$543,900
SOLD SEP 1, 2020
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,350 Sq Ft
0.31 Acres

Recently Sold

$403 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

64 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of June 2023

Highly Desirable Rambler w/Million Dollar Sound & Mountain Views. Enjoy Panoramic & Unobstructed Views from Seattle to Tacoma from this Large & Beautiful Professionally Landscaped yard. Large lot (over 1/4 acre) provides endless possibilities to utilize the Puget Sound views. House features 3 beds/1.75 baths. Several upgrades including: port package (noise reduction), sprinklers, patio, plumbing, +more! A must see that is priced to sell..too good to miss! Own in time to enjoy the summer views!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Travis Weiler

VW Home Group License #107978 Listed on: 05/22/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Kim Giles

Best Choice Realty LLC License #74705

Best Choice Realty LLC

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1603285

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,551

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • Open Space
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Brush Vegetation
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden

Property Views

  • Views of a Sound
  • Mountain Views

Home Design

  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Poured Concrete
  • Wood Siding

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Detached Carport Space
  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Additional Features

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Des Moines Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 8642600135

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,551

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

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

Interior Features

  • Features: Bath Off Master, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Family Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1350
  • Square Footage Finished: 1350

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Flat
  • View: Mountain, Sound

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Midway
  • Water Company: Highline
  • Water Heater: Utility-Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Des Moines
  • Project: Thunderbird Estate

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 11
  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Open Space, Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13350
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Brush, Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope
  • Parcel Number: 8642600135
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Brush, Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 5123

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2023
Closed on
Jun 23, 2023
Sold by
Lasky Nolan David and Lasky Babak
Bought by
Sime Eric and Dalton Melissa
Seller's Agent
Kim Giles
Best Choice Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Taylor
Real Broker LLC
List Price
$767,000
Sold Price
$780,000
Premium/Discount to List
$13,000
1.69%
Views
8
Current Estimated Value
$735,589

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$44,411
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.86%
Original Mortgage
$718,000
Outstanding Balance
$703,308
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$33,412

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2020
Closed on
Aug 19, 2020
Sold by
Stephenson William Robert and Ballard Lois Anne
Bought by
Ballard Lois Anne
Seller's Agent
Travis Weiler
VW Home Group
Buyer's Agent
Kim Giles
Best Choice Realty LLC
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$543,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,100
-0.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.59%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 2, 2006
Sold by
Brougher Jacqueline G
Bought by
First Baptist Church Of Des Moines Wa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$213,600
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2006
Sold by
First Baptist Church Of Des Moines Washi
Bought by
Ballard Lois Anne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$213,600
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 1994
Sold by
Brougher Jacqueline G
Bought by
Baptist Church Of Des Moines Washington

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,990
Interest Rate
12%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 1994
Sold by
Brougher Frank R and Brougher Jacqueline
Bought by
Brougher Jacqueline G
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $780,000 Wfg National Title Company Of
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Cti
Warranty Deed $543,000 Cti
Warranty Deed -- Pacific Nw Tit
Warranty Deed $267,000 Pacific Nw Tit
Contract Of Sale $145,000 Pacific Nw Tit
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $718,000 Construction
Previous Owner $298,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $308,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $50,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $40,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $213,600 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $144,990 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2023 06/30/23 Sold $780,000 +1.7% $578 / Sq Ft
06/12/2023 06/12/23 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2023 06/12/23 For Sale $767,000 +41.0% $568 / Sq Ft
09/01/2020 09/01/20 Sold $543,900 -0.9% $403 / Sq Ft
07/25/2020 07/25/20 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2020 06/19/20 For Sale $549,000 0.0% $407 / Sq Ft
05/24/2020 05/24/20 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2020 05/22/20 For Sale $549,000 -- $407 / 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 $7,551 $636,000 $254,000 $382,000
2023 $7,186 $571,000 $229,000 $342,000
2022 $6,559 $620,000 $220,000 $400,000
2021 $6,073 $496,000 $180,000 $316,000
2020 $5,802 $434,000 $157,000 $277,000
2018 $5,399 $394,000 $177,000 $217,000
2017 $4,449 $356,000 $169,000 $187,000
2016 $3,998 $293,000 $154,000 $139,000
2015 $3,760 $267,000 $143,000 $124,000
2014 -- $249,000 $135,000 $114,000
2013 -- $194,000 $123,000 $71,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1603285

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 864260-0135