Listed by Real Broker LLC, Bought with John L. Scott, Inc.
$240,000
SOLD AUG 15, 2025

1506 N Defiance St Unit R205 Tacoma, WA 98406

North Tacoma Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
605 Sq Ft
$275/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$397 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Territorial View
  • Sport Court
  • Clubhouse
  • Community Pool
  • Balcony

About This Home

As of August 2025

Beautifully updated top floor condo in the heart of North Tacoma! Featuring new paint, flooring, updated bathroom and kitchen with quartz counters and new cabinets--this unit is move in ready. Enjoy a private balcony, private storage and bright open living. Community offers pool, hot tub, gym, clubhouse & more. Prime location near Point Defiance, golfing, waterfront, Proctor, restaurants, shopping and easy freeway access. Low HOA dues, reserved parking spot, no rental cap, and small pets allowed! Dues cover water, sewer & garbage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ruthy Taylor

Real Broker LLC License #23008006 Listed on: 06/12/2025

Real Broker LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Baric

John L. Scott, Inc. License #24015509

John L. Scott, Inc.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2388911

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,290

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

HOA Fees

  • $275 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 605 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Territorial Views

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Schools

  • Skyline Elementary School
  • Truman Middle School
  • Silas High School

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • Baseboard Heating

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, sewer, trash, water
  • 190 Units
  • Darcy Hunter Association
  • Secondary HOA Phone (253) 752-3573
  • The Highlands Condos
  • Highlands Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Game Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Sport Court
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pet Restriction
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,290

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$275 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • StyleCode: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Building Name: The Highlands
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 605
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • DwellingType: Attached
  • NumberOfAccessStairs: 1
  • UnitFeatures: Balcony/Deck/Patio
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2388911?w=Consumer&agent=104664
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
  • 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: 2
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial
  • Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • ViewFrom: Unit

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Y N: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Uncovered
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1
  • ParkingSpaceNumbers: 96

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: TPU

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Athletic Court, Club House, Exercise Room, Fire Sprinklers, Game/Rec Rm, Laundry Room, Playground, Pool
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 275
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Phone: 253-752-3573
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Subject to Restrictions
  • AssociationContactName: Darcy Hunter
  • CommonPropertyFeatures: Athletic Court,Clubhouse,Exercise Room,Fire Sprinklers,Game/Rec Rm,Laundry Room,Playground,Pool-Outdoor

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Sewer, Trash, Water

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Tacoma
  • High School: Silas High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Truman

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4486010650
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2178
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Tax Records
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Tax Records

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric

Rental Info

  • RentalCap: No Rental Cap

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2290

Multi Family

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

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Skyline

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2025
Closed on
Aug 14, 2025
Sold by
Jacqueline V Gibbons 1997 Revocable Trus and Gibbons Jacqueline V
Bought by
Romo Juan
Seller's Agent
Ruthy Taylor
Real Broker LLC
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Baric
John L. Scott, Inc.
List Price
$240,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Views
22

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-15.77%
Original Mortgage
$15,000
Outstanding Balance
$15,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$220,917

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2020
Sold by
Gibbons Jacqueline V and Gibbons Robert B
Bought by
Gibbons Jacqueline V and Gibbons Jacqueline V

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 25, 2020
Sold by
Gibbons Jacqueline V and Estate Of Robert B Gibbons
Bought by
Gibbons Jacqueline V and Gibbons Robert B
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $240,000 Stewart Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $15,000 FHA
Open $235,653 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Sold $240,000 0.0% $397 / Sq Ft
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2025 06/12/25 For Sale $240,000 -- $397 / 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 $2,342 $209,900 $30,400 $179,500
2024 $2,342 $209,800 $27,700 $182,100
2023 $2,342 $209,800 $27,700 $182,100
2022 $1,434 $209,800 $27,700 $182,100
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

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ruthy Taylor

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Ruthy Taylor

    Real Broker LLC

    (206) 718-3933

    14 in this area

    131 Total Sales

    Ruthy Taylor
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  • Sarah Baric

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Sarah Baric

    John L Scott

    (360) 779-7555

    1 in this area

    8 Total Sales

    Sarah Baric
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2388911

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 448601-0650

Washington Pierce County Tacoma 98406 North Tacoma

1506 N Defiance St Unit R205, Tacoma, WA

This home is located at 1506 N Defiance St Unit R205, Tacoma, WA 98406 and is currently priced at $240,000, approximately $396 per square foot. This property was built in 1977. 1506 N Defiance St Unit R205 is a home located in Pierce County with nearby schools including Skyline Elementary School, Truman Middle School, and Dr. Dolores Silas High School.

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