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#2351940, Anna Rogov, Listing office: COMPASS
#2393427·
Listing office: John L. Scott Vashon·
Listing agent: Jim Marsh·
Listing office phone: 206-567-1600
$595,000 List price
8038 S Ainsworth Ave Tacoma, WA 98408
$7,066
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 partial
2,040 sqft
0.3 acres
$292 / sqft
House
Property details
About 8038 S Ainsworth Ave
Step into a Storybook! This enchanting Historic Stone Cottage (c.1900s) was crafted by a homesteader w/ stones hauled in from local farms and has stood the test of time. Main home is a 2BR/1.5BA, gleaming original teak wood floors, cozy stone fireplace, updated kitchen (quartz counters, appliances, lighting), mini-split w/AC & fresh paint. Luxurious main-floor primary + huge versatile loft. Fully Remodeled 1BR Guest Cottage with 3/4BA! Live in one, rent the other, income potential awaits! Detached garage/workshop + covered stable for more storage. Expansive, beautifully landscaped lot has room for toys, garden, & entertaining. Utterly unique, nothing in Tacoma compares! Offer Review Date
Highlights
HeatingDuctless
StatusActive
CoolingDuctless
Size2,040 sqft
Lot size0.32 Acres
Year built1902
ParkingDriveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
MLS #2393427
Garage1 space
FireplaceWood Burning
ViewTerritorial
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Interior: Ceramic Tile, Double Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Loft, Water Heater
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- View: Territorial
- Exterior: Stone, Wood
- Architectural Style: See Remarks
- Heating: Ductless
- Cooling: Ductless
- List Price: $595,000
- Price/SqFt: $291
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,929
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Paved, Secluded
- Directions: From I-5 S take exit 129 to Tacoma Mall Blvd. Take a left on S 84th, turn left on Ainsworth Ave.
- Year Built: 1902
- Living Area: 2,040 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.32 Acres
- MLS Number: 2393427
- MLS Name: NWMLS
- Office Name: John L. Scott Vashon
- Office Phone: (206) 567-1600
- Listing Agent: Jim Marsh
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 14, 2020 | Home Sold | $505,000 |
| Oct 16, 2019 | Home Sold | $275,000 |
| Dec 29, 2016 | Home Sold | $172,219 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $442,800 | $4,929 |
| 2023 | $498,100 | $5,172 |
| 2022 | $418,300 | $4,797 |
| 2021 | $298,900 | $3,758 |
| 2020 | $298,900 | $3,719 |
| 2018 | $245,600 | $3,193 |
| 2017 | $190,800 | $3,016 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Birney Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.4 mi
•1202 S 76th St
4
Stafford Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•1615 S 92nd St
6
Fern Hill Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•8442 S Park Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $34,552. Typical income of Tacoma, WA residents is less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
51%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
36%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Pro Boxing
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Burlington
Foot Locker
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Popeyes
White Castle
Little Caesars
What do the neighbors drive?
Nissan
Kia
Dodge
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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About 8038 S Ainsworth Ave
The listing price of 8038 S Ainsworth Ave property is $595,000.
The property 8038 S Ainsworth Ave is a house located in Tacoma, Washington, 98408.
Active Listing: 8038 S Ainsworth Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8038 S Ainsworth Ave are: Birney Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Stafford Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Fern Hill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Baker Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Giaudrone Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Gray Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Industrial Design Engineering and Art (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Mount Tahoma High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Harrison Preperatory School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,929 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 14, 2020 for $505,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 8038 S Ainsworth Ave has 2 bedrooms and 0 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 8038 S Ainsworth Ave is 2,040 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8038 S Ainsworth Ave is 1902.
This home is located at 8038 S Ainsworth Ave in Tacoma, WA and zip code 98408. This 2,040 square foot home, which was built in 1902, sits on a 0.32 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $595,000.
While more than 157 listings in Tacoma, WA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 94 listings sold at asking price, and more than 79 were sold below. Between April and May 2025, Tacoma, WA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 14.9%. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 25 days, the median list price was $489,650.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.