Listed by Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay, Bought with Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1540 Ventura Dr Tacoma, WA 98465

West End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $788,000 - $1,008,564

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,285 Sq Ft
$705/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 21, 2017

Last sale price $500,000 $389 Per Sq Ft

Est. 81% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,691/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of a Sound
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of July 2017

OUTSTANDING VIEWS of Olympic Mountains, Fox and McNeil Islands and the Narrows Bridges. Large corner 13,123 lot offers room for outdoor living or might this be the site for the new build of your dreams? Solid MID CENTURY home with great room to enjoy with fireplace wrapped with stone and seating hearth. Large kitchen with nook opens to new deck. 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. Beautiful WEST FACING exposure offers SPECTACULAR SUNSETS. This is a RARE OPPORTUNITY to have this view at this price point.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael McNiel

Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay License #23756 Listed on: 05/09/2017

Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay

Co-Listed By

Lisa Carlson

Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay License #18647

Last Buyer's Agent

Cindy Stewart

Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay License #27518

Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1121110

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,520

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Property Views

  • Views of a Sound
  • Bay
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Deck

Community Details

  • Tacoma Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 6235300350

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,520

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Dining Room
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1285
  • Square Footage Finished: 1285

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete, Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, Mountain, Sound, Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 1

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: TPU
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: TPU
  • Water Company: TPU
  • Water Heater: Garage-gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Tacoma

Schools

  • School District: TAC

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13123
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space, Level, Sloped
  • Parcel Number: 6235300350
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level, Sloped

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 5009

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 9, 2017
Closed on
Jul 20, 2017
Sold by
Hardtke Herman W and Hardtke Joanne G
Bought by
Fontana John F and Fontana Elizabeth L
Seller's Agent
Michael McNiel
Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay
Buyer's Agent
Cindy Stewart
Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay
List Price
$445,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
12.36%
Current Estimated Value
$905,891

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$405,891
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.84%
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2001
Sold by
Hemmerling Christine
Bought by
Hartke Herman W and Hardtke Joanne G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
7.06%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Fontana John F $499,719 Attorneys Title
Hartke Herman W $180,356 Commonwealth Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Fontana John F $513,000
Closed Fontana John F $519,000
Closed Fontana John F $450,000
Previous Owner Hardtke Herman W $50,000
Previous Owner Hardtke Herman W $320,000
Previous Owner Hardtke Herman W $67,000
Previous Owner Hartke Herman W $90,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/21/2017 07/21/17 Sold $500,000 +12.4% $389 / Sq Ft
05/23/2017 05/23/17 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2017 05/22/17 For Sale $445,000 0.0% $346 / Sq Ft
05/16/2017 05/16/17 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2017 05/09/17 For Sale $445,000 -- $346 / 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 $9,520 $984,700 $499,600 $485,100
2024 $9,520 $927,300 $484,500 $442,800
2023 $9,520 $856,100 $461,300 $394,800
2022 $8,668 $917,900 $478,100 $439,800
2021 $7,300 $581,400 $310,700 $270,700
2019 $4,352 $537,700 $277,300 $260,400
2018 $5,523 $334,900 $239,100 $95,800
2017 $5,009 $349,800 $219,400 $130,400
2016 $4,405 $277,600 $165,500 $112,100
2014 $4,055 $253,500 $153,700 $99,800
2013 $4,055 $231,600 $137,900 $93,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael McNiel

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Michael McNiel

    Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay

    (253) 279-0072

    3 in this area

    98 Total Sales

    Michael McNiel
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  • Lisa Carlson

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Lisa Carlson

    Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay

    (425) 750-3509

    88 Total Sales

    Lisa Carlson
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  • Cindy Stewart

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Cindy Stewart

    Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay

    (253) 370-3473

    3 in this area

    99 Total Sales

    Cindy Stewart
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1121110

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 623530-0350

Washington Pierce County Tacoma 98465 West End

1540 Ventura Dr, Tacoma, WA

This home is located at 1540 Ventura Dr, Tacoma, WA 98465 since 09 May 2017 and is currently estimated at $905,891, approximately $704 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 1540 Ventura Dr is a home located in Pierce County with nearby schools including Geiger Montessori School, Truman Middle School, and Foss High School.

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