Inside Lincoln International District in Tacoma
The Lincoln District of South Tacoma, Washington is a vibrant and culturally diverse neighborhood known for its rich history and community spirit. The heart of the neighborhood is located along 38th Street, and it is particularly noted for its strong Asian-American presence, with a variety of businesses, restaurants, and markets that reflect this cultural heritage. I actually rented a unit from my great grandmother right behind the Jubilee Burger stand (still there!) when I was in college! The district has undergone significant revitalization efforts in the last few years, aiming to enhance its infrastructure, improve public spaces, and support the local businesses that have long been thriving there. The revitalization has included streetscape improvements, new public art, and community events, making the Lincoln District a lively and attractive area for both residents and visitors.
Cultural Food
The restaurants throughout contribute to the district's reputation as a culinary destination with diverse and authentic food options. Here are a few of our favorites if you ever find yourself looking to try something new:
🍜 Vien Dong Restaurant
Known for its authentic Vietnamese cuisine, including pho, banh mi, and spring rolls. Check it out here. Highly recommend their pho.
🦀 Dragon's Crawfish
Your classic seafood boil restaurant serving fresh shrimp, crawfish, crab, clams, mussels and plenty of other sides to chose from. It is a bit of a smaller location so plan ahead for a wait, order for takeout or reserve your table online! Just give it a google search. We discovered this fun place when we were working on our Foodie Friday Blog series 😊
🍣 Gari of Sushi
Family owned, authentic sushi restaurant. Their chef was trained on the art of sushi in Japan, making their cuisine not only authentic but fresh. They offer dine-in, carry out or check them out on UberEats next time you're ordering in. Madison and I are sushi lovers and enjoy a to go lunch from Gari.
LOCAL EVENT
Don't miss out on the Lincoln District Food Walk. It is an annual street food festival celebrating cultural diversity through food, drink and music! Enjoy food trucks, restaurants specials, a michelada beer garden, music, and more! Shop the pop-up marketplace curated by Tacoma Sunday Market.
This Saturday, June 22 from 12-7pm. 3801 S Yakima Ave Tacoma, WA 98418. View the full event here.
New Developments
There have been various new developments and renovations of existing properties, aimed at accommodating the growing demand for housing and commercial spaces. To keep true to the district's foundation, the local government and community organizations have been actively involved in planning and supporting sustainable development, ensuring that the neighborhood retains its character while evolving.
Due to the area's increasing popularity and improvements, property values have been on the rise. This has attracted both investors and potential homeowners looking for growth opportunities.
Check out our latest listing at 3521 S Alaska St.
This cute 2 bedroom, 1 bath home listed for $380,000 went Pending in 4 days. The affordability and accessibility of the area and highways, attracts many buyers but with that, can also lead to competitive offers.
In the last month, 1144 SOLD homes in the neighborhoods surrounding the Lincoln district. And the average price ranges from $380k to $550k.
As revitalization continues in the Lincoln District, current residents can expect continued improved infrastructure and attractions. This can also lead to potentially higher property values, a boost in local business opportunities, and an enhanced sense of community. On the other hand, there may also be concerns about rising living costs and displacement of long-time residents.
Do you own in South Tacoma and are curious about your home's value? Are you interested in buying or investing in the Lincoln District? We've got you. Schedule a complimentary consultation to talk more.
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Although we’ve purchased homes before, their continual updates, thoughtful explanations, and steady, patient support made us feel genuinely cared for.
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