Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HS WW, Bought with Berkshire Hathaway HS WW
$323,500
SOLD SEP 13, 2024

1533 Defense St Walla Walla, WA 99362

3 Beds
1 Bath
987 Sq Ft
5,719 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$328 Per Sq Ft

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Property is near public transit
  • No HOA
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of September 2024

Experience the perfect fusion of timeless elegance and modern ease in this enchanting cottage, meticulously updated to serve as an artist's sanctuary or cozy haven. Bathed in natural light, the living spaces exude warmth, complemented by charming details & a serene backyard oasis—ideal for both inspiration and relaxation. This home features gleaming hardwood floors, energy-efficient dual-pane windows, and a beautifully classic tile bathroom. With three luminous bedrooms, a versatile living area, and close proximity to vibrant downtown and renowned wineries, this home offers endless potential. The flex spaces in the garage & basement provide unique opportunities to personalize this captivating retreat. Schedule your private showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sam Galano

Berkshire Hathaway HS WW License #50352 Listed on: 08/08/2024

Berkshire Hathaway HS WW

Last Buyer's Agent

Jessica Valentine-Whiteside

Berkshire Hathaway HS WW License #139410

Berkshire Hathaway HS WW

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2275805

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,396

Year Built

  • Built in 1942 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 5,719 Sq Ft Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 987 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • French Doors
  • Stove
  • Partially Finished Basement

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Concrete
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Green Park Elementary School
  • Pioneer Mid Middle School
  • Walla Walla High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • High Speed Internet

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Walla Walla Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,396

Year Built

Built in 1942 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.5
  • Inclusions: Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Building Name: Greens Anex
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1314
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • NWM_ExcludedItemsYN: true
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2275805?w=Consumer&agent=30010
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 336

Interior Features

  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Appliances: Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, French Doors, Hardwood
  • Living Area: 987
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 987
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 327
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 1
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 1
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Remodeled
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: true

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: PartiallyFenced
  • Cooling: Central A/C, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • InternetConnected: Spectrum

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Walla Walla
  • High School: Walla Walla High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Pioneer Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 360721750818
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1313
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5719
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Deck,Fenced-Fully,Gas Available,High Speed Internet
  • MLSLotSizeSource: County
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: County
  • LotNumber: 1

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Rental Info

  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2396

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Green Park Elem

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2024
Closed on
Aug 12, 2024
Sold by
Nemeth Kimberly L
Bought by
Boyles Aaron and Riddle Rache Lynn
Seller's Agent
Sam Galano
Berkshire Hathaway HS WW
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Valentine-Whiteside
Berkshire Hathaway HS WW
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$323,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,500
-0.46%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$322,121

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,379
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.14%
Original Mortgage
$304,000
Outstanding Balance
$301,755
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$18,423

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 26, 2016
Closed on
Nov 23, 2016
Sold by
Garcia Richard O and Garcia Elena Ruth
Bought by
Nemeth Kimberly L
Buyer's Agent
Sam Galano
Berkshire Hathaway HS WW
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$137,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,400
-1.72%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.59%
Original Mortgage
$130,600
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 2006
Sold by
Connecticut Investment Company Inc
Bought by
Garcia Richard O

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,424
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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 $323,500 Titleone
Warranty Deed $137,500 Columbia Title Company
Warranty Deed $116,500 Land Title Of Walla Walla Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $304,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $20,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $138,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $130,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $116,424 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/13/2024 09/13/24 Sold $323,500 -0.5% $328 / Sq Ft
08/18/2024 08/18/24 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2024 08/08/24 For Sale $325,000 +136.4% $329 / Sq Ft
11/28/2016 11/28/16 Sold $137,500 -1.7% $105 / Sq Ft
10/18/2016 10/18/16 Pending -- -- --
08/26/2016 08/26/16 For Sale $139,900 -- $106 / 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
2024 $2,397 $260,140 $57,200 $202,940
2023 $2,397 $270,580 $35,750 $234,830
2022 $2,423 $270,580 $35,750 $234,830
2021 $1,831 $223,610 $35,750 $187,860
2020 $1,810 $153,170 $35,750 $117,420
2019 $1,490 $153,170 $35,750 $117,420
2018 $1,682 $137,850 $35,750 $102,100
2017 $1,346 $127,360 $22,900 $104,460
2016 $1,361 $109,950 $22,900 $87,050
2015 $1,332 $105,800 $22,900 $82,900
2014 -- $105,800 $22,900 $82,900
2013 -- $105,800 $22,900 $82,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2275805

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 360721750818