Tacoma Real Estate May 6, 2016

Updated Historic 2-Bedroom Home w/Huge, Fenced Backyard in Tacoma

Showcasing original historic charm alongside a long list of fantastic updates and remodels, this 1905-built home is a true Tacoma treasure! A brand new roof, electrical panel, windows, siding, hot water tank, newer kitchen, and big, remodeled bathrooms ensure this home is move-in ready. With 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bath and a spacious open-floor plan that spans a total of 1,120 square feet, this turnkey residence awaits your personal touch. Located at 1211 S State St, Tacoma, WA 98405 and close to the bustling and convenient 6th Ave and Hilltop neighborhoods, this home is listed for $185,000.

0_2_gallery.jpg&h=534&bgcolor=eeeeeePerched along a sidewalk-lined street, this picturesque beauty shows off a classic, cheerful exterior. Just inside, a bamboo hardwood entryway and attractive high ceilings invite you inside to discover a large living room replete with plush carpeting and plenty of space for a dining area. The adjacent kitchen offers convenience, and lots of cabinet storage and counter space ensures there’s plenty of room to whip up meals in! Towards the back of the home, a spacious laundry and utility room provides ease and efficiency in everyday life, and additional storage space helps keep household items tidy and organized. Journey upstairs to discover 2 bedrooms, offering privacy, cozy carpets, and lots of closet space.

4_2_gallery6_2_galleryA park-like oasis awaits outside, and those who love spending outdoors will be in heaven in the huge backyard! Fully fenced and boasting a storage shed, RV parking, and room to add a garage, this dynamic setting is ready for sunshine-filled days of fun and play. Try out your green thumb in the garden beds, and grow fruits and veggies to your heart’s content! There’s also plenty of room to kick around a soccer ball or practice baseball, making it easy to keep a close eye on little ones. Host summertime get-togethers, or simply enjoy the tranquil setting with a glass of iced tea and good book in hand!

20_2_galleryLiving Near 6th Ave & Hilltop

Nestled in the heart of Tacoma near the neighborhoods of Hilltop and 6th Ave, this residence enjoys a prime, central location! At 1211 S State St, Tacoma, WA 98405, it’s easy to hop on the bus to get downtown, or walk on over to 6th Ave for shopping, dining, and nightlife. Commuters will especially love this locale—it’s a mere 3-minute drive to get to both Highway 16 and Interstate-5, making it quick and easy to head north towards Seattle or south towards Joint Base Lewis-McChord or Olympia.
Interested in learning more about this listing? Contact REALTOR® Curtis Gibson online here or give him a call/text at (253) 691-2521!

Tacoma Real Estate April 18, 2016

Spacious Old-World 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home w/Original Woodwork in Tacoma

Welcome home to a piece of Tacoma history! Built in 1910, this old-world charmer is brimming with original details that hint at its century-long past. With 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, this large 2,090-square-foot Hilltop residence boasts majestic high ceilings that add to its historic allure and spacious atmosphere. Plus, new interior paint, appliances, and gas furnace mean less work for you! Located at 1913 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405 in a highly convenient, central Tacoma location, this treasure is listed for $185,000.

0_2_gallery.jpg&h=534&bgcolor=eeeeeeBoasting rich chocolate-hued hardwood floors and exquisite original woodwork, the entryway of this home offers an eye-catching preview of all that awaits. Immediately to your left, discover the expansive living room with wall-to-wall plush carpets (and fir flooring underneath!). With the potential to become the center of your new home, this inviting space is ready to be transformed! 

Journey towards the back of the home to discover the kitchen, a room that's filled with bright light and plenty of cabinet space for storage. An adjacent dining room offers a lovely separate area for enjoying meals in, whether you’re hosting a dinner party, a holiday gathering, or enjoying a quiet morning cup of coffee.

3_2_gallery8_2_galleryAn expansive upstairs offers a true master bedroom, and 2 additional bedrooms ensure that everyone has their own private space. At the top of the stairs, a comfortable carpeted area provides the perfect open space for a playroom or reading nook! Bedrooms boast the same original woodwork as found downstairs, a detail that lends a sense of cohesion to the entire home as a whole. Find even more space in the 725-square-foot unfinished basement, a huge space ready for storage, hobbies, and more!18_2_galleryIn the fully fenced backyard, an ample-sized area offers a myriad of possibilities. There’s space to add a garage, a patio (imagine backyard barbecues in the summertime!), garden beds, a play toy—the outdoor potential is limitless, and like the rest of this Hilltop beauty, ready to become your own unique vision of home!

23_2_galleryLiving in Tacoma’s Hilltop Neighborhood

Hilltop residents love the neighborhood's convenient central location, and its close proximity to Downtown Tacoma, Highway 16, and Interstate-5 (it’s just a quick 6-minute drive to connect to 16 and the 5!). Getting to downtown is equally easy—just hop on the #2 bus that runs down S 19th Street and you’ll be in bustling downtown in a mere 12 minutes. Located on a residential street, at 1913 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405, you’re also just a couple blocks away from Stanley Elementary School, and a community garden is just down the road!

Interested in learning more about this listing? Contact REALTOR® Curtis Gibson online here or give him a call/text at (253) 691-2521!