NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1402 S 78th St Tacoma, WA 98408

South End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $480,412 - $502,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,550 Sq Ft
$315/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 03, 2021

Last sale price $425,000 $274 Per Sq Ft

Est. 15% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,073/month

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Attached Garage
  • Garden
  • Corner Lot
  • Patio
  • Property is Fully Fenced

About This Home

As of December 2021

This home has many features you will love! For starters, a garage that has plenty of room for cars and much more. Inside, 1,550 sq feet, 4 bedrooms, large living room, fresh paint and master with private half bath. Outside, a large side yard with extended paver patio on a private corner lot. Conveniently located close to I-5 and across the street from the brand new Birney Elementary school. Exterior painted and roof replaced three years ago. All appliances stay!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matthew Gerrish

Premier Real Estate Partners License #27973 Listed on: 10/12/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Ryan Jarman

Keller Williams Eastside License #130445

Keller Williams Eastside

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1852153

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,413

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Community Details

  • Fern Hill Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 703500-043-3

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,413

Year Built

Built in 1971

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: 1971
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Bath Off Master, Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, K
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 1.50
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1550
  • Total Square Footage: 1550

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: TPU
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Pierce County
  • Water Company: TPU
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Fern Hill

Schools

  • School District: TAC

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6875
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 703500-043-3
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Year: 2021
  • Tax Amount: 3837

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 12, 2021
Closed on
Nov 24, 2021
Sold by
Guerrero Roman P and Estate Of Paul V Guerrero
Bought by
Bowen Melissa and Bowen Joseph
Seller's Agent
Matthew Gerrish
Premier Real Estate Partners
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Jarman
Keller Williams Eastside
List Price
$419,950
Sold Price
$425,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,050
1.2%
Current Estimated Value
$489,783

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$64,783
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.80%
Original Mortgage
$8,500
Outstanding Balance
$7,848
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Estimated Equity
$479,761

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2010
Sold by
Davis Christal R
Bought by
Guerrero Paul

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$168,908
Interest Rate
4.43%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2000
Sold by
Butts Marvin L
Bought by
Davis Christal R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$109,125
Interest Rate
8.21%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 1994
Sold by
Grabarek Jaroslaw
Bought by
Butts Marvin L and Butts Lucy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,975
Interest Rate
8.53%
Mortgage Type
Assumption
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
Bowen Melissa $425,000 Ticor Title
Guerrero Paul $164,950 Old Republic Title Ltd
Davis Christal R $112,500 Rainier Title Company
Butts Marvin L -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bowen Melissa M $8,500
Open Bowen Melissa $412,250
Previous Owner Guerrero Paul $133,000
Previous Owner Guerrero Paul $168,908
Previous Owner Davis Christal R $23,811
Previous Owner Davis Christal R $109,125
Previous Owner Butts Marvin L $84,975
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/03/2021 12/03/21 Sold $425,000 +1.2% $274 / Sq Ft
10/30/2021 10/30/21 Pending -- -- --
10/12/2021 10/12/21 For Sale $419,950 -- $271 / 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 $4,413 $442,800 $206,900 $235,900
2024 $4,413 $432,200 $199,700 $232,500
2023 $4,413 $396,300 $187,300 $209,000
2022 $4,219 $438,200 $185,300 $252,900
2021 $3,837 $305,100 $107,700 $197,400
2019 $3,261 $278,400 $90,000 $188,400
2018 $3,560 $250,800 $75,000 $175,800
2017 $3,098 $225,300 $60,600 $164,700
2016 $2,717 $171,000 $45,400 $125,600
2014 $2,444 $156,200 $40,600 $115,600
2013 $2,444 $142,000 $38,200 $103,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Matthew Gerrish

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Matthew Gerrish

    Premier Real Estate Partners

    (253) 651-9439

    2 in this area

    166 Total Sales

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  • Ryan Jarman

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Ryan Jarman

    Keller Williams Eastside

    (253) 278-0983

    12 in this area

    189 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1852153

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 703500-0433

Washington Pierce County Tacoma 98408 South End

1402 S 78th St, Tacoma, WA

This home is located at 1402 S 78th St, Tacoma, WA 98408 since 12 October 2021 and is currently estimated at $488,353, approximately $315 per square foot. This property was built in 1971. 1402 S 78th St is a home located in Pierce County with nearby schools including Birney Elementary School, Baker Middle School, and Mount Tahoma High School.

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