NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3504 197th Avenue Ct E Lake Tapps, WA 98391

Estimated Value: $806,000 - $1,041,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,067 Sq Ft
$316/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 15, 2021

Last sale price $824,950 $269 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,826/month

Highlights

  • Waterfront Community
  • Golf Course Community
  • Spa
  • Dieringer Heights Elementary School Rated A-
  • Community Boat Launch
  • RV Access or Parking

About This Home

As of July 2021

Get ready to watch your beautiful sunsets from your gorgeous back yard underneath the pergola. Move in ready open floor plan home on Tapps Island. Much coveted master on main with large master, walk in closet and jetted tub. An additional bedroom or office on main floor. Kitchen with island and dining area. Brand new furnace and a/c. Upstairs and dowstairs has new luxury laminate with two additional bedrooms with one having an en suite full bath. Giant bonus room and flex space area. Fully fenced yard with extensive mature landscaping. Enjoy the amenities Tapps Island has to offer. Restaurant, golf course, community pool, boat launch and walking trails.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Phillips

RE/MAX Realty South License #49267 Listed on: 06/03/2021

RE/MAX Realty South

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Buday

Redfin License #125899

Redfin

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1775514

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,317

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Territorial
  • Limited

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Shared Well
  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 8996031180

Community Details

Overview

  • Tapps Island Community
  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Boat Launch
  • Waterfront Community
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,317

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 12 - 2 Story
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Bath Off Master, Built-In Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Jetted Tub, Security System, Skylights, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Laminate Hardwood, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Approved Number of Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Main: Upper
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Den or Office: Main
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Family Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3067
  • Square Footage Finished: 3067

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Cement Planked
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain, Partial, Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached, Off Street
  • Total Covered Parking: 3

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Central A/C, Forced Air
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Septic Approved for Number of Bedrooms: 4
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Sewer Company: Septic
  • Water Company: Community Well
  • Water Heater: garage-Gas
  • Water Source: Community, Shared Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 200
  • Community Name: Tapps Island
  • Project: Tapps Island
  • Community Features: Boat Launch, CCRs, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach, Tennis Courts, J

Schools

  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle School: Buyer To Verify
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • School District: SUM

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13500
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Level
  • Parcel Number: 8996031180
  • Lot Topography: Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 8252

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2021
Closed on
Jul 9, 2021
Sold by
Walker Ronald A and Walker Denyse
Bought by
Mulder Harold H
Seller's Agent
Christine Phillips
RE/MAX Realty South
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Buday
Redfin
List Price
$824,950
Sold Price
$824,950
Current Estimated Value
$968,113

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$143,163
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.33%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 12, 2018
Closed on
Jun 27, 2018
Sold by
Hall Brian L and Hall Elizabeth
Bought by
Walker Ronald A and Walker Denyse
Seller's Agent
Mike Comer
John L. Scott R.E. Lake Tapps
Buyer's Agent
Christine Phillips
RE/MAX Realty South
List Price
$619,000
Sold Price
$570,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-7.92%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.89%
Original Mortgage
$521,977
Interest Rate
4.99%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2004
Sold by
Hougland Teresa J and Hougland Edward L
Bought by
Hall Brian L and Hall Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$304,000
Interest Rate
5.86%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2003
Sold by
Lincicum Jeffrey and Lincicum Mary Ellen
Bought by
Hougland Edward J and Houghland Teresa J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$283,941
Interest Rate
5.78%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 20, 1995
Sold by
Ostrowski Claire
Bought by
Lincicum Jeffrey and Lincicum Mary Ellen
Source: Public Records

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
Mulder Harold H $824,950 Modus Title
Walker Ronald A $569,719 First American Title Company
Hall Brian L $380,000 Ticor Title Company
Hougland Edward J $354,926 Commonwealth Title Co
Lincicum Jeffrey $67,500 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Walker Ronald A $521,977
Previous Owner Hall Brian L $304,000
Previous Owner Hougland Edward J $283,941
Closed Hall Brian L $57,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2021 07/15/21 Sold $824,950 0.0% $269 / Sq Ft
06/11/2021 06/11/21 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2021 06/03/21 For Sale $824,950 +44.7% $269 / Sq Ft
06/28/2018 06/28/18 Sold $570,000 -5.0% $186 / Sq Ft
05/14/2018 05/14/18 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2018 04/03/18 Price Changed $599,950 -3.1% $196 / Sq Ft
03/12/2018 03/12/18 For Sale $619,000 -- $202 / 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
2025 $8,317 $892,700 $380,400 $512,300
2024 $8,317 $906,000 $371,300 $534,700
2023 $8,317 $825,000 $363,600 $461,400
2022 $8,504 $837,900 $354,100 $483,800
2021 $8,252 $624,200 $247,500 $376,700
2019 $7,094 $565,000 $218,900 $346,100
2018 $7,851 $548,900 $211,900 $337,000
2017 $6,698 $499,900 $178,100 $321,800
2016 $6,356 $421,600 $133,500 $288,100
2014 $5,729 $396,100 $115,700 $280,400
2013 $5,729 $324,100 $83,700 $240,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christine Phillips

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Christine Phillips

    RE/MAX REALTY SOUTH

    (253) 640-1966

    7 in this area

    83 Total Sales

    Christine Phillips
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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Mike Comer

    John L Scott

    (253) 370-5500

    4 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Mike Comer
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Anne Washburn

    John L Scott

    (253) 229-6529

    13 Total Sales

    Anne Washburn
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1775514

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 899603-1180

Washington Pierce County Lake Tapps 98391

3504 197th Avenue Ct E, Lake Tapps, WA

This home is located at 3504 197th Avenue Ct E, Lake Tapps, WA 98391 since 03 June 2021 and is currently estimated at $968,113, approximately $315 per square foot. This property was built in 1996. 3504 197th Avenue Ct E is a home located in Pierce County with nearby schools including Dieringer Heights Elementary School, Lake Tapps Elementary School, and North Tapps Middle School.

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