Listed by John L. Scott Vashon, Bought with RE/MAX Metro Realty, Inc.
$685,000
SOLD OCT 30, 2020

12825 SW Ober Beach Rd Vashon, WA 98070

1 Bed
1.5 Baths
857 Sq Ft
0.44 Acres

Recently Sold

$799 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront Community
  • Views of a Sound
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Chautauqua Elementary School Rated A-
  • Greenhouse
  • Fruit Trees

About This Home

As of October 2020

Handsomely crafted, beautifully maintained timber framed cottage with fantastic Sound and Olympic Mountain views including a gorgeous community lowbank beach and meadow. The sun-filled interior reflects love and an attention to detail. Very private, open plan has lots of custom touches with an expansive view deck. Hidden treasures like the plumbed claw-foot outside tub. You will be surrounded by nature, bathed in western light and sunsets. Vashons most secluded westside wft community.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ken Zaglin

John L. Scott Vashon License #17908 Listed on: 09/02/2020

John L. Scott Vashon

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Schile

RE/MAX Metro Realty, Inc. License #75087

RE/MAX Metro Realty, Inc.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 1652487

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,793

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 0.44 Acre Lot
  • Open Space
  • Terraced Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Views of a Sound
  • Mountain Views

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 857 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Oven or Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Greenhouse

Schools

  • Chautauqua Elementary School
  • Mcmurray Mid Middle School
  • Vashon Isl High School

Utilities

  • Propane
  • Private Water Source
  • Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2423029175

Community Details

Overview

  • Colvos Subdivision

Recreation

  • Waterfront Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,793

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 11 - 1 1/2 Story
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Inclusions: Dryer,RangeOven,Refrigerator,Washer,LeasedEquipment
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 857
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 56

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Water Heater
  • Living Area: 857
  • Bathrooms: 1.5
  • BathsFullMain: 0
  • SquareFootageFinished: 857
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 1
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 1
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 1
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dryer,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
  • FireplacesLower: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Mountain(s), Sound
  • Lot Features: Open Space
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: false

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: None, Off Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Community, Private
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Septic System, Electricity Available, Propane
  • PowerCompany: PS Energy
  • SewerCompany: Private Septic
  • WaterCompany: Ober Beach Water
  • WaterHeaterType: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach
  • Common Interest: Residential

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Vashon Island
  • High School: Vashon Isl High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Mcmurray Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 2423029175
  • Topography: Terraces
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4397
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 19152
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Deck,Green House,High Speed Internet,Propane
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Realist
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Realist
  • ZoningJurisdiction: County

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Propane

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Tax Info

  • Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3793

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Chautauqua Elem

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 2024
Sold by
Leech Sarah
Bought by
Cotton Guyton Thomas

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2020
Closed on
Oct 19, 2020
Sold by
Means Lori L and Madian Sean Michael
Bought by
Guyton Thomas Cotton and Leech Sarah
Seller's Agent
Ken Zaglin
John L. Scott Vashon
Buyer's Agent
Mary Schile
RE/MAX Metro Realty, Inc.
List Price
$649,500
Sold Price
$685,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,500
5.47%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.56%
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 2019
Sold by
Means Lori L
Bought by
Means Lori L and Madian Sean Michael

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2016
Closed on
Aug 8, 2016
Sold by
Ballew Christopher W and Endle Kathryn
Bought by
Means Lori L
Seller's Agent
Leslie Ferriel
John L. Scott Vashon
Buyer's Agent
Ken Zaglin
John L. Scott Vashon
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$466,789
Premium/Discount to List
$41,789
9.83%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.67%
Original Mortgage
$216,789
Interest Rate
3.42%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 21, 2012
Closed on
Jul 6, 2012
Sold by
Garrison Ralph K
Bought by
Ballew Christopher W and Endle Kathryn
Seller's Agent
Leslie Ferriel
John L. Scott Vashon
Buyer's Agent
Jean Bosch
John L. Scott VSH
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$300,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.44%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 1993
Sold by
Garrison Gerald R
Bought by
Garrison Ralph K
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Personal Reps Deed $313 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Warranty Deed $466,789 First American
Warranty Deed $300,000 First American
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $520,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $216,789 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/25/2025 07/25/25 For Sale $899,000 +31.2% $1,049 / Sq Ft
10/30/2020 10/30/20 Sold $685,000 +5.5% $799 / Sq Ft
09/23/2020 09/23/20 Pending -- -- --
09/02/2020 09/02/20 For Sale $649,500 +39.1% $758 / Sq Ft
08/16/2016 08/16/16 Sold $466,789 +9.8% $545 / Sq Ft
07/15/2016 07/15/16 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2016 07/08/16 For Sale $425,000 +41.7% $496 / Sq Ft
07/18/2012 07/18/12 Sold $300,000 0.0% $351 / Sq Ft
06/25/2012 06/25/12 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2012 06/21/12 For Sale $300,000 -- $351 / 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 $4,738 $516,000 $166,000 $350,000
2023 $4,793 $512,000 $162,000 $350,000
2022 $4,477 $583,000 $179,000 $404,000
2021 $4,064 $452,000 $141,000 $311,000
2020 $3,793 $302,946 $53,946 $249,000
2018 $3,444 $296,782 $54,782 $242,000
2017 $2,820 $331,000 $125,000 $206,000
2016 $2,713 $283,000 $107,000 $176,000
2015 $2,096 $271,000 $107,000 $164,000
2014 -- $214,000 $103,000 $111,000
2013 -- $193,000 $103,000 $90,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 1652487

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 242302-9175