


1208 S Ainsworth AvenueTacoma, WA 98405
Single Family · 3 Beds · 2 Full Baths · 2,892 Sq. ft. | 0.11 Acres1208 S Ainsworth Avenue Overview
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Price Reduced to sell! Bring your tool belt as this home will need some work. Endless potential meets prime location in one of Tacoma's most vibrant and evolving neighborhoods. Being sold as-is, this property presents a rare opportunity for investors, developers, or buyers looking to add value while benefitting from the continued revitalization of Tacoma's historic district. Tax records reflect 3 bedrooms; however, the home offers 2 additional finished rooms that provide flexible options for office space, guest rooms, or creative use. The main level features a welcoming living room, dining area, and kitchen, along with 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. A separate exterior entry from the back porch leads to the upper level, offering 3 additional rooms and a full bathroom - creating a versatile layout with potential for multi-generational living or income-producing possibilities (buyer to verify). Basement entry from kitchen; basement includes washer and dryer hookups, hot water heater, and HVAC system, with space that may be finished to expand usable square footage or provide additional storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard with parking and convenient alley access. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Tacoma, local dining, shopping, transit routes, and everyday amenities, this property combines location, flexibility, and opportunity.
1208 S Ainsworth Avenue Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 2,892
- Price/Sq.ft. $152
- Lot 0.11 Acres
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association Fee: $0.00
School Information
- School District: Tacoma
- Elementary School: Stanley
- Middle Or Junior School: Hilltop Heritage Middle
- High School: Stadium
Building Information
- Building Name: Bakers Add 02
- New Construction: No
- Year Built: 1922
Location/Region
- Country: US
- County Or Parish: Pierce
- MLS Area Major: 28 - Central Tacoma
- Subdivision Name: Central Tacoma
Rent/Lease Information
- Land Lease: No
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $5,359.16
- Tax Year: 2025
General Information
- Inclusions: Stove(s)/Range(s)
- Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Rehab Loan
- Parcel Number: 2012320020
- Property Condition: Fair
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Senior Community: No
- Special Listing Conditions: None
Interior
Building Information
- Building Information: Built On Lot
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Total: 2
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bedrooms Lower: 0
- Bedrooms Upper: 1
Building Interior
- Appliances Included: Stove(s)/Range(s)
- Building Area Total: 2892
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Calculated Square Footage: 2892
- Square Footage Finished: 1992
- Square Footage Unfinished: 900
General Information
- Appliances: Stove(s)/Range(s)
- Basement: Unfinished
- Cooling: Yes
- Entry Location: Main
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Heating: Yes
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Levels: One and One Half
- Living Area: 1992
- Main Level Bathrooms: 1
- Main Level Bedrooms: 2
- Power Production Type: Electric,Natural Gas
- Security Features: Partially Fenced
Exterior
Parking Information
- Open Parking: No
- Parking Features: Off Street
- Parking Total: 0
Lot Information
- Irrigation Water Rights: No
- Lot Features: Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
- Lot Size Acres: 0.1119
- Lot Size Dimensions: 4875
- Lot Size Square Feet: 4875
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Site Features: Cable TV, Fenced-Partially
- Topography: Level, Partial Slope
- Elevation Units: Feet
- Water Source: Public
Waterfront/View
- View: No
- Waterfront: No
Building Exterior/Construction
- Attached Garage: No
- Direction Faces: North
- Roof: Composition
- Structure Type: House
General Information
- Carport: No
- Covered Spaces: 0
- Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
Room Information
Room: Utility Room
- Level: Lower
Room: Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Room: Bedroom
- Level: Main
Room: Dining Room
- Level: Main
Room: Entry Hall
- Level: Main
Room: Kitchen Without Eating Space
- Level: Main
Room: Living Room
- Level: Main
Room: Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
Room: Bathroom Full
- Level: Second
Room: Bedroom
- Level: Second
Room: Bonus Room
- Level: Second
Room: Den/Office
- Level: Second
Room: Extra Fin Room
- Level: Second
1208 S Ainsworth Avenue Neighborhood
Community
98405 (Tacoma) Demographics
Schools
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.1208 S Ainsworth Avenue Monthly Cost
1208 S Ainsworth Avenue Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
1208 S Ainsworth Avenue History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026Source: NWMLS | Pending |
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| 6/2/2026Source: NWMLS | Pending Inspection |
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| 5/22/2026Source: NWMLS | $440,000 -7.4% |
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| 5/19/2026Source: NWMLS | Active |
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| 5/1/2026Source: NWMLS | Pending Inspection |
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| 4/23/2026Source: NWMLS | Active |
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| 4/11/2026Source: NWMLS | Pending Inspection |
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| 4/3/2026Source: NWMLS | $475,000 -3.1% |
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| 3/14/2026Source: NWMLS | March 14, 2026 |























