NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1251 SW 296th St Federal Way, WA 98023

Adelaide Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $738,000 - $944,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,920 Sq Ft
$436/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 29, 2019

Last sale price $519,000 $270 Per Sq Ft

Est. 61% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,346/month

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of a Sound
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Corner Lot
  • RV Access or Parking
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Attached Garage

About This Home

As of October 2019

Gorgeous ranch style, single level home in Adelaide with incredible sound views! Beautiful, double lot property! This home was built extremely well and has been lovingly cared for and maintained. Light and bright, skylights, wonderful flow and layout. Excellent Master Suite, and Den/Bonus room is tucked away and acts as 3rd bedroom. RV Parking, amazing garage, quiet and peaceful. Wonderful opportunity to get into a stunning sound view property in sought after Adelaide neighborhood.

Last Listed By

Sammy Riddle

Best Choice Realty LLC Listed on: 10/01/2019

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1532715

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,864

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned RS15

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Views of a Sound

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Attached Carport
  • RV Access or Parking

Utilities

  • Propane

Community Details

  • Adelaide Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5153200031

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,864

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Bath Off Master, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, Skylights, Walk In Pantry, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.25
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Den or Office: Main
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Family Room: Main
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1920
  • Square Footage Finished: 1920

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal/Vinyl, Wood
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Sound

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Carport-Attached, Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 3

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Adelaide
  • Project: 44/49

Schools

  • Elementary School: Adelaide Elem
  • Middle School: Lakota Mid Sch
  • High School: Decatur High
  • School District: FED

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 6&7
  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Dead End Street, Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 14995
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Level
  • Parcel Number: 5153200031
  • Zoning Code: RS15
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 6272

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2019
Closed on
Oct 20, 2019
Sold by
Wilcox Mary L
Bought by
Molzhon James and Molzhon Kellie
Seller's Agent
Sammy Riddle
Best Choice Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Sammy Riddle
Best Choice Realty LLC
List Price
$519,000
Sold Price
$519,000
Total Days on Market
19
Current Estimated Value
$838,068

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$319,068
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.89%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 2003
Sold by
Wilcox Donald R and Wilcox Mary L
Bought by
Mooney Daniel P and Mooney Julia M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 1987
Sold by
Brooks Donald and Brooks Karen W
Bought by
Wilcox Donald R and Wilcox Mary L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 7, 1985
Sold by
Sample Harry O and Sample Lempi D
Bought by
Brooks Donald and Brooks Karen W

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
Molzhon James $519,000 Ticor Title
Mooney Daniel P -- --
Wilcox Donald R $108,500 --
Brooks Donald $131,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Molzhon James $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/29/2019 10/29/19 Sold $519,000 0.0% $270 / Sq Ft
10/20/2019 10/20/19 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2019 10/01/19 For Sale $519,000 -- $270 / 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
2024 $7,864 $805,000 $359,000 $446,000
2023 $7,664 $728,000 $325,000 $403,000
2022 $7,161 $786,000 $331,000 $455,000
2021 $6,205 $637,000 $301,000 $336,000
2020 $5,931 $517,000 $277,000 $240,000
2018 $7,073 $548,000 $251,000 $297,000
2017 $6,343 $500,000 $235,000 $265,000
2016 $6,226 $448,000 $235,000 $213,000
2015 $5,692 $421,000 $218,000 $203,000
2014 -- $394,000 $203,000 $191,000
2013 -- $358,000 $194,000 $164,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sammy Riddle

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Sammy Riddle

    Best Choice Realty LLC

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1532715

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 515320-0031

Washington King County Federal Way 98023 Adelaide

1251 SW 296th St, Federal Way, WA

Homes for Sale in Federal Way, WA

This home is located at 1251 SW 296th St, Federal Way, WA 98023 since 01 October 2019 and is currently estimated at $838,068, approximately $436 per square foot. This property was built in 2001. 1251 SW 296th St is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Adelaide Elementary School, Lakota Middle School, and Decatur High School.

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