Classic Tacoma Charm with Flexible Living Space & Oversized Garage Step into the character and charm of 1918 with this inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in a convenient Tacoma location. Thoughtfully refreshed with new kitchen countertops, new carpet, and fresh interior paint, this home is move-in ready while still offering the timeless appeal of an older home. The main floor features a comfortable bedroom and easy living spaces, while the upper level offers a second bedroom plus an additional walk-through room that could be a home office, nursery, reading room, dressing area, or whatever best suits your needs. Outside, enjoy a welcoming covered front porch—perfect for morning coffee or relaxing at the end of the day—along with an attractive black ornamental metal fence framing the front yard. The flat, usable yard provides plenty of room for gardening, pets, entertaining, or play. A standout feature is the separate approximately 800-square-foot garage, complete with 220 wiring, offering exceptional space for vehicles, a workshop, storage, hobbies, or future possibilities. Alley access makes parking and garage access convenient. Centrally located with easy access to Tacoma amenities, shopping, dining, parks, and major routes. A charming vintage home with practical updates, a versatile floor plan, and a separate garage-ready for its next chapter.
Property Details
Price:
$375,000
MLS #:
NWM2576132
Status:
Pending Inspection
Beds:
2
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Central Tacoma
Neighborhood:
26centraltacoma
Listed Date:
Aug 31, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,080
Total Sq Ft:
1,080
Lot Size:
6,000 sqft / 0.14 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1918
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Schools
School District:
Tacoma
Middle School:
Hunt
High School:
Foss
Interior
Appliances
Disposal, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s)
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Heating
Baseboard
Interior Features
Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Water Heater
Levels
One and One Half
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Exterior
Construction Materials
Wood
Covered Spaces
2
Exterior Features
Wood
Lot Features
Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Parking Features
Detached Garage
Parking Spots
4
Parking Total
4
Roof
Composition
Security Features
Fully Fenced
Financial
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$3,838
Map
Community
- Address3517 S Madison St Tacoma WA
- SubdivisionCentral Tacoma
- CityTacoma
- CountyPierce
- Zip Code98409
Subdivisions in Tacoma
- Bethel
- Brookdale
- Browns Point
- Central Tacoma
- Dash Point
- Delong Park
- East Tacoma
- Fern Hill
- Fife Heights
- Fircrest
- Frederickson
- Harbor Ridge
- Highlands
- Hillsdale
- Hilltop
- Indian Addition
- Lakewood
- Lincoln
- Manitou
- McKinley
- Midland
- Narrows
- Ne Tacoma
- New Tacoma
- North Tacoma
- Northshore
- Oakland
- Oaks Addition
- Old Town
- Parkland
- Point Defiance
- Port of Tacoma
- Proctor
- Puyallup
- Ruston
- Se Tacoma
- South Tacoma
- Spanaway
- Stadium District
- Steilacoom
- Summit
- Sunset Beach
- Swan Creek
- Tacoma
- Tacoma Mall
- University Place
- Ups
- Waller
- Wapato
- Westgate
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Tacoma as of Sep 12, 2026
1,032
Single Family Listed
76
Avg DOM
341
Avg $ / SqFt
$643,810
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Central Tacoma subdivision, 3517 S Madison St Tacoma WA is a Single Family for sale in Tacoma, WA, 98409. It is listed for $375,000 and features 2 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 1,080 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1918. The current price per square foot is $347. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Tacoma is $341. The average listing price for Single Family in Tacoma is $643,810. To schedule a showing of MLS#nwm2576132 at 3517 S Madison St in Tacoma, WA, contact your Best in the West agent at 206-351-5550.
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3517 S Madison St
Tacoma, WA


