708 North I St, Tacoma
The Essentials:
1,904 Finished Sq. Ft.
560 Sq. Ft. Unfinished Basement
6,500 Sq. Ft. Lot
3 Bedrooms / 1.5 Bathrooms
1 Car Detached Garage with Alley Access
Offered for $459,950
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Sitting elevated proudly on a 6,500 sq. ft. lot in the North Slope neighborhood of Tacoma this handsome 3 bedroom craftsman home was built in 1903 and has much of it's old world details intact. Lovingly updated by the current owners it is fondly remembered as;
"The house we brought all of our children home to after they were born. It grew with us for a long while before we just got to be too much family! We loved the beauty and flow of the house, how it could always accommodate a crowd, and the feel of the neighborhood." – Current Owners
The wide front porch welcomes you to the home. This is the perfect spot to enjoy a steaming cup of coffee in the morning as you watch the day unfold. There is even a peek-a-boo view of Puget Sound to enjoy! As you pass through the front door into the foyer you are greeted by gleaming hardwood floors and beautiful original woodwork.
The handsome woodwork continues into the living room.
Spacious formal dining room is beyond the living room. There is plenty of space for entertaining in this home! The bay window bathes the room in soft natural light.
You will not be disappointed as you step into the fully remodeled kitchen. New cabinets with recessed lighting, solid surface counter tops, and stainless steel appliances await! It's about a 10 minute walk to Dave's Meats and Produce, where you can find organic produce and a full service butcher! Enjoy sweeping views of Commencement Bay on the way! If you're taking the night off as chef there are a plethora of dining options in Stadium District, Downtown Tacoma, and bustling 6th Avenue. Shake Shake Shake is the perfect spot to bring the whole family for burgers, fries and shakes, or stroll down the street to The Parkway Tavern for a frothy craft beer.
Enjoy a casual meal while overlooking the backyard.
Step out the backdoor onto the covered back porch, this is the ideal spot for the BBQ! There is plenty of space in the backyard for gardening and playing.
Back inside you'll find a sun drenched office on the main floor as well as a 1/2 bathroom.
Upstairs there is a spacious master bedroom with two closets, and two more bedrooms.
There is also a fully remodeled five piece bathroom upstairs. The crisp white presentation is sure to please.
Downstairs is the unfinished basement which is where the laundry is located along with ample storage space!
There is a 1 car garage with alley access at the back of the lot. This is a dead-end alley with low traffic, perfect for a game of basketball or bike riding.
If you're looking for more room to roam you're only a 5 minute walk from North Slope Historic District Park, this 'Pocket Park' features a playground and was created in 2002.