Central Tacoma Homes under $500,000

Central Tacoma Homes under $500,000

Welcome to Central Tacoma, a vibrant neighborhood that beautifully blends urban living with a strong sense of community. Nestled in the heart of Tacoma, Washington, this area is a hidden gem that offers an eclectic mix of culture, convenience, and charm. With its rich history and diverse population, Central Tacoma is a place where everyone can find their niche.

The neighborhood boasts a variety of amenities, including local coffee shops, trendy boutiques, and delicious eateries that cater to every palate. Whether you're in the mood for a casual brunch or an evening out, Central Tacoma has something for everyone. The nearby parks and green spaces provide a perfect escape for outdoor enthusiasts, offering trails for walking, jogging, or simply enjoying the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

For those looking to make Central Tacoma their home, you'll be pleased to discover a selection of charming residences available for under $500,000. These homes offer the perfect opportunity for first-time buyers, families, or anyone seeking a cozy retreat in a bustling urban environment. From classic Craftsman-style houses to modern townhomes, there’s a diverse range of architectural styles to choose from, ensuring you’ll find a space that truly feels like home.

With its convenient location, rich cultural offerings, and affordable housing options, Central Tacoma is not just a place to live; it’s a community to thrive in. Come explore this dynamic neighborhood and discover why so many are choosing to call Central Tacoma home!

Newest Central Tacoma Homes under $500,000

9717 9th Avenue E, Tacoma
$495,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2591555 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Whether you're looking for a move-in-ready home with extra land or exploring investment potential, this property is a must-see! Step into this fully remodeled gem, where modern upgrades blend seamlessly with timeless charm. This home offers a spacious and inviting layout, filled with natural light, elegant finishes, and high-end fixtures throughout. From the brand-new kitchen with stainless steel appliances to the updated bathrooms and luxury flooring, no detail has been overlooked. An additional parcel lot is included expanding possibilities for outdoor activities, gardening, or future development potential. Enjoy a generous backyard, perfect for entertaining or creating a private oasis. Conveniently located near parks, schools, freeways.

9717 9th Avenue E, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Century 21 Blue Chip; Petro Shaporda; 253-357-3250; petro@bluechiprealtyup.com

3112 S Melrose Street, Tacoma
$449,500
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2593021 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Detached shop / DADU is permutable, buyer to verify. W zoning UR2 easy to build. Extra finished room upstairs.

3112 S Melrose Street, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Better Properties NW; Ben Lieurance; 253-255-8742; benlieurance@icloud.com

1717 S 17th Street Unit #F, Tacoma
$475,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 2591776 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
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. The 2nd floor living level is built for everyday living and entertaining, with an open kitchen, generous living and dining areas, and plenty of room to gather. 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.

1717 S 17th Street Unit #F, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Northwest Investment Partners; Loundyne Hare; 206-850-7053; Loundyne@nipcre.com

1717 S 17th Street Unit #E, Tacoma
$449,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 2591737 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
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. The 2nd floor living level is built for everyday living and entertaining, with an open kitchen, generous living and dining areas, and plenty of room to gather. 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.

1717 S 17th Street Unit #E, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Northwest Investment Partners; Loundyne Hare; 206-850-7053; Loundyne@nipcre.com

1717 S 17th Street Unit #D, Tacoma
$449,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 2591696 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
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. The 2nd floor living level is built for everyday living and entertaining, with an open kitchen, generous living and dining areas, and plenty of room to gather. 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.

1717 S 17th Street Unit #D, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Northwest Investment Partners; Loundyne Hare; 206-850-7053; Loundyne@nipcre.com

1717 S 17th Street Unit #C, Tacoma
$449,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 2591532 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
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. The 2nd floor living level is built for everyday living and entertaining, with an open kitchen, generous living and dining areas, and plenty of room to gather. 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.

1717 S 17th Street Unit #C, Tacoma

Listing Broker: Northwest Investment Partners; Loundyne Hare; 206-850-7053; Loundyne@nipcre.com

1717 S 17th Street Unit #B, Tacoma
$474,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 2585961 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
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

Listing Broker: Northwest Investment Partners; Loundyne Hare; 206-850-7053; Loundyne@nipcre.com

1750 S Anderson Street Unit #2, Tacoma
$299,950
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2582529 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
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

Listing Broker: COMPASS; Gervon Simon; 206-601-4775; gervon.simon@compass.com

1750 S Anderson Street Unit #2, Tacoma
$299,950
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2580150 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
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

Listing Broker: COMPASS; Gervon Simon; 206-601-4775; gervon.simon@compass.com

1750 S Anderson Street Unit #1, Tacoma
$399,900
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2580840 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
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

Listing Broker: COMPASS; Gervon Simon; 206-601-4775; gervon.simon@compass.com

1750 S Anderson Street Unit #1, Tacoma
$399,900
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2580498 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
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

Listing Broker: COMPASS; Gervon Simon; 206-601-4775; gervon.simon@compass.com

1111 S Villard Street Unit #A1, Tacoma
$319,990
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2579067 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
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

Listing Broker: Berkshire Hathaway HS NW; Madison McCracken; 314-489-0104; madisonmccracken@bhhsnwre.com

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