Listed by Better Properties UP/Fircrest, Bought with Engel & Voelkers North Tacoma
$120,000
SOLD DEC 15, 2017

1505 N Defiance St Unit Q105 Tacoma, WA 98406

North Tacoma Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
605 Sq Ft
2,614 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$198 Per Sq Ft

9% Above List Price

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Siding
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Territorial View

About This Home

As of June 2025

After a long hiatus, FHA financing is back at The Highlands! Great news for owners here as the pool of buyers grows larger! Don't miss out on this cheerful, clean, and freshly painted main floor unit! Dining room off kitchen! Living room features sliding glass door to enclosed patio! Enjoy maintenance-free living near parks, shopping, and freeways! Condo amenities include association-sponsored activities, swimming pool, tennis court, and cabana room for your larger gatherings. Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dan Engell

Better Properties UP/Fircrest License #9794 Listed on: 11/16/2017

Better Properties UP/Fircrest

Last Buyer's Agent

Kali Akana

Engel & Voelkers North Tacoma License #21013077

Engel & Voelkers North Tacoma

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1219442

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,309

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • Street terminates at a dead end

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Territorial Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Parking

  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4486020370

Community Details

Overview

  • 16 Units
  • Highlands Community

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
  • Pet Restriction

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,309

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Style: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Architecture: Contemporary
  • Entrance Level: Lower
  • Unit Floor Number: 1
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Remodeled: Y
  • Remodeled Updated: Y
  • Appliance Hookups: Cooking-Electric
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 1.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Storage: Patio Closet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 605

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Numberof Assigned Spaces: 1
  • Parking Type: Off Street, Uncovered
  • Parking Space Number: 187

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Baseboard
  • Water Heater: Kitchen Closet-Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Numberof Units in Building: 16
  • HOA Fees: 207
  • Community Name: Highlands
  • Project: Highlands Phase II
  • Cats And Dogs: Subj To Restrictions
  • Manager Contact Information: Barbara Hagans (253) 752-3573
  • Common Property Features: Club House, Exercise Room, High Speed Int Avail
  • Home Owner Dues Included: Garbage, Water/Sewer, Common Area Maintenance
  • Unit Features: Balcony/Deck/Patio, Ground Floor, Insulated Windows

Schools

  • School District: TAC

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Curbs, Dead End Street, Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2613
  • Parcel Number: 4486020370

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 823

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2025
Closed on
Jun 27, 2025
Sold by
Sayavong-Hanson Jenney
Bought by
Ward Olivia
Seller's Agent
Pamela Davison
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Brittney Shafer
Gateway Real Estate
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Views
42

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-41.00%
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Outstanding Balance
$60,000
Interest Rate
6.81%
Estimated Equity
$180,935

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 13, 2021
Closed on
Jun 21, 2021
Sold by
Cail Judith
Bought by
Sayavong Hanson Jenney
Seller's Agent
Nykole Larson
Keller Williams Realty PS
Buyer's Agent
Dawn Smith
Home Team DuPont, LLC
List Price
$199,000
Sold Price
$210,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
5.53%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.43%
Original Mortgage
$199,500
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 16, 2017
Closed on
Dec 14, 2017
Sold by
Mcgee Cameron C
Bought by
Cail Judith
Seller's Agent
Dan Engell
Better Properties UP/Fircrest
Buyer's Agent
Kali Akana
Engel & Voelkers North Tacoma
List Price
$110,000
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
9.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.23%
Original Mortgage
$117,826
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2006
Sold by
Fenlason Clifford J and Fenlason Judith T
Bought by
Mcgee Cameron C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
8.12%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 2003
Sold by
Tuell Dolores E
Bought by
Tuell Dolores E and Dolores E Tuell Spousal Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 7, 2003
Sold by
Tuell Dolores E
Bought by
Fenlason Clifford J and Fenlason Judith T
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $250,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $210,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $119,719 Wfg National Title
Warranty Deed $100,000 Lawyers Title Agency Of Sout
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fat
Warranty Deed $57,000 Fat
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $60,000 No Value Available
Open $142,450 FHA
Previous Owner $199,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $117,826 FHA
Previous Owner $103,700 New Conventional
Previous Owner $106,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $80,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $20,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $250,000 0.0% $413 / Sq Ft
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $250,000 +19.0% $413 / Sq Ft
06/22/2021 06/22/21 Sold $210,000 +5.5% $347 / Sq Ft
05/18/2021 05/18/21 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2021 05/13/21 For Sale $199,000 +65.8% $329 / Sq Ft
12/15/2017 12/15/17 Sold $120,000 +9.1% $198 / Sq Ft
11/18/2017 11/18/17 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2017 11/16/17 For Sale $110,000 -- $182 / 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 $2,309 $206,800 $30,000 $176,800
2024 $2,309 $206,800 $27,300 $179,500
2023 $2,309 $206,800 $27,300 $179,500
2022 $1,434 $206,800 $27,300 $179,500
2021 $1,428 $113,000 $18,200 $94,800
2019 $1,029 $98,200 $16,500 $81,700
2018 $926 $78,600 $13,800 $64,800
2017 $823 $58,200 $11,500 $46,700
2016 $862 $51,700 $14,000 $37,700
2014 $892 $49,300 $14,000 $35,300
2013 $892 $45,800 $14,000 $31,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1219442

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 448602-0370