Rockhood
$285,000List price
3 bed · 1 bath · 1,405 sq ft
Pending

8643 Yakima Avenue S · Tacoma, WA 98444

Source: NWMLS · Windermere Abode · Jenny Wetzel #NWM2556644

About this home

This charming corner lot Craftsman Home provides an exciting opportunity for investors and homeowners alike! With thoughtful renovations you can turn this timeless 1940’s home into short term profit AND/or make a long term investment. The large fully fenced backyard with alley access gives great space to build a garage or Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU). Inside, the main floor has Oak hardwood floors that run through the living, dining and both bedrooms. Fully functional and original, the kitchen is well sized and open to the main living spaces - you wont be too far from the conversation! Heading upstairs, the second floor will surprise you with the amount of space provided. A secondary living room, office and 3rd bedroom are all here! Downstairs the unfinished basement gives great access to the utilities and ample room to expand (additional bedroom and bath?). 2,388 square feet total, including the unfinished space in the basement. All this on a full size corner lot! Don’t miss this buying opportunity in Tacoma, WA. Home sold as is. Cash or cash-like purchase.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
2 Stories w/Bsmnt
Stories
2 stories
Year built
1941 (renovated 1975)
Lot size
6,000 sq ft (0.14 acres)
County
Pierce
MLS #
NWM2556644

Interior

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s)
Interior features
Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood, Wood Products
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Topography
Level,Partial Slope
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
1
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
1
Parking features
Attached Garage

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Fern Hill
Property tax
$3,866 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Aug 5, 2026
Days on market
6
Price per sq ft
$203
Listing terms
Cash, See Remarks
Possession
Closing

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Schools

School district: Tacoma

Elementary
Fern Hill
Middle
Baker
High
Mount Tahoma High School
SchoolDigger 1 star · Top 87% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Windermere Abode

Listing agent: Jenny Wetzel.

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Data last updated 2026-08-11.