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Timeless 3-Bedroom, 1-Bath Bungalow with Lovely Outdoor Setting in North Tacoma

  • By Kelli Jo Hjalseth
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  • 15 May, 2020
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Wonderfully spacious and showing off vintage charm at every turn, this 1,872-square-foot bungalow in North Tacoma is ready for you to make it your own! In addition to 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, this home-sweet-home offers generous living areas, a large kitchen, and versatile space just waiting to be transformed. There’s even a sizable deck out back that overlooks a garden and a detached garage. Located at 830 N Fife St, Tacoma WA 98406 and just a couple of blocks to lively 6th Ave, this residence is listed for $445,000.

Built in 1919, this timeless home offers the opportunity to own a piece of Tacoma history. Brimming with character that offers a look into this home’s past, each room shows off unique details you’ll want to see for yourself. The spacious living room features built-ins, crisp trimwork, and eye-catching arches, and the layout seamlessly flows into the formal dining room. Natural light pours in through large windows, and here you have more than enough space to host a crowd. Bar-style counter seating offers another dining option, and the well-appointed kitchen is conveniently within reach from here.

Boasting a generous layout, the kitchen’s design makes use of each inch of space, and floor-to-ceiling cabinetry promises abundant storage for kitchen essentials. Charming trim details above the windows hints at this home’s rich history, while modern amenities ensure efficiency. The kitchen garden is just steps away, and you could use the sunny back porch for plants (imagine growing your own fresh herbs!) or additional kitchen storage.

The main level also includes 2 bedrooms, and upstairs you’ll find the 3rd bedroom as well as a loft/flex space. Even more possibility awaits in the unfinished basement and detached garage—you can simply use the extra room for storage, or you could use the space as a hobby room, music or art studio, a play area or fitness center, etc.

In the backyard, a cute getaway is ready for a summer filled with al fresco dining, sunbathing, gardening, and of course, enjoying the pretty perennials. Host weekend barbecues where all of your loved ones are invited, or simply sit out on the deck reading a good book and enjoying the peace and quiet!

Living in North Tacoma

At 830 N Fife St, Tacoma WA 98406, you’re just down the street from Grant Elementary School and only a couple of blocks to Tacoma’s iconic 6th Ave. Places like Gateway to India, Legendary Doughnuts, Dirty Oscar’s Annex, MSM Deli, Bluebeard Coffee Roasters, Primo Grill, Asado, Engine House No. 9 and so many other local faves are all along 6th Ave and no more than 0.3 miles from home! You’re also only half a mile to University of Puget Sound, and you’re no more than a 5-minute drive to neighborhoods like Proctor District, Old Town, Downtown Tacoma, and Stadium District.


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



Updated Historic Craftsman in Tacoma’s North End 

By Sharon Benson • April 16, 2025
Merely blocks to the heart of the Proctor District, this beautifully curated Craftsman masterpiece offers the lifestyle you’ve been dreaming about in Tacoma’s North End. With a 1,632-square-foot layout plus an unfinished basement, this home-sweet-home is replete with historic charm, modern updates, and versatile spaces ready to evolve in the years to come. A picturesque backyard getaway blossoms with springtime wonder, while the newer detached garage promises even more flexibility. Located at 2411 N Union Avenue Tacoma, WA 98406 and just minutes to University of Puget Sound, the waterfront, Downtown Tacoma, and of course the Proctor District, this North End Craftsman is listed for $739,500.

Charming Cape Cod in North Tacoma’s Proctor/UPS Neighborhood

By Kelli Jo Hjalseth • April 4, 2025
Bright and beautiful, this classic Cape Cod retreat is a delight through and through, from its impeccably appointed living spaces to the spacious backyard. Imagine cozy evenings relaxing alongside the fireplace in the living room, enjoy the perks of having a formal dining room to host in, and discover dialed-in design in the kitchen. And that’s only the beginning! One of this home’s most enviable features is the fact that it's just down the street from University of Puget Sound and only 0.8 miles from the heart of the popular Proctor District. Located at 1102 N Washington Tacoma, WA 98406, this 2,084-square-foot home is listed for $640,000. Pre-inspection available after your tour.

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By Sharon Benson • April 1, 2025
Effortless low-maintenance living beckons from this turnkey condo in Renton. Featuring a 1,209-square-foot layout over 2 stories, here you’ll find plenty of space to spread out—in addition to 2 bedrooms and 2.25 baths, generous open-concept living offers an inviting atmosphere. This rare opportunity includes a few other enviable condo benefits as well—this home comes with an attached garage, and is even nestled alongside a greenbelt so you can enjoy natural beauty from your private outdoor retreat! Located at 3800 NE Sunset Boulevard #B101, Unit B101 Renton, WA 98056 and no more than 5 minutes to shopping, dining, schools, freeway access, The Landing and more, this condo is listed for $425,000.
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