816 S Howard Street · Tacoma, WA 98465
Source: NWMLS · John L. Scott, Inc. · Alissa Patterson #NWM2596656
About this home
Adorable charm meets thoughtful updates in this 1942 one-story home! Offering 724 sq ft of inviting living space, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home welcomes you with charming original built-ins for convenient entry storage and beautiful wood-wrapped windows that add timeless character throughout. The bright, open living room features refinished original hardwood floors, creating a warm and welcoming place to relax. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, generous prep space, and room for a small dining table, with a convenient laundry room just off the kitchen. Two cozy bedrooms feature refinished original hardwood flooring, while the full bath includes a tiled tub/shower surround. Major updates include a new roof, fresh interior and exterior paint, a mini-split system, and a new main sewer line. Situated on a spacious 7,000 sq ft lot, the fully fenced, park-like backyard offers patio space, room to garden or entertain, and a detached one-car garage/shop tucked toward the back of the property. RV parking adds even more versatility! Plus, receive a 1.25% lender credit with use of the preferred lender. Centrally located with easy access to Highway 16 and Gig Harbor, just a short distance from Point Ruston’s shopping, scenic trails, and entertainment, and approximately five minutes from Titlow Beach and Park. Full of vintage charm, practical updates, and outdoor space to enjoy, this delightful home is ready to welcome you!
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- 1 Story
- Stories
- 1 story
- Year built
- 1942 (renovated 1999)
- Lot size
- 7,000 sq ft (0.16 acres)
- County
- Pierce
- MLS #
- NWM2596656
Interior
- Heating
- Ductless, Wall Furnace
- Cooling
- Ductless
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Vinyl
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Interior features
- Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Wood
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Garage
- Yes
- Covered spaces
- 1
- Parking features
- Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Power
- Electric
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Tacoma
- Property tax
- $4,027 (2025)
Transaction
- Listed on
- Oct 28, 2026
- Days active
- 11
- Price per sq ft
- $532
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing
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Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2017-06-09
- Sold$227,500
Schools
School district: Tacoma
- Elementary
- Buyer To Verify
- Middle
- Buyer To Verify
- High
- Foss High SchoolTop 98% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: John L. Scott, Inc.
Listing agent: Alissa Patterson.
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Data last updated 2026-10-29.