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The Central district is the heart of Tacoma. The area includes all or part of the following neighborhoods: Bryant, Stanley, McCarver, Franklin, Allenmore, Bellarmine, 12th and Proctor, Hilltop, College Heights, Delong and Foss. Some of the popular attractions in Central Tacoma are Cheney Stadium, the Allenmore Public Golf Course, Franklin Park, Delong Park and the Tacoma Nature Center. Central Tacoma is a good place to live if you want to be close to everything and if you are looking for more affordable housing when compared to other areas of Tacoma. Most of the homes are 1,000 to 1,800 square feet with many homes from the 1940s vintage or even older. New homes have poped up in places.  So if you are looking for real estate in the Central Tacoma area? Best Choice Realty can help you find Central Tacoma homes for sale, Central Tacoma real estate agents, and information about the Tacoma real estate market. Why use this website for your home search? You can search all available MLS listings in Tacoma including single family homes, condos, townhouses, land and many other types of properties whether you are ready to buy now or just starting your search. Find information about Tacoma schools and nearby amenities like parks, shopping centers, schools and street maps.  So if you are looking to purchase a home in Tacoma, use our website to receive up to the minute information on the latest listings that meet your preferred criteria.

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$269,999
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2556254 MLS
Opportunity knocks in a prime Tacoma location! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 824 square feet of opportunity for investors, builders, or buyers looking to bring their vision to life. Whether you're planning a full renovation, investment project, or exploring the potential for a home-based business (buyer to verify permitted uses with the City of Tacoma), this property is a true blank canvas. Conveniently located near downtown Tacoma, major commuter routes, shopping, restaurants, and local amenities. Sold AS-IS. Cash or rehab, financing only. Bring your ideas and unlock the potential!

1210 S Union Avenue, Tacoma

Courtesy of Seattle Works Real Estate
$350,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2554274 MLS
Unlock the potential in this charming Tacoma Craftsman, where timeless character meets endless opportunity! Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to build equity or an investor searching for your next project, this home is full of possibilities. Inside, you'll find beautiful original hardwood floors, rich wood trim, a cozy fireplace, and an inviting open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area that creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The updated bathroom blends modern convenience with classic charm, while the unfinished basement offers abundant storage, laundry space, or future expansion potential. Step outside to discover an adorable backyard oasis complete with garden beds, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or cultivating your green thumb. A detached garage provides additional storage, workshop space, or covered parking. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, schools, and commuter routes, this home offers the ideal combination of location, character, and value. With solid bones, undeniable charm, and room to make it your own, this Tacoma gem is ready for its next chapter. Bring your vision and don't miss the chance to transform this classic Craftsman into something truly special! Mortgage savings may be available for buyers of this listing.

2121 S M Street, Tacoma

Courtesy of Redfin
$325,000
2550405 MLS ⋅ Ferrys C P 2nd BLDG.
Attention builders, developers, and high-yield investors: This is a premier urban infill opportunity you cannot afford to miss. Located in Tacoma’s highly coveted URX zone with zero base lot line limits, this parcel is fully optimized to maximize your rentable footprint. A formal City pre-application review is already complete for a 20-unit Efficiency Dwelling Unit (EDU) development, with 12-unit traditional options also vetted. Architectural layouts are available. EDUs eliminate the need for standard parking, allowing for a 100% focus on high-yield, income-generating units. The financial upside here is unmatched. The site fully qualifies for Tacoma’s powerful Multifamily Property Tax Exemption (MFTE) program, unlocking a lucrative 8-, 12-, or 20-year property tax exemption to maximize your net operating income (NOI) from day one. Rental velocity is supported by an exceptional location with premier walkability—situated just blocks from the Hilltop District T-Line light rail station and minutes from the massive Hilltop medical employment hub, including Tacoma General and St. Joseph Medical Center. Boundary and topography surveys are complete and included. Infill plays of this caliber are rare—act fast to secure this high-margin project. Buyer to verify all information to their satisfaction.

2029 S 8th Street, Tacoma

Courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/Summit
$315,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2538016 MLS
2-bedroom, 1-bath home with 760 SF on a 2,850 SF lot in Central Tacoma. Single-level floor plan with main-level living, efficient use of space, and fenced outdoor area for added privacy and utility. Recent updates include stainless steel appliances, newer gas furnace, Bath Fitter tub/shower combo, and refreshed interior and exterior paint. Spacious mud/utility room provides additional storage and workspace. Alley-access parking plus space for RV or boat parking. Property has documented rental history, including prior long-term occupancy and recent rental listing history, offering flexibility for owner-occupants or investors. Public water, sewer, natural gas, and high-speed internet available. Located approximately 0.7 miles to Tacoma General Hospital, 1.2 miles to Tacoma Link light rail, 1.5 miles to downtown Tacoma, and with quick access to I-5 and Hwy 16. Near grocery, transit, and service access. Patio and fenced yard expand outdoor functionality. Opportunity for primary residence or income-producing investment. One year home warranty included!

1916 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma

Courtesy of CnR Realty
$390,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2534232 MLS
Perched above downtown Tacoma with sweeping views of Mt. Rainier, Commencement Bay, and the Port, this exceptional 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome offers 1,450 sq ft of sophisticated urban living. The open-concept floor plan features beautiful flooring and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the home with natural light while showcasing the incredible views. The chef-inspired kitchen impresses with a large quartz island, granite countertops, gas range, stainless steel appliances, and abundant workspace. Spacious primary suite offers stunning views, a huge walk-in closet, and an expansive ensuite bath. Generous second bedroom, additional bath, and versatile bonus room provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or fitness space. Enjoy a rare attached 2-car garage an uncommon find in downtown Tacoma. Ideally located near UW Tacoma, the waterfront, museums, restaurants, shopping, transit, and I-5. All appliances stay, making this move-in ready home the perfect blend of modern comfort, convenience, and low-maintenance living.

2136 S G Street, Tacoma

Courtesy of The Joseph Group
$180,000
2535121 MLS
Well established Sharetea Bubbe Tea Shop for 8 years with long time loyal clientele. Sharetea is located in a high traffic Tacoma Mall ( Next to Nordstrom) and includes many benefits with ample parking . Sharetea is known for its authentic Bubble Tea with high quality ingredients shipped from Taiwan. The menu includes popular beverage items such as milk tea, fresh fruit bubble tea, fruit smoothie and slush. This is a great franchise opportunity- Don't miss out!

4502 S Steele Street Unit #1159A, Tacoma

Courtesy of RE/MAX Town Center
$399,000
2517893 MLS
Prime development opportunity in Tacoma's rapidly evolving Hilltop Business District. The site is conveniently located 500ft from the new Hilltop Light Rail Station and near the expanding downtown Tacoma core. This offering includes two adjacent parcels totaling 0.229 acres zoned NCX (Neighborhood Commercial Mixed-Use) providing flexible options for residential, multifamily, or mixed-use development, subject to City of Tacoma approval. NCX zoning supports urban infill development and encourages a wide range of housing types, making this an ideal site for builders and developers seeking density in a high-demand urban corridor. Example development concepts for the site could include a 4-6 unit townhome project with modern stacked or rowhouse-style units, a small to midsize 10-20 unit apartment building with studio and 1-2 bedroom layouts, a live-work style building with potential ground-floor commercial or creative space and residential units above, or a boutique missing-middle multifamily project such as courtyard-style flats or walk-up apartments. The property is located within an active transit development corridor with multiple large-scale projects underway in the area. The New Bates Technical College Downtown campus as well as the new State of the Art Mary Bridge Children's Hospital are only a couple of the new additions to the neighborhood. These new additions provide strong rental demand from students, staff, and the surrounding workforce population.

1119 S J Street, Tacoma

Courtesy of PNW Realty
$175,000
2498189 MLS
Buildable ~2,600 SF lot in a convenient Tacoma location with strong development potential. Configured as Unit 2 in a condo-style setup, offering a unique opportunity for small-scale development without traditional subdivision timelines. Duplex layout concept and plans already completed, giving builders and investors a clear path forward. Ideal for new construction, rental income, resale, or a house hack strategy. Property is subject to a condominium declaration (CC&Rs), with no active HOA management or monthly dues currently in place. Access is available via S Ainsworth Ave and/or the alley, with defined use and ownership structure for clarity. Located near shopping, dining, transit, and major commuter routes—making it attractive for future tenants or resale. Strong upside in a growing Tacoma market with continued housing demand.

909 S Ainsworth Avenue, Tacoma

Courtesy of John L. Scott, Inc
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