NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3139 Tahoma Place W University Place, WA 98466

Estimated Value: $775,000 - $932,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
2,125 Sq Ft
$401/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 23, 2021

Last sale price $725,000 $341 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,513/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of a Sound
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • University Place Primary School Rated A
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of July 2021

Classic mid-century home with fantastic Puget Sound views, located on the West Slope of University Place. Enjoy the views on the main level from the living/dining area, bedroom, and deck. Plenty of original charm - hardwood floors, mahogany wood doors and trim, marble surround gas fireplace on the main floor, brick gas fireplace in lower family room space, and outdoor brick planters. Beautifully remodeled bathrooms and updated kitchen. Add a third bedroom or office space in the unfinished square footage in the lower level. Nice sized laundry room with plenty of storage space. Fully fenced backyard with alley access features a patio area, fruit trees, flowering plants, Japanese lace leaf maples and much more. Nice oversized two car garage.

Last Listed By

Juli Anne Gibson

BCR LLC License #48212 Listed on: 06/17/2021

BCR LLC

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1791925

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,965

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Property Views

  • Views of a Sound
  • Mountain Views

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • University Place Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 918000-144-0

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,965

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story W/Bsmnt.
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Senior Exemption: Y
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, Security System, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 2.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.75
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Lower: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Basement: Daylight, Fully Finished, Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Family Room: Lower
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2475
  • Square Footage Finished: 2125
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 350

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Power Company: TPU
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Pierce Co
  • Water Company: TPU
  • Water Heater: Basement-Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: University Place
  • Project: University Place 1St Div

Schools

  • Elementary School: University Pl Primar
  • Middle School: Curtis Jnr High
  • High School: Curtis Snr High
  • School District: UNP

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 19
  • Lot Details: Alley, Paved Street
  • Lot Dimensions: 74x129
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9750
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Parcel Number: 918000-144-0
  • Zoning Code: R1
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 1306

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2021
Closed on
Jul 21, 2021
Sold by
Paulik Dorothe J
Bought by
Ward Michael W and Ward Linda L
Seller's Agent
Juli Anne Gibson
BCR LLC
Buyer's Agent
Darlene Heseltine
Redfin
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$851,403

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$126,403
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.27%
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Outstanding Balance
$533,484
Interest Rate
2.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$317,919

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2004
Sold by
Nakayama Garrison T
Bought by
Paulik Dorothe J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 1999
Sold by
Pham Joseph T
Bought by
Nakayama Garrison T and Nakayama Gayle R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,600
Interest Rate
7.51%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 1996
Sold by
Paff Lloyd and Paff Shereen J
Bought by
Pham Joseph T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$177,300
Interest Rate
7.59%

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
Ward Michael W $725,000 Chicago Title Company Of Wa
Paulik Dorothe J $340,000 Rainier Title Company
Nakayama Garrison T $277,237 --
Pham Joseph T $229,189 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ward Michael W $580,000
Previous Owner Nakayama Garrison T $190,600
Previous Owner Pham Joseph T $177,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/23/2021 07/23/21 Sold $725,000 0.0% $341 / Sq Ft
06/23/2021 06/23/21 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2021 06/17/21 For Sale $725,000 -- $341 / 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 $8,965 $855,200 $536,200 $319,000
2023 $8,965 $766,900 $475,800 $291,100
2022 $8,274 $828,800 $511,900 $316,900
2021 $1,306 $560,500 $350,600 $209,900
2019 $6,063 $511,600 $309,900 $201,700
2018 $6,954 $472,600 $286,800 $185,800
2017 $6,500 $448,600 $273,100 $175,500
2016 $2,316 $368,200 $211,700 $156,500
2014 $2,113 $348,600 $198,000 $150,600
2013 $2,113 $301,100 $170,700 $130,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Juli Anne Gibson

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Juli Anne Gibson

    Best Choice Realty Brokerage

    (253) 370-8182

    10 in this area

    255 Total Sales

    Juli Anne Gibson
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  • Cindy Hileman

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Cindy Hileman

    Best Choice Realty LLC

    (253) 720-3533

    6 in this area

    96 Total Sales

    Cindy Hileman
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  • Darlene Heseltine

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Darlene Heseltine

    Redfin

    (253) 861-1975

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1791925

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 918000-1440

Washington Pierce County University Place 98466

3139 Tahoma Place W, University Place, WA

Homes for Sale in University Place, WA

This home is located at 3139 Tahoma Place W, University Place, WA 98466 since 17 June 2021 and is currently estimated at $851,403, approximately $400 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 3139 Tahoma Place W is a home located in Pierce County with nearby schools including University Place Primary School, Evergreen Primary School, and Narrows View Intermediate School.

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