Listed by Redfin, Bought with Pointe3 Real Estate
$249,000
SOLD FEB 12, 2025

1506 N Defiance St Unit R101 Tacoma, WA 98406

North Tacoma Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
605 Sq Ft
$274/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$412 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Property is near public transit
  • Ground Level Unit
  • Clubhouse
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Community Pool

About This Home

As of February 2025

This sweet move-in ready condo is a ground-level, corner unit w/ a beautifully expansive green lawn that’s perfectly maintained. It’s been completely updated w/new flooring, fresh trim, fresh paint, a new slider, & bathroom-truly turn-key! The 1-bedroom 1-bath layout is all on ONE LEVEL, offering a large living room, dining/nook, stackable laundry, private patio, & outdoor storage. Enjoy fantastic clubhouse w/ lounge, gym, & pool. Located in quiet & desirable North Tacoma, this condo is close to Pt Defiance, the waterfront, & all the vibrant offerings of this charming city. With low monthly HOA dues, 2 parking spots (one reserved), & no rental cap, this is an ideal low-maintenance lifestyle or investment. Small dogs & cats are even welcome!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Abbie Andersen

Redfin License #134797 Listed on: 11/22/2024

Redfin

Last Buyer's Agent

Tony Binion

Pointe3 Real Estate License #128757

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2311455

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,238

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • East Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $274 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 605 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vinyl Plank Flooring

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Open 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, lawn service, sewer, water
  • 190 Units
  • Nicole Eby Association
  • Highlands Condos
  • Highlands Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Sport Court
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,238

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$274 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • StyleCode: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Building Name: Highlands
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 605
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • DwellingType: Attached
  • NumberOfAccessStairs: 3
  • RemodeledUpdated: true
  • UnitFeatures: Ground Floor
  • DetachedDwellingSqFtFinished: 0
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2311455?w=Consumer&agent=119482
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric, Washer, Water Heater
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Stories: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 0
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • FloorNumberOfUnit: 1
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • StorageLocation: Patio
  • WindowCoverings: Yes
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 1
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • BusLineNearby: true

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Y N: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Uncovered
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1
  • ParkingSpaceNumbers: 99

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
  • PowerCompany: TPU
  • SewerCompany: TPU
  • WaterCompany: TPU
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Kitchen
  • WaterHeaterType: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Athletic Court, Club House, Exercise Room, Hot Tub, Laundry Room, Pool
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 274
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Subj to Restrictions
  • AssociationContactName: Nicole Eby
  • CoOp: false
  • CommonPropertyFeatures: Athletic Court,Clubhouse,Exercise Room,Hot Tub,Laundry Room,Pool-Outdoor

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Garbage, Lawn Service, Sewer, Water

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4486010530
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Realist - Buyer to verify
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Realist - Buyer to verify

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2238

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 190
  • EnergySource: Electric
  • UnitsInBuildingTotal: 8

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 22, 2024
Closed on
Feb 10, 2025
Sold by
Sommerville David
Bought by
Nzimande Lulama A
Seller's Agent
Abbie Andersen
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Tony Binion
Pointe3 Real Estate
List Price
$249,000
Sold Price
$249,000
Views
70
Current Estimated Value
$243,817

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,183
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.18%
Original Mortgage
$15,000
Outstanding Balance
$11,727
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$232,090

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2024
Sold by
Sommerville Gregory and Sommerville Frances
Bought by
Sommerville David

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 26, 2013
Sold by
Sommerville Greg and Sommerville Fran
Bought by
Gfs Llc

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 9, 2012
Closed on
Mar 13, 2013
Sold by
Elliott Gene
Bought by
Sommerville Greg and Sommerville Fran
Seller's Agent
Chas Alberts
Realty One Group Turn Key
Buyer's Agent
Douglas Carder
Aqua
List Price
$45,000
Sold Price
$45,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.38%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 9, 2012
Closed on
Jan 28, 2013
Sold by
Iris F Elliott Estate
Bought by
Elliott Trust
Seller's Agent
Chas Alberts
Realty One Group Turn Key
Buyer's Agent
Douglas Carder
Aqua
List Price
$45,000
Sold Price
$45,000

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 4, 2006
Sold by
Rhatigan Holly J
Bought by
Elliott Iris

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 1998
Sold by
Herley Lillian S
Bought by
Rhatigan Holly J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$31,200
Interest Rate
10.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 $249,000 Aegis Land Title
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $45,000 Wfg National Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $80,000 Transnation Title
Warranty Deed $45,372 Rainier Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $15,000 FHA
Open $236,550 New Conventional
Previous Owner $72,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $31,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/12/2025 02/12/25 Sold $249,000 0.0% $412 / Sq Ft
01/22/2025 01/22/25 Pending -- -- --
01/14/2025 01/14/25 For Sale $249,000 0.0% $412 / Sq Ft
12/08/2024 12/08/24 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2024 12/01/24 Price Changed $249,000 -6.0% $412 / Sq Ft
11/22/2024 11/22/24 For Sale $265,000 +488.9% $438 / Sq Ft
03/14/2013 03/14/13 Sold $45,000 0.0% $74 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/28/2013 02/28/13 Pending -- -- --
11/09/2012 11/09/12 For Sale $45,000 -- $74 / 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 $2,238 $200,500 $29,100 $171,400
2024 $2,238 $200,400 $26,400 $174,000
2023 $2,238 $200,400 $26,400 $174,000
2022 $1,434 $200,400 $26,400 $174,000
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: 2311455

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 448601-0530