Tacoma Real Estate April 6, 2022

Updated & Cozy 3-Bedroom, 1-Bath Home with Backyard Retreat in Quiet Tacoma Neighborhood

Cozy suburban charm is elevated to the next level with recent home upgrades in this Tacoma rambler! This is an ideal starter home, with potential to become a rental investment property. The 1,032-square-foot layout offers every opportunity for easy living, with its spacious living room and charming dining area. And just wait until you see the thoroughly updated kitchen with an island—discover granite countertops, newer cabinets, waterproof vinyl flooring, and beautiful stainless steel appliances! There’s also plenty of outdoor space, from the backyard that’s brimming with potential, to the front yard and the extra-long driveway that leads to the conveniently attached garage. Located at 8812 Tacoma Avenue S Tacoma, WA 98444 and just down the street from Fern Hill Park, this home is listed for $390,000.

This home’s cozy atmosphere is all the more inviting thanks to its open-concept floor plan. As you step inside, you’re greeted by the living room with space for comfy furniture and decor. Dark floors alongside light walls create a beautiful backdrop for you to design however you desire! Wide windows allow light to illuminate every inch of both this living room and the dining room it flows smoothly into. Dinner with loved ones and intimate gatherings are at home in this quaint, charming dining area! 

Beside the dining room is this beautiful, updated kitchen with its vinyl waterproof flooring. Enjoy the visually pleasing contrast between dark cabinets and granite countertops, as well as open shelving over the sink to style as you wish! Extensive counter space makes cooking easy, and new stainless appliances have been installed for your convenience. The home’s open layout means this large island leads directly into the living room, designed for hosting parties or conversing while preparing a meal. A doorway leads into a large laundry room where you can keep household essentials easily within reach.

Continue down the hall and discover 3 spacious bedrooms. Each area is great to unwind in at the end of your day, and one of the bedrooms even boasts a large built-in for extra storage. If you find you have an extra bedroom, utilize it as a home office, playroom, or anything you may require. This home has the space to grow with you!

This conveniently located bathroom is in close proximity to each bedroom. The modern vanity is painted a cool, refreshing gray, pairing nicely with the eye-catching tiled backsplash. Vibrant walls mean that this chic sink area pops, granting this area its own bright and refreshing personality! 

In the backyard, a deck offers a view of the large outdoor space. Make it your own by including some comfortable outdoor furniture or colorful decorations to enliven the space and bring the home’s tranquility beyond its walls. The area is almost fully fenced, protecting a yard that is brimming with possibilities. A cherry tree in the corner is sure to bloom beautifully in the sun, and there is space to add your own trees or flowers to make this backyard your own oasis. You can even add a trampoline or other fun activities for the summertime!

Living in Tacoma

This Tacoma home is nestled inside a quiet neighborhood just beyond the hustle and bustle of city life, but it’s still in close proximity to anything you require. Fern Hill Park is just around the corner, as well as several conveniently located schools. If you’re feeling hungry, several restaurants are just a few blocks away, boasting a variety of cuisines no matter your cravings. If you need to run errands, an abundance of shops are closeby, including a Safeway for groceries, or Home Depot for when you’re ready to garden this spring and summer. Those who commute will appreciate being close to Pacific Avenue and highways just minutes away including Highway 512 and I-5.

Interested in learning more? Click here to view the full listing! You can contact REALTOR® Erin Dobrinski online here or give her a call/text at (253) 380-7702, or reach out to REALTOR® Tom Dobrinski online here or give him a call/text at (253) 380-6257.