1031 S Howard StreetTacoma, WA 98465Price: $466,000

This 1943 West Tacoma charmer pairs a thoughtfully updated home with a location that makes everyday life easy. Set on a flat, sidewalk-lined street, this 1,110 sq ft single-level home is just a few blocks from 6th Ave, where Starbucks, restaurants, grocery stores, a library, bowling, community theater and more are close at hand. Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Harbor Greens and Tacoma Boys are all within a couple of miles, while North Proctor, Titlow Beach, Ruston Way, Point Defiance and Chambers Bay are an easy drive. Bike routes and bus transit are nearby, and Hwy 16 provides convenient access to I-5, Gig Harbor and Kitsap. Inside, the thoughtfully updated layout lives comfortably on one level with 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and a bonus room that flexes easily as an office, guest space or hobby room. The kitchen opens to the dining and living areas, creating an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining. Updated kitchen and baths and brand-new carpet mean there's nothing left to do but move in. A heat pump with A/C keeps the home comfortable year-round. Out back, the deep, fully fenced 7,000 sq ft lot feels surprisingly private, with mature trees, flowering shrubs and a two-level deck for relaxing or entertaining. An oversized 2-car detached garage, large storage shed and paved parking offer room for multiple vehicles, an RV or trailer. Garden, entertain, park the toys or simply spread out, there's room to make it your own. No HOA.