Updated Vintage Comfort

4314 N Mullen St, Tacoma

$675,000

2 Beds + 1 Office

1.5 Baths

1,354 Sq Ft + 480 Sq ft Garage

3,000 Sq Ft Lot

Open House: Saturday January 24th, 11 am-1 pm & Sunday, January 25th, 1-3 pm

Home: Choosing a home between Proctor and Ruston, just 4 minutes from the waterfront, sets life within easy reach of neighborhood centers with everything from local markets to shops, the cinema, library, schools and cafes—the closest is just around the corner. Choosing this home in particular brings history and comfort into daily life. Original details like a built-in hutch, solid trim, decorative doorknobs, an open staircase, and fir floors complement updates including a renovated bath, ductless heating and cooling, fresh paint, custom blinds, and new flooring. Thoughtful landscaping and flagstone patios create a relaxing atmosphere for the energy-efficient Vita Spa swim spa in the fenced back courtyard. Park in the 2-car garage, exercise and soak in the spa, host friends in the dining room, and take a breath out on the covered deck.

“I enjoy riding my bike down to Dune Peninsula Park to walk, listen to the harbor seals, and scout for Orcas. And I often visit Point Defiance Park to stroll through the dahlia garden or hike on one of the trails. This is a great place to reconnect with nature and is just a 5-minute drive from the house.”
— Homeowner

Notable Updates Since 2021:

  • Ductless Mini Splits for Energy Efficient Heating & Cooling

  • Complete Main Floor Bathroom Renovation

  • Fresh Interior Paint & New Main Floor Flooring

  • 16 ft, Energy-Efficient Vita Spa Swim Spa

  • Extensive Landscaping & Hardscaping by Father Nature Landscapes

For a full list of updates, contact listing agent Michael Duggan or talk to your real estate agent. 

Preinspection: A recent seller-procured home inspection is completed and attached to the seller’s disclosure. Available upon request.

Main Floor

  • Entry with Open Staircase

  • Living Room

  • Dining Room

  • Kitchen

  • 1/2 Bath

  • Laundry Room

  • Office

2nd Floor

  • Full Bath with Linen Closet

  • Front Bedroom

  • Back Bedroom

Garage & Grounds

  • 2-Car Detached Garage

  • Landscaped Front & Back Yards with Flagstone Patios

  • Covered Back Deck

  • Fenced Back Yard

  • 16-Foot Swim Spa

Continue on for photos, our neighborhood introduction, a special home feature, and the video tour.

Home Highlight - History, Tranquility & Charm

“I instantly fell in love with the character and charm of this craftsman home and the history the walls contain...”
— Homeowner

Welcome! Please come in. We’d love to share a few of the details, traits, and views that make the experience of living in this home beautiful. Get comfortable and make yourself at home while we show you around.

Take a deeper look at what makes this house home.

Meet the Neighborhood - Proctor, Ruston & the Waterfront

“I love walking just around the corner to the Delightful Neighborhood Market. They have a full coffee bar with locally made fresh baked treats, sandwiches, and salads, in addition to a wide selection of beer, wine, and any last-minute ingredients I need when I’m cooking. It’s also a fantastic place to meet friends, attend an open mic night, or play board games at their community table. ”
— Homeowner

The Proctor Farmers’ Market features vendors with an array of local produce, including summer berries, along with baked goods, flowers, mushrooms, cheeses, meat, fish, and live music too.

This turn-of-the-century home stands in Tacoma’s North End just around the corner from the Delightful Neighborhood Market and half a mile from the historic Weyerhaeuser Mansion.

Just down the hill from historic Ruston, the paved Ruston Way Waterfront path stretches along the condos, restaurants, and shopping area at Point Ruston.

Here’s just a glimpse of what’s close by:

  • The Delightful Neighborhood Market: 500 feet

  • Central Co-op: 0.8 miles

  • Ruston Way Waterfront & Point Ruston: 1 mile

  • Town of Ruston: 1.3 miles

  • Proctor District: 1.6 miles

  • Point Defiance Park: 1.6 miles

Both Proctor and Ruston are just 5 minutes away by car. Visit our Neighborhood Pages to get to know Proctor with its farmers’ market, cinema, schools, groceries, restaurants, and shops and Ruston with its gluten-free bakery, cafe, bar, restaurants, and the entrance to Point Defiance Park.

More Information From the Listing Agent

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You’re invited to come see this North End home in person to get a feel for the layout, style, size, and location.

And feel free to call or text me, Michael Duggan, at 253-226-2787. I’ll be happy to answer your questions about this property, or talk with you about Tacoma and the local real estate market in general.

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Hi, I'm Michael Duggan, a licensed broker with Windermere Abode. I would love to help you through the home buying or selling process. Please contact me to set up a meeting and get things started. 

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