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Central Tacoma

Offers an unbeatable blend of affordability, convenience, and character.

Property Listings

Provided by NWMLS, Windermere Prof Partners

$1,150,000

4020 S 19th Street, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2181919

Provided by NWMLS, Blue Emerald Real Estate Co.

$514,286

1219 Earnest S Brazill Street, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2218055

Provided by NWMLS, Weichert Realtors Premier Prop

$1,500,000

2147 -2155 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2318537

Provided by NWMLS, Better Homes and Gardens RE PC

$625,000

4 bd 2 ba 2,912 Sq.Ft. For Sale

1613 S M Street, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2338097

Provided by NWMLS, Windermere Abode

$1,650,000

638 646 S Steele Street, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2340691

Provided by NWMLS, Real Broker LLC

$500,000

4,636 Sq.Ft. Pending

1931 S Durango Street, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2345497

Provided by NWMLS, John L. Scott R.E.Tacoma North

$499,950

4 bd 3 ba 2,214 Sq.Ft. Pending

1215 S 8th Street, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2353958

Provided by NWMLS, Redfin

$524,900

4 bd 2 ba 1,738 Sq.Ft. For Sale

709 S M Street Unit: A & B, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2370613

Provided by NWMLS, Redfin

$524,900

1,738 Sq.Ft. For Sale

709 S M Street Unit: A & B, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2341839

Provided by NWMLS, Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay

$1,200,000

2,658 Sq.Ft. Pending

2418 S I Street, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2324216

Provided by NWMLS, Rain Town Realty + JPAR

$549,000

2,401 Sq.Ft. Pending

907 S Ainsworth Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2369924

Provided by NWMLS, Rain Town Realty + JPAR

$549,000

4 bd 3 ba 2,401 Sq.Ft. Pending

907 S Ainsworth Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405

MLS®: 2365104

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Welcome to Central Tacoma

Central Tacoma offers an unbeatable blend of affordability, convenience, and character. Revered for its historic homes—craftsman bungalows, Cape Cods, and charming Victorians—it delivers a classic feel akin to North Tacoma but at a more accessible price point. Its central location means you are moments away from Downtown, hospitals, and transit corridors, making it ideal for commuters.

The vibrant 6th Avenue corridor acts as a local heart—lined with restaurants, cafés, boutique shops, and a seasonal farmers market. Residents also enjoy proximity to green spaces, including the start of the Scott Pierson Trail and the nearby Allenmore Golf Course.

On Niche, Central Tacoma earns high marks for nightlife, outdoor activity, and health & fitness, reflecting its dynamic, lived-in feel. It's a neighborhood that truly offers urban-suburban balance—full of life yet rooted in community.

Population

Central: Roughly 24,700 residents.

Around Central Tacoma, WA

There's plenty to do around Central Tacoma, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

61

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

67

Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Panaderia Azteca, Haunted Farmers Market, and 6th Avenue Espresso On Center St.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Panaderia Azteca page on Yelp Search 8534 S Tacoma Way on Google Maps	Dining	4.54 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Haunted Farmers Market page on Yelp Search S Tacoma Way & S 54th St on Google Maps	Dining	2.59 miles	19 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the 6th Avenue Espresso On Center St page on Yelp Search 4002 Center St on Google Maps	Dining	1.18 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Oceanus Athletics page on Yelp Search 3913 Steilacoom Blvd SW on Google Maps	Active	4.75 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tacoma Strength page on Yelp Search 2354 Jefferson Ave on Google Maps	Active	1.79 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Drop Pickleball page on Yelp Search 2360 Fawcett Ave on Google Maps	Active	1.75 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hilltop A Go-Go page on Yelp Search 1016 Mlk Jr Way on Google Maps	Nightlife	1.24 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Waddington Esthetics page on Yelp Search 1944 Pacific Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.85 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bright Hair Design page on Yelp Search 7304 Lakewood Dr W on Google Maps	Beauty	4.07 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kanebras Hair Studio & Extensioin Bar page on Yelp Search 8302 S Tacoma Way on Google Maps	Beauty	4.38 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Rosy Cheeks page on Yelp Search 1102 A St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.89 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Easy Life Hair page on Yelp Search 5401 6th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.69 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Dave's Barber Shop page on Yelp Search 3409 N Proctor St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.41 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Alleviate Massage Therapy page on Yelp Search 1215 Regents Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.12 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mind Body Spirit Massage, Ellie Esteves LMP page on Yelp Search 4308 N 26th St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.99 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Beauty By Chavonne page on Yelp Search 6805 6th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.55 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kimberly Marie Lashes page on Yelp Search 1102 A St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.9 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mattice Beauty Supply page on Yelp Search 3906 S 12th St - on Google Maps	Beauty	0.71 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars

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The following schools are within or nearby Central Tacoma. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Central Tacoma

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Welcome to Central Tacoma

Population

Around Central Tacoma, WA

61

Somewhat Walkable

67

Bikeable

Points of Interest

Schools in Central Tacoma, WA

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Central Tacoma

Property Listings

Welcome to Central Tacoma

Population

Around Central Tacoma, WA

61

Somewhat Walkable

67

Bikeable

Points of Interest

Schools in Central Tacoma, WA

Explore other neighborhoods

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