NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1619 S 226th Place Des Moines, WA 98198

Central Des Moines Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $687,000 - $814,156

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,620 Sq Ft
$453/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 30, 2019

Last sale price $467,500 $289 Per Sq Ft

Est. 57% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,682/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of a Sound
  • Deck
  • Attached Garage
  • RV Access or Parking
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Partially Fenced Property

About This Home

As of September 2019

Here's your chance to have a Sound view home for a great price! What a sweeping view to the Sound & Olympics! Tons of potential just waiting for your cosmetic touches. The lower level is plumbed for a full bath. Incredible amount of space with a slider and egress windows already in so ready for you to make it your own. Don't need the downstairs? Live on the upper level; even laundry is upstairs. Easy access to Des Moines waterfront, commute routes and schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Waloweek

Better Properties Kent LLC License #27598 Listed on: 08/22/2019

Better Properties Kent LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Kari Scott

John L Scott RE West Seattle License #24618

John L Scott RE West Seattle

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1509135

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,458

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned RS9600

Property Views

  • Views of a Sound
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Des Moines Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1622049046

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,458

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 14 - Split Entry
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Bath Off Master, Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Security System, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 2.00
  • Bathrooms: 1.75
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Upper
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Daylight, Unfinished
  • Kitchen: Upper
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1620
  • Square Footage Finished: 1620
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 870

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached, Off Street
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Central A/C, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Midway
  • Water Company: Highline
  • Water Heater: Basement-Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Des Moines

Schools

  • Elementary School: Des Moines Elem
  • Middle School: Pacific Mid
  • High School: Mount Rainier High
  • School District: HGL

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 12196
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Level
  • Parcel Number: 1622049046
  • Zoning Code: RS9600
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: County
  • Lot Topography: Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 6211

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 22, 2019
Closed on
Sep 25, 2019
Sold by
Mariner Thomas L and Mariner Laurene M
Bought by
Etchart Michelle Renee
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Waloweek
Better Properties Kent LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kari Scott
John L Scott RE West Seattle
List Price
$499,950
Sold Price
$467,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,450
-6.49%
Total Days on Market
8
Current Estimated Value
$733,789

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$266,289
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.90%
Original Mortgage
$374,000
Outstanding Balance
$333,259
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$425,016
Source: Public Records

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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
Etchart Michelle Renee $467,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Etchart Michelle Renee $374,000
Previous Owner Mariner Laurene M $100,000
Previous Owner Mariner Thomas L $57,684
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/30/2019 09/30/19 Sold $467,500 -6.5% $289 / Sq Ft
08/30/2019 08/30/19 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2019 08/22/19 For Sale $499,950 -- $309 / 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 $9,458 $801,000 $254,000 $547,000
2023 $8,921 $719,000 $229,000 $490,000
2022 $8,144 $780,000 $220,000 $560,000
2021 $7,538 $624,000 $180,000 $444,000
2020 $7,189 $546,000 $157,000 $389,000
2018 $6,553 $484,000 $155,000 $329,000
2017 $5,396 $437,000 $148,000 $289,000
2016 $4,844 $360,000 $135,000 $225,000
2015 $4,549 $328,000 $125,000 $203,000
2014 -- $305,000 $118,000 $187,000
2013 -- $237,000 $108,000 $129,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Elizabeth Waloweek

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Elizabeth Waloweek

    Better Properties Kent LLC

    (253) 217-6173

    1 in this area

    73 Total Sales

    Elizabeth Waloweek
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  • Kari Scott

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Kari Scott

    John L. Scott West Seattle

    (206) 799-8343

    153 Total Sales

    Kari Scott
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1509135

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 162204-9046

Washington King County Des Moines 98198 Central Des Moines

1619 S 226th Place, Des Moines, WA

This home is located at 1619 S 226th Place, Des Moines, WA 98198 since 22 August 2019 and is currently estimated at $733,789, approximately $452 per square foot. This property was built in 1979. 1619 S 226th Place is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Des Moines Elementary School, Pacific Middle School, and Mount Rainier High School.

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