,950

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2571167 MLS

3.125% ASSUMABLE VA LOAN OPPORTUNITY! This may be the financing opportunity you've been waiting for. Qualified buyers may have the opportunity to assume the seller's existing VA loan with an approximate current balance of $393,902 at a 3.125% interest rate. Seller's current monthly payment is approximately $2,444.74 including principal, interest, taxes and homeowners insurance.* Beyond the financing, you'll love this updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath Tacoma rambler offering 1,568 sq. ft. of comfortable single-level living. Enjoy an open-concept layout, updated kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless appliances, wood-burning fireplace, modern finishes, spacious yard, abundant parking and NO HOA. Convenient to shopping, dining, Tacoma Mall and commuter routes. Ask about the VA loan assumption and options for structuring the difference between the purchase price and existing loan balance. Assumption subject to servicer/VA approval and buyer qualification. Payment, escrow, taxes and insurance subject to verification.

1818 S Hosmer Street, Tacoma

$465,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2572344 MLS

Conveniently located near Highway 16, major hospitals, JBLM, shopping, and parks, this 1965 home offers classic charm, flexible living spaces, and plenty of opportunity. Situated on a generous 9,336 sq ft lot, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is ready for your vision and personal touch.Inside, original wood floors add warmth and character to the inviting living room. The kitchen features an eat-in layout with built-in seating and a breakfast nook, flowing into a comfortable family room. A double-sided wood-burning fireplace creates a cozy focal point between the living spaces.The converted garage offers endless possibilities. Use your imagination to create a spacious recreation room, home office, studio, gym, hobby space, entertainment area, or whatever best suits your lifestyle. An additional room above provides even more flexible space.Outside, enjoy a spacious backyard with a mature apple tree and plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, outdoor activities, or simply relaxing.With some TLC and a creative vision, this home is ideal for a buyer looking to personalize a property while enjoying a convenient location and a community with no monthly HOA dues. Bring your ideas and transform this classic home into something truly your own.

4523 S 12th Street, Tacoma

$290,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2571097 MLS ⋅ 1939 I Street Condominiums BLDG.

Bring your vision and a little elbow grease to this spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in a well kept 4-plex in the heart of downtown Tacoma. Offering 1,034 sq ft, this unit is ready for someone to unlock it's potential and make it their own! The open main level features a well-appointed kitchen with all appliances included, a convenient half bath and access to a private, fenced, low maintenance backyard. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms, both with walk-in closets, plus a full bath and separate laundry room. The home needs cosmetic updating but the opportunity is here to add value and create a space that reflects your style. Dedicated parking is located beside the building and plenty of street parking is always available. Low monthly HOA dues add to the appeal. Conveniently located within walking distance of St. Joeseph Hospital and UW Tacoma, with easy freeway and public transit access for commuters. An excellent opportunity for a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor seeking strong rental potential. Three units are currently available, offering the unique opportunity to purchase one individually or acquire all three for a larger investment opportunity. A little work could go a long way!

1939 I Street Unit #B, Tacoma

$465,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2569299 MLS ⋅ Allenmore Ridge Condominiums BLDG.

Welcome to effortless single-level living at 2511 S Cedar Street #306. This spacious 2-bedroom, 1¾-bath condominium offers approximately 1,551 square feet of living space with an open, light-filled layout designed for comfort and entertaining.No stairs inside your unit - all 1 level and a fantastic layout! Appliances updated; carpet and hardwood flooring updated; range 2026; water heater 2025. Gated entry off South Cedar St. to your private parking garage. Elevator & 2 stair access points to the unit on the 2nd floor. Relax on the large private deck while enjoying views of Allenmore Golf Course and Mount Rainier. The generous primary suite, well-appointed kitchen, ample storage, gated entry, and private garage add convenience and security. Ideally located near shopping, dining, medical facilities, recreation, and major commuter routes—this exceptional Tacoma condo combines peaceful surroundings with easy access to everything you need. No Special Assessments!

2511 S Cedar Street Unit #306, Tacoma

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