Listed by Windermere Real Estate/East, Bought with Coldwell Banker Danforth
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1242 S Ridgewood Ave Tacoma, WA 98405

Hilltop Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $407,000 - $449,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,300 Sq Ft
$329/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 27, 2021

Last sale price $375,000 $288 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,684/month

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stadium High School Rated A-
  • Territorial View
  • Attached Garage

About This Home

As of September 2021

Location! Location! Location! This thoughtfully maintained home is located in vibrant Central Tacoma. Convenient access to the downtown area, trendy 6th Ave, Tacoma‘s iconic waterfront, parks and a commuters dream to I-5 and Hwy-16. A charming 3 bdr, 1 bath all on one level with a new roof, new paint, new carpet, new electrical panel, vinyl windows, security system and there’s more. A large 6,500 sq. ft. lot with a private, fully fenced back yard is unique. Also an extra large detached one + car garage with alley access has great space for an extra room, storage or shop/studio. Be tempted and visit. Leave infatuated and ready for a new chapter because it’s move-in ready! Pre-Inspected, so you don’t have to.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matthew Harding

Windermere Real Estate/East License #20116 Listed on: 08/12/2021

Windermere Real Estate/East

Last Buyer's Agent

Zachary Schon

Coldwell Banker Danforth License #24011169

Coldwell Banker Danforth

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1821749

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,216

Year Built

  • Built in 1943

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Territorial Views
  • Oven or Range
  • Deck

Community Details

  • Central Tacoma Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2012360140

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,216

Year Built

Built in 1943

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1943
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Security System
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1300
  • Square Footage Finished: 1300

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 1

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Heater: Laundry-Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Central Tacoma

Schools

  • School District: TAC

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Alley, Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6500
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 2012360140
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 3379

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 12, 2021
Closed on
Sep 10, 2021
Sold by
Henderson Kalleen
Bought by
Dycus Tiffany Rose and Dycus Timothy Aaron
Seller's Agent
Matthew Harding
Windermere Real Estate/East
Buyer's Agent
Zachary Schon
Coldwell Banker Danforth
List Price
$370,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.35%
Current Estimated Value
$426,214

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$51,214
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.66%
Original Mortgage
$363,750
Outstanding Balance
$332,425
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$98,503

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2001
Sold by
Nationscredit Financial Services Corp
Bought by
Henderson Kalleen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$59,400
Interest Rate
6.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2001
Sold by
Rice Christopher W
Bought by
Nationscredit Financial Services Corp

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 1999
Sold by
Rice Dorothy E
Bought by
Rice Christopher W
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Dycus Tiffany Rose $375,000 Fidelity National Title
Henderson Kalleen $76,784 First American Title Ins Co
Nationscredit Financial Services Corp $49,900 Fidelity National Title
Rice Christopher W -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Dycus Tiffany Rose $363,750
Previous Owner Henderson Kalleen $20,000
Previous Owner Henderson Kalleen K $83,550
Previous Owner Henderson Kalleen $25,000
Previous Owner Henderson Kalleen $5,000
Previous Owner Henderson Kalleen $96,700
Previous Owner Henderson Kalleen $95,000
Previous Owner Henderson Kalleen $50,000
Previous Owner Henderson Kalleen $59,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/27/2021 09/27/21 Sold $375,000 +1.4% $288 / Sq Ft
08/30/2021 08/30/21 Pending -- -- --
08/12/2021 08/12/21 For Sale $370,000 -- $285 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,216 $408,400 $239,800 $168,600
2024 $4,216 $401,400 $232,700 $168,700
2023 $4,216 $378,500 $220,400 $158,100
2022 $3,778 $403,900 $222,000 $181,900
2021 $3,379 $268,600 $114,900 $153,700
2019 $2,776 $242,900 $91,400 $151,500
2018 $2,711 $213,400 $80,100 $133,300
2017 $2,323 $171,400 $57,800 $113,600
2016 $2,087 $125,400 $40,500 $84,900
2014 $1,899 $119,900 $41,700 $78,200
2013 $1,899 $113,100 $41,700 $71,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Matthew Harding

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Matthew Harding

    Windermere Corporate

    (206) 972-0812

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

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  • Zachary Schon

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Zachary Schon

    Coldwell Banker Danforth

    (253) 254-5661

    4 in this area

    58 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1821749

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 201236-0140

Washington Pierce County Tacoma 98405 Hilltop

1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA

This home is located at 1242 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405 since 12 August 2021 and is currently estimated at $427,634, approximately $328 per square foot. This property was built in 1943. 1242 S Ridgewood Ave is a home located in Pierce County with nearby schools including Stanley Elementary School, Hilltop Heritage Middle School, and Stadium High School.

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