Rockhood
$525,000List price
3 bed · 2.5 bath · 2,288 sq ft
Active

309 129th Street East Avenue · Tacoma, WA 98445

Source: NWMLS · Better Properties N. Proctor · Andreas Schonger #NWM2552192

About this home

Rarely does a property offer this combination of quality, privacy, and craftsmanship. Nestled on a 14,404 sq ft lot, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.25-bath home offers 2,288 sq ft of exceptional living space surrounded by mature landscaping, established fruit trees, and a tranquil pond—creating your own private retreat just minutes from JBLM, Pacific Lutheran University, I-5, restaurants and shopping.A comprehensive remodel in 2001 transformed the home with updated electrical, plumbing, insulation, drywall, and stylishly new bathrooms. The custom hardwood kitchen features quality built-ins, complemented by oak hardwood floors and a custom solid hardwood staircase. The entire lower level was built as new construction in 2001 with a solid concrete foundation, providing exceptional structural integrity. Energy-efficient radiant floor heating delivers consistent comfort throughout and AC keeps you cool in the summer.The large living room and spacious primary suite both capture views of the surrounding area, while the generous lot offers plenty of space to relax, entertain, or garden. Well maintained and thoughtfully updated, this one-of-a-kind property blends timeless craftsmanship with modern convenience in a serene setting.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
2 Story
Stories
2 stories
Condition
Good
Year built
1962 (renovated 1980)
Lot size
14,404 sq ft (0.33 acres)
County
Pierce
MLS #
NWM2552192

Interior

Heating
High Efficiency (Unspecified), Radiant, See Remarks
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Fireplace
2 · Wood Burning
Interior features
Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Security System, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
Entry level
Lower

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Stucco, Wood, Wood Products
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete, Slab
Lot features
Paved
Topography
Partial Slope,Terraces
View
Partial, Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
2
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Attached Garage

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Available
Power
Electric, Propane, See Remarks

Community & fees

Subdivision
Parkland
Property tax
$5,436 (2026)

Transaction

Original list price
$565,000 (7.1% price cut)
Listed on
Jul 14, 2026
Days on market
52
Price per sq ft
$229
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA
Possession
Closing

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Schools

School district: Franklin Pierce

Elementary
Elmhurst Elem
Middle
Buyer To Verify
High
Washington High School
SchoolDigger 1 star · Top 77% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Better Properties N. Proctor

Listing agent: Andreas Schonger.

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Data last updated 2026-09-18.