230 S 79th Street Tacoma, WA 98408
Listing Courtesy of: MLS LogoNorthwest MLS / Coldwell Banker Danforth / Glover Weiss

  230 S 79th Street Tacoma, WA 98408

Active (17 Days)
$439,950 (USD)
3
BED
2
BATH
1,606
SQFT

Description

Step into the timeless charm of this classic 1920s home, where character and comfort come together beautifully. The main floor offers an open and spacious layout that feels welcoming from the moment you enter. A large kitchen features quality cabinetry & generous storage, making it both practical and inviting for everyday living and entertaining. Throughout the home, original built-in cabinets dating back to the 1920s add warmth, quality craftsmanship & historic character that you simply can’t replicate in newer homes. The large living room is centered around a cozy gas fireplace, creating the perfect gathering space for relaxing evenings or hosting friends. Two comfortable bedrooms are located on the main floor, including a primary suite complete with a walk-in closet & a private full bathroom. The additional hall bathroom is spacious and tastefully updated with modern finishes. Upstairs you will find a bonus room that leads to the third bedroom—ideal for a home office, guest room, hobby space, or media room. Outside, the detached two-car garage includes built-in workbenches & a large storage room, offering excellent space for projects, tools, or additional storage. The home is also conveniently located within walking distance of Ryan’s Park. Surrounded on three sides by residential homes and bordered by a scenic greenbelt, this 5.1-acre neighborhood park features walking paths, a playground, BBQ areas & picnic tables—perfect for enjoying the outdoors close to home.

MLS #:
2487602
Taxes
$4,486(2025)
Lot Size
5,000 SQFT
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1927
Style
1 1/2 Story
Views
Territorial
School District
Tacoma
County
Pierce County
Community
South Tacoma

Listed By

Glover Weiss, Coldwell Banker Danforth
Source
Northwest MLS as distributed by MLS Grid
Last checked Mar 23 2026 at 6:31 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
  • Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Water Heater
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Dining Room
Subdivision
  • South Tacoma
Lot Information
  • Sidewalk
  • Paved
Property Features
  • Deck
  • Shop
  • Outbuildings
  • Fireplace: Gas
  • Fireplace: 1
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
Heating and Cooling
  • Forced Air
Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Plank
  • Engineered Hardwood
Exterior Features
  • Metal/Vinyl
  • Roof: Composition
Utility Information
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
School Information
  • Elementary School: Birney
  • Middle School: Baker
  • High School: Mt Tahoma
Parking
  • Detached Garage
Stories
  • 1
Living Area
  • 1,606 sqft

Listing Price History

Date
Event
Price
% Change
$ (+/-)
Mar 19, 2026
Price Changed
$439,950
-4%
-$20,000
Mar 06, 2026
Listed
$459,950
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Disclaimer: Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 3/22/26 23:31. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by Danforth or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.