229 S 47th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
SOLD
AUG 15, 2025
Listed by Jim Swanson, COMPASS, (253) 987-1778 . Bought with Windermere Prof Partners

229 S 47th Street
Tacoma, WA 98408

South End
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 894 sqft

$360,000

Last Sold: Aug 15, 2025
3% over list $350K
$403/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,182/mo*
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$360,000

Last Sold: Aug 15, 2025
3% over list $350K
$403/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,182/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
894 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to this classic two bedroom craftsman in South Tacoma. This home needs some TLC and updates, so you could renovate first or move in and start making repairs as you live here. There is a gas furnace in the attic, and the home has air conditioning so the hot months will be comfortable. The rear deck overlooks a fully fenced backyard and a 2 car detached garage. The location is convenient to schools, shopping, public transportation, highways, and of course JBLM.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from September 15, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$403/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Jim Swanson
COMPASS
Bought with: Diane M. Gilmore, Windermere Prof Partners
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#2407740

Home Details for 229 S 47th Street

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom Full, Entry Hall, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 894 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Laundry Closet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Fireplace,Forced Air,Electric,Natural GasHas CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Fireplace
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, FireplaceHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Company: TPU
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane/Storm WindowFlooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Softwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: MainFloors: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Softwood, Carpet
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Double Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Water HeaterFoundation: Poured Concrete
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageNo Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached Garage,Off Street
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: TPU
Farm & Range
Does Not Include Irrigation Water Rights
Surface & Elevation
Topography: LevelElevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 195

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1924Year Renovated: 1980
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Products
Property Information
Condition: FixerIncluded in Sale: Dryer(s), Leased Equipment, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)Parcel Number: 7470025070

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $350,000Price Per Sqft: $403/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Aug 15 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: TacomaCommunity: South Tacoma
School Information
High School District: Tacoma

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 894 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5000.688 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional, Rehab Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 2407740Offer Review: Seller intends to review offers upon receiptShowing Requirements: Appointment Only, MLS Keybox, Vacant

Price History for 229 S 47th Street

DatePriceEventSource
08/15/2025$360,000Sold
NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2407740
07/17/2025$350,000PendingNWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2407740
07/16/2025$350,000Listed For SaleNWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2407740
03/24/2021ListingRemovedN/A
03/24/2011$118,450ListingRemovedN/A
03/01/2010$118,450PendingN/A
02/17/2010$115,000Sold
NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #29158175
11/22/2009$129,900Listed For SaleN/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$262
Assessment$336,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 229 S 47th Street

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
223 S 48th Street, Tacoma, WA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$445,000
04/23/26
2
1
1,074
4509 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$365,000
05/01/26
2
1
825
4805 Fawcett Avenue, Tacoma, WA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$405,000
06/25/25
2
1
1,136
4629 S Bell St, Tacoma, WA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$365,000
05/22/25
2
1
1,568
114 S 46th St, Tacoma, WA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$408,000
06/02/25
3
1
832
4631 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$278,000
01/30/26
2
1
1,540

Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

South End
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What Locals Say about South End

At least 259 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 40 % Say there's wildlife

  • 36 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 18 % Say there are community events

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  • Jeremy Manglona
    "No real issues. Not as much public trash cans to throw bags away on walks. Sometimes people’s dogs bark as we walk by, but I don’t have much of an issue with that. "
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  • M9g82f94rd
    "Hosmer St is SCARY, and I hope we get off of it soon! There are always people shooting in the air and the homeless are heavily on drugs and roaming about. Not safe, I don’t even feel okay walking my dog around the apartment complex. "
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  • 1rad Dad
    "The cracks in the sidewalks from the big trees lifting the sidewalk up. I love the architecture of the house. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a safe neighborhood Very quiet A nice era to raise kids there's everything by it shopping school library is et Cedric et cedra"
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  • Trulia User
    "I grew up in this area and I would like to stay in this area my kids with the front hill they are grown nown get kids of their own I'd like to stay in that area so I'm just my application"
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  • Trulia User
    "I can't say more of anything good about this area in the city. I've definitely aged and am would be more than happy to live in a small town again. "
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  • Trulia User
    "in all, my little pocket of south end is nice. my neighbors are generally quiet and friendly, although there is little interaction. If you are a light sleeper, street racing at all hours may keep you up. "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's not the worst, but definitely not safest. Tacoma is a bit crazy. South Tacoma is getting better but it's not safe at night. "
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  • Trulia User
    "as I had stated on the last property I lived in there until recently for quite a while and I love The Neighbourhood I love the people I feel safe there people mind their own business but they watch out for each other's back I am actively seeking to live there again this property may be an option the price is your right"
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  • Trulia User
    "Halloween, and Christmas are a lot of fun in the neighborhood! We all have a great time. We also look out for each other "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not many places to go on walks with a dog. Parks are far apart. But the park we have is actually quite beautiful with a couple lakes. "
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  • Trulia User
    "i commute to Lakewood and its a pretty short drive. Area not well maintained and traffic bad. Trash all over the sidewalks and roads. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Grit City South End has caring and united neighbors. we work together to keep our streets clean, traffic circles beautiful, and support new families moving to our area."
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighbors look out for eachother. I've lived here most of my life. There's a real sense of community. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The commute to Seattle is getting pretty bad. Sometimes 1.5 hrs each way. If you're going to have to commute up north, hopefully you learn the back routes."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great access to downtown, 3.5 miles. South End is near I-5 and also is close to Pacific Ave (access to Mt. Rainier, etc.), 2 hrs from Pacific Ocean, and 2.5 hours from the Olympic Peninsula via Hwy 16."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a mix of nice and less nice streets. If the city was to change some of their policies, it would be cleaner than what it is. The parks are nice and it's still been a nice area to live with easy access to downtown, the train, and freeway."
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  • Trulia User
    "Depends on what time I leave. In the afternoon it is terrible. Stand still traffic most of the time "
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  • Ed L.
    "Neighborhood clean ups yearly. Chinese new year celebration. People seem to care about their neighbors."
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  • Ed L.
    "Schools are closed and there are many children of all ages in the neighborhood. There is also a large park close enough for recreation and play time."
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  • Ed L.
    "Many people have dogs and Walk them around the neighborhood. Two dog parks are near by. Veterinary help is also nearby."
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  • Jonathan W.
    "Easy! I’m able to get anywhere. I’m 5 minutes to the Tacoma done, mall, and downtown Tacoma. Best place ever if you both live and work here. "
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  • Linda S.
    "a nice clean community respectful kindness no crime togetherness kid friendly kids safety educational all in all just respect each other. helpfulness friendliness community involvement community involvement fired police environment safe no racism no gang members no involvement in neighbors business grocery stores pharmacies easy traveling through the neighborhoods community being able to walk through the neighborhood sit on the front lawn or porch."
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  • Rayne G.
    "Lots of children and young families are here. parks and green spaces, good schools. nice people. All people are welcome. Diverse mix of residents. Community libraries and pantries too. "
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  • Genifer H.
    "There aren’t a lot of dog parks here. There are local parks and the waterfront you can use that’s for the general public, hut for parks specific to dogs, I don’t know of one local. "
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  • Eugene G.
    "Drive the neighborhood at night and decide for yourself. The day time makes the area look better than it actually is."
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  • Alicia D.
    "I have lived in the neighborhood for 16 years. Pros: relatively quiet, close to bus lines, several nice parks nearby, lots of shopping options and both I-5 and 512 close. Cons: no consistent sidewalks, wouldn't leave valuables in vehicles, poor school ratings, litter, transients and prostitutes. Personally, we have never had any problems but I know some of my neighbors have. "
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  • Michelle L.
    "Very easy and light traffic some of the major streets can be busy but not that bad overall easy commute "
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  • Michael P.
    "nice yard needs to be fecned good neighborhood to walk your dog rent is reasonable house looks cosey"
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  • Karyl W.
    "I would say it nice friendly and safe. I have neighbors who are helpful friendly and we all look out for one another"
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  • Lucyisgreat159
    "Lachmont elementary is good for the community. The area is in need of a good park. Fern hill is a really quant area for families."
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  • Patty G.
    "Some sidewalks need repairing and are uneven, I have almost tripped quite a few times. Some sidewalks are blocked by vehicles, trashcans, etc. otherwise a normal neighborhood to go walking in. "
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  • Ashley
    "lived in fern hill for three years and appreciate the close knit community around us. that being said the tweakers that roam our streets is not the greatest. "
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  • Karen D.
    "clean neighborhood, nice people. minimal crime. good place. lots of schools near by can't complain. ."
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  • Cyktazz59
    "That all stores are close by all restaurants are close by like to close by and I live in a good part of the neighborhood"
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  • Danielle W.
    "it's very diverse and and the kids enjoy there schools. we are located near a lot of shopping areas. That is very convienent. The crime around here is not so good but it's not the worse. "
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  • Karisawrealty
    "People watch out for each other's dogs: If a dog is is wandering, or gets lost, or found, someone will post on the neighborhood FB page right away. Close to Lincoln Park, lots of room for dogs to run and play there, I personally have never been bothered walking my dog late at night, or had any worries about my safety, feel 100% safe Walking my dog here. Lots of dog lovers in Lincoln South, off leash dog park is close too <1 mi.! "
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  • Melissa
    "None. This place is a bottomless pit of despair and depression. Some Neighbors are ok. Mostly old, dirty houses. No one has pride for their homes. Lots of drug use and crime. "
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  • Borusa21
    "No comments please. Loud music, speakers at night time. Trees hanging on houses . No body cares. Been calling city of tacoma twice year ago. "
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  • Squallsrinoa
    "There are several parks and a big school yard within walking distance. The school yard is fenced so roaming doggies would be no problem. There are also sidewalks on most streets here. "
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229 S 47th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 894 sqft single-family home built in 1924. 229 S 47th Street is located in South End, Tacoma. This property is not currently available for sale. 229 S 47th Street was last sold on Aug 15, 2025 for $360,000 (3% higher than the asking price of $350,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 229 S 47th Street is $358,700.