Listed by Better Properties UP/Fircrest, Bought with Kelly Right RE of Seattle LLC
$574,950
SOLD AUG 30, 2024

1521 S Highland Ave Tacoma, WA 98465

West End Neighborhood
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,725 Sq Ft
9,960 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$333 Per Sq Ft

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • Property is near public transit
  • No HOA
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Walk-In Pantry

About This Home

As of August 2024

Home sits on a park like setting,in quiet neighborhood,1700+ sf daylight rambler.Upstairs let the light in with plantation blinds.Stay cool w/A/C in bright living,dining,and kitchen area w/amenities such as porcelain tile,granite countertops,hardwood floors and cabinets!3 bdrms, 1 bath upstairs.Downstairs family room converted to Master Suite with 2nd bath and soaking tub.MS would easily convert back to family room for recreational use.Downstairs has laundry,2 car garage,and separate entrance w/large fenced backyard and alley access.Plenty of room for pets,gardening,entertainment,toys,ADU!Rare gem in desirable West Tacoma!Close to parks,schools, frwys.,waterfront!You could not be more central to what the South Puget Sound offers!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barb Zimmerman

Better Properties UP/Fircrest License #5309 Listed on: 07/11/2024

Better Properties UP/Fircrest

Last Buyer's Agent

Katie England

Kelly Right RE of Seattle LLC License #102079

Kelly Right RE of Seattle LLC

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2260215

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,951

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 9,960 Sq Ft Lot
  • Open Space
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Terraced Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,725 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Tacoma Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,951

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.5
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1725
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2260215?w=Consumer&agent=24193
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 354

Interior Features

  • Basement: Daylight, Finished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Tile, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Hardwood, Laminate, Security System, Sprinkler System, Walk-In Pantry
  • Living Area: 1725
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • BathsFullMain: 2
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1725
  • 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
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Alley, Open Space, Paved
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: true

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, RV Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: FullyFenced, SecuritySystem
  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: TPU
  • SewerCompany: TPU
  • WaterCompany: TPU
  • CableConnected: Xfinity
  • InternetConnected: Xfinity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Tacoma

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 44750000890
  • Topography: Terraces
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2286
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9960
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking,Sprinkler System
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Public record
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Public Record

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Natural Gas

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4951.46

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Natural Gas

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 11, 2024
Closed on
Aug 27, 2024
Sold by
Robillard Jennifer L and Magel Jennifer Lynn
Bought by
Sa Jaya
Seller's Agent
Barb Zimmerman
Better Properties UP/Fircrest
Buyer's Agent
Katie England
Kelly Right RE of Seattle LLC
List Price
$574,990
Sold Price
$574,950
Premium/Discount to List
-$40
-0.007%
Views
27
Current Estimated Value
$558,659

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$16,291
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.70%
Original Mortgage
$546,240
Outstanding Balance
$541,435
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$18,598

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2010
Sold by
Viray Ruben M
Bought by
Robillard Jennifer L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$211,105
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2004
Sold by
Devine Chris
Bought by
Viray Ruben M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 1997
Sold by
Griffith Glenda
Bought by
Devine Chris and Devine Sara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$114,300
Interest Rate
6.25%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $574,990 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $215,000 Attorneys Title Of Washingto
Warranty Deed $220,000 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $147,751 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $546,240 New Conventional
Previous Owner $242,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $249,796 FHA
Previous Owner $211,105 FHA
Previous Owner $7,928 Unknown
Previous Owner $248,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $176,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $114,300 No Value Available
Closed $44,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/30/2024 08/30/24 Sold $574,950 0.0% $333 / Sq Ft
08/03/2024 08/03/24 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2024 07/11/24 For Sale $574,990 -- $333 / 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 $4,963 $543,400 $259,000 $284,400
2024 $4,963 $481,000 $254,600 $226,400
2023 $4,963 $445,800 $243,100 $202,700
2022 $4,805 $462,100 $247,300 $214,800
2021 $4,333 $344,700 $171,300 $173,400
2019 $3,672 $313,900 $145,100 $168,800
2018 $4,184 $282,500 $126,700 $155,800
2017 $3,670 $264,900 $108,600 $156,300
2016 $3,180 $197,200 $72,400 $124,800
2014 $3,036 $182,900 $68,800 $114,100
2013 $3,036 $169,200 $66,600 $102,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2260215

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 447500-0890