Tacoma Real Estate February 6, 2026

Top 4 Highlights of This Central Tacoma Home with ADU

Offering the ideal blend of vintage charm, spacious comfort, and enviable convenience, this turnkey Central Tacoma treasure presents a rare opportunity. Not only is this home-sweet-home just 2 blocks from popular 6th Ave attractions, but it also comes with its own ADU and a spacious backyard. This 1,217-square-foot home features 3 bedrooms and 1.75 baths alongside inviting living spaces, and a newly installed air conditioner completes the picture-perfect package! Located at 824 S State Street Tacoma, WA 98405, this Central Tacoma home with an ADU is listed for $430,000. 

Take a moment to learn more about this Central Tacoma home’s top 4 highlights: 

1. Original charm with modern updates throughout. 

Built in 1942, this home retains much of its original character, while modern updates offer ease and efficiency. Original oak hardwood floors flow from the welcoming living room and into the 2 main level bedrooms, while crisp trim and arched doorways add to this home’s captivating vintage aesthetic. Large windows create a warm, cheerful atmosphere while making it easy to appreciate natural light all year long. Relax in the living room, and catch up with loved ones over dinner in the sunny corner! 

The kitchen is also not to be missed—this beautifully curated space provides a cohesive feel with the rest of this home’s design. There’s room for more than one cook in the kitchen here, and there’s even a cute spot to enjoy your morning cup of coffee! 

2. ADU offers excellent versatility. 

Head downstairs to find a separate apartment/ADU with its very own entrance, kitchen, dining area, ¾ bath, laundry hookups, and living area that functions as a studio-style bedroom. Everything you need for comfortable living awaits with this accessory dwelling unit in Central Tacoma. This retreat is ideal for multi-generational living and hosting guests so you can all have your own space, and it also could become a great source of rental income. 

3. Generous backyard getaway. 

The fully fenced backyard is ready for fun and play, sunny afternoons gardening, entertaining in style, and quiet days simply taking in the fresh air. The new covered composite deck and pergola are ready to be transformed into your outdoor haven, expanding your living space even more. Grow your own fresh fruits and veggies in the raised garden beds, and have fun playing lawn games at your next BBQ. Plus, there is convenient parking in the back so you never have to worry about finding a place to park.

4. Convenient Central Tacoma location. 

At 824 S State Street Tacoma, WA 98405, you’re in a prime location just 2 blocks from the vibrant 6th Ave District. Several popular restaurants, bars, shops, services, and more are right at your fingertips; you don’t have to drive to enjoy dining, shopping, services, or entertainment unless you want to. You’re also close to a long list of other Tacoma attractions—this home is only 4-8 minutes from Downtown Tacoma, the Ruston Way waterfront, Proctor District, Highway 16, Interstate-5, and so much more. It really is central! 

Interested in learning more? Click here to view the full listing! You can also contact REALTOR® Curtis Gibson and REALTOR® Megan Gibson online here or give them a call/text at (253) 691-2521!