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Seller's Agent in 2025
Danielle Bidwell
Coldwell Banker Danforth
Listed by Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc, Bought with GCH Puget Sound, Inc.
238 S 197th St Des Moines, WA 98148
North Hill Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,320
Sq Ft
10,019
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Detached Garage
- Garden
- 1 Fireplace
- Patio
- Partially Fenced Property
About This Home
As of June 2025Welcome home to your beautiful brick rambler nestled in the heart of the desirable North Hill neighborhood. The spacious and private back yard in full blossom is the defining feature of this property with a peaceful patio and vine-covered trellis. Pride of ownership is evident in its upkeep. Recent updates include newly refinished hardwood floors & fresh paint throughout. Nice detached garage too. A great home in a great location with North Hill Elem. & Normandy Park Towne Ctr just blocks away.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc License #17346 Listed on: 05/07/2015
Co-Listed By
Matthew Hanses
Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: NWM782578
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,106
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- Partially Fenced Property
- Level Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned RS7200
Parking
- Detached Garage
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Poured Concrete
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1 Fireplace
- Oven or Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Vinyl
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Community Details
- North Hill Community
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 6121800030
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 30, 2025
Closed on
May 30, 2025
Sold by
Pon Walter B
Bought by
Harding Raymond and Harding Kristin
Seller's Agent
Danielle Bidwell
Coldwell Banker Danforth
Buyer's Agent
Emily Sinsheimer
Designed Realty
List Price
$599,990
Sold Price
$585,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,990
-2.5%
Views
27
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-27.76%
Original Mortgage
$574,404
Outstanding Balance
$574,404
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$19,058
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 7, 2015
Closed on
Jun 27, 2015
Sold by
Dickson Anthony
Bought by
Pon Walter B
Seller's Agent
Mark Hanses
Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc
Buyer's Agent
Traci Schiffner
GCH Puget Sound, Inc.
List Price
$239,950
Sold Price
$286,500
Premium/Discount to List
$46,550
19.4%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.45%
Original Mortgage
$229,200
Interest Rate
3.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 2014
Sold by
Dickson Janice Rose
Bought by
Dickson Anthony
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 29, 2003
Sold by
Mallery James R
Bought by
Dickson Janice R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$30,000
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $585,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $286,500 | First American | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $173,500 | Washington Tit |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $574,404 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $229,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $30,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2025 06/05/25 | Sold | $585,000 | 0.0% | $443 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/03/2025 05/03/25 | Price Changed | $585,000 | -2.5% | $443 / Sq Ft |
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | For Sale | $599,990 | +109.4% | $455 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2015 06/29/15 | Sold | $286,500 | 0.0% | $217 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2015 06/17/15 | Off Market | $286,500 | -- | -- |
| 05/11/2015 05/11/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2015 05/07/15 | For Sale | $239,950 | -- | $182 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $6,106 | $516,000 | $239,000 | $277,000 |
| 2023 | $5,704 | $469,000 | $236,000 | $233,000 |
| 2022 | $5,467 | $496,000 | $236,000 | $260,000 |
| 2021 | $5,116 | $418,000 | $199,000 | $219,000 |
| 2020 | $4,779 | $370,000 | $176,000 | $194,000 |
| 2018 | $4,487 | $329,000 | $158,000 | $171,000 |
| 2017 | $3,957 | $299,000 | $138,000 | $161,000 |
| 2016 | $3,463 | $265,000 | $124,000 | $141,000 |
| 2015 | $3,065 | $235,000 | $113,000 | $122,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $205,000 | $100,000 | $105,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $199,000 | $115,000 | $84,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Emily Sinsheimer
Designed Realty
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Seller's Agent in 2015
Mark Hanses
Windermere Corporate
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Matthew Hanses
Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc
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Buyer's Agent in 2015
Traci Schiffner
GCH Puget Sound, Inc.
Map
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: NWM782578
APN: 612180-0030
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