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Calling Investors & Urban Farmers! Don’t Miss this 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath Home on Spacious 0.4-Acre Lot in Milton

Sharon Benson • May 16, 2019

An investor’s dream awaits with this Milton homethat’s ready for a new chapter! Perfect for those who love taking on a renovation project, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is brimming with potential and even features a newer roof. Situated on a spacious 0.4-acre property, you have ample room to expand the footprint of the home or cultivate the outdoors to create your very own urban farm. Located at 1304 Juniper St Milton WA 98354and close to parks, shopping, eateries, Interstate-5 and more, this property is listed for $250,000.

Surrounded by mature greenery that offers privacy, this 0.4-acre property presents a unique opportunity where your ultimate vision of “home sweet home” can become a reality! The home itself is brimming with vintage character that’s ready for a makeover. Featuring a 1,452-square-foot layout, 876 square feet of the space is finished, and the remaining space in the basement and attic is unfinished. Remodel the extra space to add on significant square footage to the home and take advantage of what’s already here!

A whole world of possibility awaits with this home’s outdoor offerings. Several outbuildings offer the ideal setup for the urban farmer. Raise chickens and enjoy fresh eggs every morning for breakfast, cultivate your own fresh fruits and veggies, and put your green thumb to work growing other plants and flowers. There are even dwarf apple and apricot trees on the property already, just the beginnings of what could become a lovely little orchard!


Conveniently fully fenced, you can let pets and little ones roam outside. There’s also a carport and a large shop, ideal for storage and outdoor projects. Transform the shop into a work area—imagine having your own space to work on cars or woodworking projects!

Living in Milton

Milton is a small city that’s bordered by Fife, Federal Way, Edgewood, and Puyallup. At 1304 Juniper St Milton WA 98354 you’re nestled in a lovely residential area that’s close to parks, bus lines, and other city conveniences. Milton Community Park is just a couple blocks from home, and this 10-acre park features a playground, tennis courts, ball fields, picnic areas, and a veterans memorial. The park is home to several community events throughout the year as well, making it easy to enjoy the small-town vibe and meet your neighbors!


You’re also only a 3-minute drive to Meridian Ave in Edgewood, and here you have easy access to places like Safeway, Walgreens, Rite Aid, North Hill Fitness, Anytime Fitness, and a long list of other shops, services, and eateries. Those who commute for work are also sure to love this location—you’re merely minutes away from Interstate-5, making it easy to head into Downtown Tacoma, Federal Way, Seattle and more.


Would you like to learn more about this home ? Contact Sharon Benson here or Kelli Jo Hjalseth here !

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