FOR LEASE’
CHARMING COTTAGE STYLE BRICK HOME

TWO BEDROOMS
NORTH END/RESIDENTAL HOME IN THE HEART OF THE PROCTOR DISTRICT
4005 NORTH 24TH STREET
TACOMA, WASHINGTON

Pet Friendly, Tenant Pays Utilities

12-month Lease
$2860 per month
AVAILABLE July... 1st, 2026

Contact Private Owner for Complete Details and a Comprehensive Selection of Photos

Large Stone Fireplace, Good Closet Space, Dishwasher, Stove, Refrigerator,
Washer/Dryer + Utility Space, and Deck.

This home and location is ideal for Couples, Newlyweds, Seniors, UPS Personnel, Professionals, Singles.
Only steps away, just a half block from Metropolitan Market and Safeway.
An easy walk to all the Proctor District has to offer, Restaurants, Library, Post Office, and Shops
Military Welcome: EZ access to Interstate 5 for commute to JBLM

Enjoy the North End vitality and lifestyle while living in this charming Cottage Style Home, one of the most appealing locations in the district. Walk to the University of Puget Sound (less than 1/2 mile), the Commencement Bay waterfront, Starbucks, the bank, the Blue Mouse movie theatre,

Wheelock Public Library, Safeway, Metropolitan Market, the Proctor Farmer’s Market on Saturday mornings during the warmer months, or any of the retail shops and the restaurants offering fine dining in the trendy Proctor District or along Ruston Way. Appreciate the convenience of the location while residing in one of the most interesting and desired neighborhoods in Tacoma.

Delight in watching squirrels and birds in the garden while lounging in the backyard or hosting a BBQ on your large deck at the back of this home.

Centrally located for transportation, the bus stop is nearby (1 block) for easy access to the University of Washington in Tacoma, Tacoma Community College, Tacoma Mall, or use a direct connection by bus to UW’s, Seattle Campus, or Downtown Seattle. If you prefer you can connect to the ‘Sounder’ commuter train. Easy freeway access down nearby 30th Street, or a 2nd option is straight up nearby Union Ave to Highway 16, and onto I5, which makes this a uniquely convenient place to reside.

You will feel Secure in the Safe in the Friendly Atmosphere of one of Tacoma’s Finest Neighborhoods located in the Proctor District and near Commencement Bay.

Yard and Garden Maintenance Provided: No Lawns to Mow or Weeds to Pull! A portion of the back garden is shared with the tenant in the small guesthouse (when occupied) at the far end of this property.
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This home is bright and charming with appx. 1000 square feet of living space. Cheerful wallpaper, new carpets in living room and bedrooms and ceramic tile floors in the kitchen and bath. It must be seen to be truly appreciated.

THIS HOME OFFERS:
Living Room is carpeted and a spacious picture window offering light, beauty, + interest. Just a twist of the mini blinds gives you complete privacy. Living Room size is 18‘X 11’ 8”.
Stone Fireplace featured in the living room is perfect for a cozy get together or bundling up on those chilly winter nights.
Front Bedroom is tastefully wallpapered; carpet and mini blinds are provided on both windows for your privacy. 11’ X 10‘+.
Mirrored Seven-Foot, Closet is a great extra-large space for your storage needs. The closet is 7’ 4” ‘X 3‘.
Second Bedroom is wallpapered and painted, carpet, mini blinds. 11’ X 10’ less doorway entry.
Walk in Closet 6 ½’ X 4 ½’
Vanity Sink in Walk in Closet is in addition as bathroom fixtures, for shaving, applying makeup, etc.
Bathroom has tiled walls, ceramic tile floor, paint and stenciling, a vanity sink, a toilet, and bathtub with shower, and extra storage space overhead. 6” x 8”

Kitchen is cheerfully wallpapered with washable vinyl wall coverings, ceramic tile floors which are easy to maintain, and generous cupboard space. Kitchen size is 10’ 9” X 11’ 4”.
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, and Stove with a self-cleaning oven are provided.
Breakfast Nook is a delightful place to sip coffee and browse the internet, and it is next to the Kitchen area. 4’ 6” X 5’ 10”.
Enclosed Porch for Office/Utility Space, size is 4’6” X 16’ 6” and includes a Washer and Dryer, no coins are needed, and a 6’ table/desk area for folding clothes or it could be used as an office or computer center.
Hallway, 3’ 4” X 10 X 8”

Natural Gas Furnace which serves to keep this unusually energy efficient house toasty warm throughout the winter months. This home is very well insulated.

Large Deck is located just off the kitchen area of the home and is a great place to BBQ, entertain your friends or just relax and watch the birds and squirrels, and it offers convenient access to the fenced back yard.

Large Fenced Yard and Garden area. A portion is shared with the tenant in the small guesthouse at the rear of property.

Garden Maintenance is provided year-round, no lawn to mow, no weeds to pull. This allows you to sit back and enjoy your days off. However, if you love to plant flowers, go right ahead! You’re just requested to coordinate planting plans with the Owners Gardener in advance. Tenants are required to water during the dry season.

Street Parking.

Private front and rear entrance for this home. (A small guesthouse is rented at the far rear of the property, near the alley, and the small garage is utilized by the Owners and Gardener.

Fire and Carbon Monoxide detectors, and deadbolt locks are provided for enhanced security.

Tenant pays utilities, and PSE natura l gas service for heat which serves this home only.

Tenant pays own phone and internet, as well as the Tacoma Public Utilities noted below.

Electricity and joint utilities paid by tenant: Trash and water are based on the number of people occupying each unit. The sewer and storm are based on unit size ¾ for this, the main house and ¼ for the guesthouse rented in the back. (when it’s occupied), currently not occupied as guesthouse is under renovation). When guesthouse is not occupied Tenant in the home pays the entire TPU bill. The guesthouse is all electric heat and the electric service to the guesthouse is metered separately.

The joint bill has the advantage of keeping the cost at a lower level than with individual billing. When the guesthouse is unoccupied, the tenant in the main house assumes the entire Tacoma Public Utilities billing,

Pets? Most pets are welcome if sociable, well mannered, and well trained. We are pet people too. Most furry family members are acceptable. If permission for your pet is granted, a non-refundable pet fee will be required. Cats are usually ok, with a non-refundable $175 1-time pet fee per kitty; and a well-mannered inside dog is acceptable with a non-refundable pet fee of $650 per dog

RENT FOR $2860 A MONTH + Utilities
REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT $3000+12 MONTH LEASE REQUIRED (Then moves to a month to month)
(Deposit can be paid as $2000 down and $250 a mo. for the next 4 months if needed)

NO SMOKING ON PREMISES
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