Listed by Better Properties N. Proctor, Bought with Hawkins Poe
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $515,000 - $534,725

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,232 Sq Ft
$387/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 26, 2024

Last sale price $502,000 $407 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,677/month

58 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Property is near public transit
  • Lowell Elementary School Rated A-
  • RV Parking in Community
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of September 2024

Rare opportunity to own a piece of Tacoma history! Open the yellow door to a sophisticated 3 bed/2 bath condo in a restored turn of century firehouse. Circa 1907 building retains original elements inc exposed brick walls, sandstone window sills & flared gable roof lines. Inside spaces are full of light w/ 16' ceilings & large windows. Primary suite on main. This Corner unit w/ separate entrance,private deck & treed side yard makes this condo live like a single family home. Well maintained bldg has 8 units & dues are a low $385 a month incl. Water, Sewer, Landscaping & Gar. There is a Storage unit in Bsmt + 2 off street parking spots behind. Walk-able, picture perfect neighborhood.Tranquility & charm in a one of a kind setting! See it now!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gaye Scheel

Better Properties N. Proctor License #4914 Listed on: 04/18/2024

Better Properties N. Proctor

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Flippo

Hawkins Poe License #126107

Hawkins Poe

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2222439

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,102

Year Built

  • Built in 1907

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • South Facing Home
  • Private Yard

HOA Fees

  • $387 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,232 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Blinds

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Location

  • Ground Level Unit
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a bus stop

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, garbage, sewer, water
  • 8 Units
  • Thom Reese Association
  • Secondary HOA Phone (253) 948-7332
  • Engine House #3 Condos
  • Old Town Subdivision
  • Park Phone (253) 948-7332 | Manager Thom Reese
  • RV Parking in Community

Amenities

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Community Garden

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,102

Year Built

Built in 1907

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$387 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • StyleCode: 31 - Condo (2 Levels)
  • Year Built: 1907
  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.5
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,LeasedEquipment,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Building Name: ENGINE HOUSE #3
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1232
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • DwellingType: Attached
  • RemodeledUpdated: true
  • UnitFeatures: End Unit,Ground Floor,Primary Bath,Vaulted Ceilings,Yard
  • NWM_ExcludedItemsYN: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2222439?w=Consumer&agent=16287
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceramic Tile, Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric, Laminate Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Washer, Water Heater, Yard
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Stories: 3
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 0
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 1
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 2
  • StorageNo: #3
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • StorageLocation: Basement
  • WindowCoverings: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Brick
  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • BusLineNearby: true

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Y N: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, RV Parking, Uncovered
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • ApplianceHookups: Cooking-Electric,Dryer-Electric,Washer
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Laundry room
  • WaterHeaterType: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Garden Space, Rooftop Deck, RV Parking, See Remarks
  • Park Manager Name: Thom Reese
  • Park Manager Phone: 253-948-7332
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 387
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Phone: 253-948-7332
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: See Remarks, Subj to Restrictions
  • AssociationContactName: Thom Reese
  • CoOp: false
  • CommonPropertyFeatures: Garden Space,Rooftop Deck,RV Parking,See Remarks

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Garbage, Sewer, Water
  • NWM_OtherDuesOrFeesYN: false

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Tacoma
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle Or Junior School: Buyer To Verify

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 9005130030
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric

Rental Info

  • RentalCap: At or above Rental Cap (See Remarks)
  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5102

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 8
  • EnergySource: Electric

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2024
Closed on
Sep 20, 2024
Sold by
Johnson Elizabeth Ann
Bought by
Libow Jill Ann
Seller's Agent
Gaye Scheel
Better Properties N. Proctor
Buyer's Agent
Amy Flippo
Hawkins Poe
List Price
$568,000
Sold Price
$502,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$66,000
-11.62%
Views
175
Current Estimated Value
$523,181

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$21,181
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.22%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2012
Sold by
Johnson James Leslie
Bought by
Johnson Elizabeth A

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 2007
Sold by
Nelson Eric J and Nelson Manuela R
Bought by
Johnson James L and Johnson Elizabeth A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$229,600
Interest Rate
6.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2005
Sold by
Mauck Jarrell
Bought by
Nelson Eric J and Nelson Manuela R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$242,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Libow Jill Ann $502,000 Fidelity National Title
Johnson Elizabeth A -- None Available
Johnson James L $287,500 Rainier Title
Nelson Eric J $237,650 Ticor Title Escrow
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Johnson James L $229,600
Previous Owner Nelson Eric J $242,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/26/2024 09/26/24 Sold $502,000 +0.6% $407 / Sq Ft
06/15/2024 06/15/24 Pending -- -- --
06/07/2024 06/07/24 Price Changed $499,000 -5.5% $405 / Sq Ft
05/17/2024 05/17/24 Price Changed $528,000 -3.6% $429 / Sq Ft
05/02/2024 05/02/24 Price Changed $548,000 -3.5% $445 / Sq Ft
04/18/2024 04/18/24 For Sale $568,000 -- $461 / 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 $6,189 $528,400 $108,400 $420,000
2024 $6,189 $556,200 $108,400 $447,800
2023 $6,189 $556,200 $108,400 $447,800
2022 $5,076 $491,300 $55,500 $435,800
2021 $5,562 $442,700 $48,300 $394,400
2019 $3,968 $381,600 $48,300 $333,300
2018 $3,100 $305,300 $43,900 $261,400
2017 $2,749 $196,100 $46,000 $150,100
2016 $2,616 $157,900 $46,000 $111,900
2014 $3,039 $150,400 $46,000 $104,400
2013 $3,039 $146,500 $46,000 $100,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2222439

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 900513-0030