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5538 N 43rd Street, Tacoma, WA, 98407
$725,000·2 bd·1 ba·NWMLS #2585792
Every completed rebate is published: see all 253 closings.
Listing data from NWMLS. Listing courtesy of Ruthy Taylor of Real Broker LLC. Rebate estimate calculated by Arrivva.
How the rebate is calculated
- Buyer-broker fee at 2%
- $14,500
- Buyer-broker fee at 3%
- $21,750
- Arrivva flat fee
- - $9,750
- Estimated rebate range
- $4,000 to $12,000
*Estimate only. Actual rebate may vary based on final price, lender requirements, MLS rules, and broker policies. How the rebate works
5538 N 43rd StreetTacoma, WA 98407
Listing courtesy of Ruthy Taylor of Real Broker LLC




Midcentury enthusiasts, this one's for you! Discover this North Tacoma classic, where original character has been lovingly preserved and quality has guided every improvement. Envisioned as their forever home, the sellers invested in both the beauty you see and the infrastructure you don't. Warm, refinished hardwood floors, a classic midcentury natural stone entry and fireplace, and original wood cabinetry celebrate the home's architectural roots. Natural Marmoleum flooring and non toxic paint reflect thoughtful material choices. Extensive improvements include Milgard windows, Lennox furnace and heat pump, updated electrical & PEX plumbing, insulated Clopay garage doors, & Therma-Tru entry doors. Enjoy Bosch kitchen appliances and coordinated Toto & Kohler bathroom fixtures. Professional basement water mitigation includes a transferable warranty. The expansive unfinished basement w/ tall ceilings offers incredible potential for additional living space, workshop or creative pursuits. The oversized corner lot offers room to garden, gather, and explore future DADU possibilities. Enjoy the best of North Tacoma living! Minutes to Point Defiance Park's wooded trails and waterfront, Point Ruston's restaurants and promenade, and the Proctor District's shops, coffee houses, dining, and farmers market. Authentic midcentury character, meaningful improvements, an oversized corner lot, and an incredible location. A home with history, heart, and an uncommon level of care. Welcome home!
| 5 days ago | Listing updated with changes from the MLS® | |
| 5 days ago | Status changed to Pending | |
| a week ago | Listing first seen on site |
Listing courtesy of Ruthy Taylor of Real Broker LLC
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Last checked: 2026-10-04 06:38 AM PDT
*Estimate only. Actual rebate may vary based on final price, lender requirements, MLS rules, and broker policies.
Questions about this listing
- How much could a buyer get back on 5538 N 43rd Street, Tacoma, WA, 98407?
- Arrivva estimates a buyer rebate of $4,000 to $12,000 on this listing. The buyer-broker fee, typically 2 to 3% of the price, goes back to you minus Arrivva's flat $9,750 fee. Every completed rebate is published on the Arrivva results page. See every completed closing
- Who is the listing brokerage for 5538 N 43rd Street, Tacoma, WA, 98407?
- Listing courtesy of Ruthy Taylor of Real Broker LLC, per NWMLS listing #2585792. Arrivva is not the listing brokerage: Arrivva is a separate flat-fee brokerage that represents you as the buyer, with your interests first and no dual agency, ever. How Arrivva represents buyers
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- Set up a quick chat with Arrivva by phone or video. The team confirms showing availability fast, tours the home with you, and walks you through offer strategy and the rebate math before you commit to anything. Set up a time to talk
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