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Seller's Agent in 2020
Michael Karsten
Mountain View Properties
(253) 862-0600
1 in this area
1 Total Sale
Listed by Mountain View Properties, Bought with Windermere Real Estate/East
4120 218th Ave E Lake Tapps, WA 98391
Estimated Value: $1,155,910 - $1,179,000
3
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,880
Sq Ft
$405/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 75 Feet of Waterfront
- Docks
- Deck
- Dieringer Heights Elementary School Rated A-
- Lake View
- 2 Fireplaces
About This Home
As of November 2020Situated on secluded Lake Tapps cove, Late sun, western exposure with wild life galore. It is like living on a wildlife sanctuary, Eagles, Cranes, river otters, bass, muskie, ducks, plus. Private boat launch & dock, fire pit, 4 decks. 2 kitchens, 3 living/rec/party rooms, 2 gas fireplace, piped for 3rd. Remodeled home w/ Possible Extra Bedroom plus a den/office. 3 bedroom septic, Possible mother-in-law or perfect for an in home business. There is no association fees, water bill or sewer bill.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Mountain View Properties License #25764 Listed on: 08/26/2020
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: 1652230
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,920
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- 75 Feet of Waterfront
- Partially Fenced Property
- Terraced Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Poured Concrete
- Composition Roof
- Cement Board or Planked
Interior Spaces
- 2,880 Sq Ft Home
- Multi-Level Property
- Ceiling Fan
- 2 Fireplaces
- Dining Room
- Lake Views
- Natural lighting in basement
- Storm Windows
- Oven or Range
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Docks
- Deck
Schools
- Lake Tapps Elementary School
- North Tapps Mid Middle School
- Out Of District High School
Utilities
- Well
- Septic Tank
- Septic System
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- East Of Lake Tapps Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5070000421
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 26, 2020
Closed on
Oct 20, 2020
Sold by
Karsten Michael L and Karsten Julie R
Bought by
Swinford Daniel and Hammett Allison
Seller's Agent
Michael Karsten
Mountain View Properties
Buyer's Agent
Heyden Johnson
Windermere Real Estate/East
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$145,000
-14.57%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$316,728
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.75%
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Outstanding Balance
$589,980
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$571,337
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 6, 2006
Sold by
Karsten Leroy H and Lavonne Karsten B
Bought by
Karsten Michael L and Karsten Julie R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.44%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 22, 2004
Sold by
Karsten Michael L
Bought by
Karsten Michael L and Karsten Julie R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,500
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 8, 2001
Sold by
Karsten Leroy H
Bought by
Karsten Leroy H and Lavonne Karsten B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swinford Daniel | $850,000 | First American | |
| Karsten Michael L | -- | Trans | |
| Karsten Michael L | -- | Ticor Title Company | |
| Karsten Leroy H | -- | Chicago Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Swinford Daniel | $660,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Karsten Julie R | $511,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Karsten Michael L | $484,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Karsten Michael L | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Karsten Michael L | $81,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Karsten Michael L | $272,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Karsten Leroy H | $272,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2020 11/13/20 | Sold | $850,000 | 0.0% | $295 / Sq Ft |
| 10/12/2020 10/12/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/28/2020 09/28/20 | Price Changed | $849,950 | -5.6% | $295 / Sq Ft |
| 09/16/2020 09/16/20 | Price Changed | $899,950 | -3.2% | $312 / Sq Ft |
| 09/10/2020 09/10/20 | Price Changed | $929,950 | -3.1% | $323 / Sq Ft |
| 09/05/2020 09/05/20 | Price Changed | $959,950 | -3.5% | $333 / Sq Ft |
| 08/26/2020 08/26/20 | For Sale | $995,000 | -- | $345 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,696 | $1,076,500 | $589,800 | $486,700 |
| 2024 | $10,696 | $1,043,100 | $653,000 | $390,100 |
| 2023 | $10,696 | $1,065,800 | $653,000 | $412,800 |
| 2022 | $9,474 | $1,052,300 | $653,000 | $399,300 |
| 2021 | $9,714 | $736,900 | $457,100 | $279,800 |
| 2019 | $7,508 | $661,600 | $391,600 | $270,000 |
| 2018 | $8,539 | $581,600 | $332,300 | $249,300 |
| 2017 | $7,525 | $544,500 | $303,800 | $240,700 |
| 2016 | $6,704 | $435,000 | $237,400 | $197,600 |
| 2014 | $5,206 | $418,200 | $225,500 | $192,700 |
| 2013 | $5,206 | $402,100 | $213,600 | $188,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Karsten
-
Heyden Johnson
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Heyden Johnson
Windermere Corporate
(206) 331-1192
4 in this area
58 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: 1652230
APN: 507000-0421
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