Listed by John L. Scott, Inc., Bought with Best Choice Realty LLC
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1326 E James St Kent, WA 98031

East Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $406,000 - $500,956

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,150 Sq Ft
$399/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 29, 2017

Last sale price $255,000 $222 Per Sq Ft

Est. 80% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,808/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Garden
  • Wood Flooring
  • Detached Garage
  • Partially Fenced Property

About This Home

As of June 2017

Charming & quaint home, close to downtown Kent, Kent Station, & East Hill amenities! New roof, fresh ext paint, real hardwood flrs in living rm& dining rm. Large, open living & dining space. Living rm has a cute wood fireplace w/brick surround. Spacious kitchen w/ample counter space & plenty of cupboards! Detached garage has been recently insulated & sheet rocked. Private, fenced, level yard with fruit producing trees & mature landscaping. ALL APPLIANCES STAY! 1 Year Home Warranty Included.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marti Reeder

John L. Scott, Inc. License #26072 Listed on: 05/25/2017

John L. Scott, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Matthew Willer

Best Choice Realty LLC

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1131547

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,379

Year Built

  • Built in 1943

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned MRD

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Cement Board or Planked

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Outbuilding

Community Details

  • Downtown Kent Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2621600015

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,379

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, Dining Room
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, 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
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1150
  • Square Footage Finished: 1150

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Planked, Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Baseboard
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: City of Kent
  • Water Company: City of Kent
  • Water Heater: Hall Closet-Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Downtown Kent

Schools

  • Elementary School: East Hill Elem
  • Middle School: Mill Creek Mid Sch
  • High School: Kent-Meridian High
  • School District: KNT

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8924
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 2621600015
  • Zoning Code: MRD
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 2634

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 25, 2017
Closed on
Jun 28, 2017
Sold by
Merrill Spencer and Merrill Ashleigh Clark
Bought by
Bentz Samantha Lynn
Seller's Agent
Marti Reeder
John L. Scott, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Willer
Best Choice Realty LLC
List Price
$234,950
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,050
8.53%
Current Estimated Value
$458,989

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$203,989
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.37%
Original Mortgage
$242,250
Outstanding Balance
$201,984
Interest Rate
4.02%
Estimated Equity
$257,005

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2015
Sold by
Merrill Allen J and Merrill Carla
Bought by
Merrill Spencer and Clark Merrill Ashleigh

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
3.73%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2014
Closed on
Jan 21, 2015
Sold by
Cloy Marvin B and Cloy Ling S
Bought by
Merrill Allen J and Merrill Carla
Seller's Agent
John Clawson
KW Mountains to Sound Realty
Buyer's Agent
Marti Reeder
John L. Scott, Inc.
List Price
$148,800
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,800
-19.35%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 2006
Sold by
Rourke Michael R and Rourke Rosalee J
Bought by
Cloy Marvin B and Cloy Ling S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,300
Interest Rate
2.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 1998
Sold by
Zvirblis Anne M and Lefavour Kevin G
Bought by
Rourke Michael R and Rourke Rosalee J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$86,400
Interest Rate
7.14%
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
Bentz Samantha Lynn $255,000 Rainier Title
Merrill Spencer $175,000 First American
Merrill Allen J $120,000 First American
Cloy Marvin B $229,000 Fidelity Natio
Rourke Michael R $108,000 Pacific Northwest Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bentz Samantha Lynn $242,250
Previous Owner Merrill Spencer $140,000
Previous Owner Cloy Marvin B $160,300
Previous Owner Rourke Michael R $86,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/29/2017 06/29/17 Sold $255,000 +8.5% $222 / Sq Ft
05/30/2017 05/30/17 Pending -- -- --
05/25/2017 05/25/17 For Sale $234,950 +95.8% $204 / Sq Ft
01/22/2015 01/22/15 Sold $120,000 -13.5% $104 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/01/2014 09/01/14 Pending -- -- --
08/10/2014 08/10/14 Price Changed $138,800 -6.7% $121 / Sq Ft
06/02/2014 06/02/14 Price Changed $148,800 0.0% $129 / Sq Ft
06/02/2014 06/02/14 For Sale $148,800 +6.3% $129 / Sq Ft
03/10/2014 03/10/14 Pending -- -- --
02/10/2014 02/10/14 For Sale $140,000 -- $122 / 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 $4,379 $434,000 $193,000 $241,000
2023 $4,389 $387,000 $193,000 $194,000
2022 $4,001 $421,000 $203,000 $218,000
2021 $3,596 $336,000 $164,000 $172,000
2020 $3,428 $287,000 $141,000 $146,000
2018 $3,120 $265,000 $113,000 $152,000
2017 $2,634 $235,000 $108,000 $127,000
2016 $2,662 $201,000 $116,000 $85,000
2015 $2,462 $193,000 $111,000 $82,000
2014 -- $174,000 $111,000 $63,000
2013 -- $156,000 $111,000 $45,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Marti Reeder

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Marti Reeder

    John L Scott

    (253) 234-7626

    20 in this area

    166 Total Sales

    Marti Reeder
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Matthew Willer

    Best Choice Realty LLC

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    John Clawson

    KW Mountains to Sound Realty

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1131547

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 262160-0015

Washington King County Kent 98030 East Hill

1326 E James St, Kent, WA

This home is located at 1326 E James St, Kent, WA 98031 since 25 May 2017 and is currently estimated at $458,989, approximately $399 per square foot. This property was built in 1943. 1326 E James St is a home located in King County with nearby schools including East Hill Elementary School, Mill Creek Middle School, and Kent-Meridian High School.

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