NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1615 S 257th Place Des Moines, WA 98198

Woodmont Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $640,000 - $771,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,490 Sq Ft
$281/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 14, 2014

Last sale price $349,950 $141 Per Sq Ft

Est. 100% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,465/month

33 Days on Market

About This Home

As of March 2014

PRICE REDUCTION! Savor Sound and mountain views from all bedrooms and living room in this fully renovated Des Moines property! A great location, with room to spread out in the Master Suite with a large walk-in closet, double vanity, and granite shower. New kitchen for the cooking enthusiasts boasts granite counter-tops, tile back-splash, and new stainless appliances. Other features include upgraded baths, finished basement, fresh paint and hardwood floors throughout. Includes RV/Boat parking.

Last Listed By

Bryan Cooke

Redfin License #112241 Listed on: 01/08/2014

Redfin

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM579625

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,523

Year Built

1962

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Condition: Remodeled
  • Sq Ft Finished: 2490
  • Form 17: Provided
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1962

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Fully Finished
  • Features: Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, French Doors, Walk-in Closet
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Water Heater Location: Lower Floor Utility Closet-Gas

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete, Slab
  • Lot Details: Cul-de-sac, Paved Street
  • Roof: Composition
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Full Fence, Natural Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
  • View: Mountain, Sound, Territorial
  • Lot Topography: Partial Slope

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Heating and Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Sewer Company: Midway
  • Water Company: Highline
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: FED
  • Elementary School: Woodmont Elem
  • Middle School: Sacajawea Jnr High
  • High School: Federal Way Snr High

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 8, 2014
Closed on
Mar 10, 2014
Sold by
Cooke Bryan
Bought by
Julian Brian J and Swanson Angela N
Seller's Agent
Bryan Cooke
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Caren Gibson
Berkshire Hathaway HS NW
List Price
$359,950
Sold Price
$349,950
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.78%
Total Days on Market
33
Current Estimated Value
$700,563

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$350,613
Original Mortgage
$329,950
Outstanding Balance
$258,274
Interest Rate
4.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 8, 2014
Closed on
Mar 4, 2014
Sold by
Cooke Christy Lynn Buenviaje and Cooke Bryan
Bought by
Cooke Bryan
Seller's Agent
Bryan Cooke
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Caren Gibson
Berkshire Hathaway HS NW
List Price
$359,950
Sold Price
$349,950
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.78%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$329,950
Outstanding Balance
$258,274
Interest Rate
4.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 2013
Sold by
Goldman Kenny D and Goldman Susan M
Bought by
Cooke Bryan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,329
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2013
Sold by
Eastside Funding Llc
Bought by
Cooke Bryan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,329
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 1995
Sold by
Schuchman Douglas M and Biller Francine J
Bought by
Goldman Kenny D and Goldman Susan M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,478
Interest Rate
7.92%
Mortgage Type
Assumption

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 1992
Sold by
Schuchman Betty Y-Executrix
Bought by
Schuchman Betty J

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
Julian Brian J $349,950 First American
Cooke Bryan -- First American
Cooke Bryan $196,300 None Available
Cooke Bryan -- None Available
Goldman Kenny D $128,900 Stewart Title
Schuchman Betty J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Julian Brian J $329,950
Previous Owner Cooke Bryan $151,329
Previous Owner Goldman Kenny D $256,410
Previous Owner Goldman Kenny D $246,000
Previous Owner Goldman Kenny D $205,773
Previous Owner Goldman Kenny D $131,478
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/14/2014 03/14/14 Sold $349,950 0.0% $141 / Sq Ft
02/11/2014 02/11/14 Pending -- -- --
01/29/2014 01/29/14 Price Changed $349,950 -2.8% $141 / Sq Ft
01/08/2014 01/08/14 For Sale $359,950 -- $145 / 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 $6,523 $606,000 $177,000 $429,000
2023 $6,344 $544,000 $160,000 $384,000
2022 $5,700 $591,000 $154,000 $437,000
2021 $5,325 $473,000 $126,000 $347,000
2020 $5,107 $414,000 $110,000 $304,000
2018 $6,086 $444,000 $120,000 $324,000
2017 $5,066 $401,000 $115,000 $286,000
2016 $4,854 $330,000 $105,000 $225,000
2015 $4,405 $301,000 $98,000 $203,000
2014 -- $280,000 $93,000 $187,000
2013 -- $218,000 $85,000 $133,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Bryan Cooke

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Bryan Cooke

    Redfin

    (425) 681-7873

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  • Caren Gibson

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Caren Gibson

    Berkshire Hathaway HS NW

    (206) 683-3514

    4 Total Sales

    Caren Gibson
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM579625

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 093430-0040

Washington King County Des Moines 98198 Woodmont

1615 S 257th Place, Des Moines, WA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, WA

This home is located at 1615 S 257th Place, Des Moines, WA 98198 since 08 January 2014 and is currently estimated at $700,563, approximately $281 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 1615 S 257th Place is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Woodmont Elementary School, Sacajawea Middle School, and Federal Way High School.

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