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Updated Comfort & Convenient Living in South Tacoma

April Adams • April 17, 2026

From thoughtful updates to spacious living, this 2-story home-sweet-home in South Tacoma checks all of the boxes! Featuring a 1,408-square-foot layout that includes 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this move-in ready gem is ready for all that life brings your way. In addition to versatile square footage ready for your vision, this home’s living spaces offer a lovely backdrop for gathering and making memories. And don’t miss the backyard getaway that expands your possibilities for outdoor enjoyment all year long. Located at 8702 S Asotin Street Tacoma, WA 98444 and less than 5 minutes from schools, parks, grocery shopping, dining, entertainment, Interstate-5 access, bus lines and more, this South Tacoma home is listed for $495,000. 

A delight to arrive home to time and time again, this beauty beckons with classic curb appeal: Neat landscaping, a charming front porch, and a 2-car garage welcome you home. Showing off a refresh with updated vinyl plank flooring and interior paint, this residence is ready for your next chapter! 

In the spacious living room, a wood-burning fireplace adds instant coziness, and the layout opens up to the dining area. This haven invites quality time with loved ones—imagine laidback evenings spent catching up on your favorite TV shows, home-cooked meals to celebrate occasions both large and small, and game night get-togethers. The kitchen offers efficiency thanks to modern appliances and ample storage, while a flex space provides the possibility for adding more storage, creating another dining area, and more. Plus, effortless indoor-outdoor flow from the dining area right onto the covered back deck ensures that spending time out in the fresh air no matter rain or shine is a breeze. 

Head upstairs to discover 3 bedroom retreats, each one brimming with potential to evolve as your wants and needs change in the years to come. The primary suite comes with its own ensuite bath, sparkling with contemporary style. Flexibility is yours thanks to the 2 additional bedrooms, and if you have extra space, you can create the home office, home gym, guest suite, or hobby room you’ve been wanting! And don’t miss the hall bath, which features eye-catching design and has been tastefully updated with a walk-in shower. 

Your very own fully fenced backyard with low-maintenance landscaping is filled with opportunities for relaxation, entertaining, play, and gardening! Transform the large covered deck into your dream summertime hangout, spend sunny afternoons gardening, and have fun playing lawn games at your next BBQ. The storage shed offers a great spot for keeping tools, gardening supplies, and seasonal items organized. 

What Is It Like to Live in South Tacoma? 


At
8702 S Asotin Street Tacoma, WA 98444, you’re merely minutes from top local amenities and attractions. For starters, you’ll find schools, bus lines, several dining options, parks, Interstate-5 access and more all less than 1 mile from home. Your options expand from here, with conveniences like the Tacoma Mall, Lakewood shopping, Highway 512, the South Tacoma Station, the Tacoma Dome Station, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, etc. all easily within reach. 


Interested in learning more?
Click here to view the full listing! You can also contact REALTOR® April Adams online here or give her a call/text at (253) 221-6338.


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