Listed by Keller Williams Rty Tacoma
$950,000
$50K PRICE DROP

4434 Sunset Beach Rd University Place, WA 98466

Estimated payment $6,050/month

Total Views 12,025
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,488 Sq Ft
$638 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 50 Feet of Waterfront
  • Ocean View
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Sunset Primary School Rated A
  • Gated Community
  • Deck

About This Home

Waterfront Sunset Beach living at its finest. Sip a cup of coffee on your new 500sq/ft.trex deck as you gaze at 180* western exposure views. Watch the orcas, whales, seals, dolphins, and fish in the Sound. Enjoy full views of the Olympics, GH, Fox & McNiel islands. This 2 bedroom and 2 bath home has been meticulously cared for inside and out. Open the front door and instantly enjoy the view. W/vaulted ceilings, both bedrooms on the main floor. Kitchen and living room facing the ocean. This layout is perfect for entertaining & comfortable living. Upstairs you find a huge bonus room, full bath, and a large deck. Upgrades include Solar panels, appliances, trex deck & paint. Meticulous yard & large storage shed, buoy for boat. See virtual tour!

Listing Agent

Michael Putnam

Keller Williams Rty Tacoma License #139697 Listed on: 03/12/2025

Keller Williams Rty Tacoma

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2336070

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,836

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 10,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • 50 Feet of Waterfront
  • Ocean Front
  • Home fronts a sound
  • West Facing Home
  • Gated Home
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Secluded Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden
  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

  • $67 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Views of a Sound
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 1,488 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Plank

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Detached Carport Space
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Sunset Elementary School
  • Curtis Jnr High Middle School
  • Curtis Snr High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Chip Mccullah Association
  • Secondary HOA Phone (253) 381-9212
  • Sunset Beach Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,836

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$67 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 11 - 1 1/2 Story
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Prev Status: Active
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1488
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • SOCComments: Thank you!
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2336070?w=Consumer&agent=127708
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 144

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: See Remarks
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Vinyl Plank, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Loft, Sprinkler System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1488
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1488
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 1
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 2
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s), Ocean, Sea, Sound, Territorial
  • Lot Features: Secluded, Sidewalk
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Bulkhead, River Front, Saltwater, Sea, Sound
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Concrete, Wood
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Cement/Concrete, Wood, Wood Products
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • WaterfrontFootage: 50
  • WaterAccess: Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Partially Fenced, Security Gate
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: TPU
  • SewerCompany: Septic
  • WaterCompany: TPU
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Main
  • WaterHeaterType: electric
  • CableConnected: xfinity
  • InternetConnected: xfinity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: CCRs, Gated
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 800
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Phone: 253-381-9212
  • Association: Yes
  • AssociationContactName: Chip Mccullah

Fee Information

  • NWM_OtherDuesOrFeesYN: false

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: University Place
  • High School: Curtis Snr High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Curtis Jnr High

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 8030000020
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.241
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10500
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Gated Entry,High Speed Internet,Patio,Shop,Sprinkler System
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Realist
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Realist
  • ZoningJurisdiction: City

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric

Rental Info

  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8836

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Sunset Elem

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $8,836 $869,000 $619,400 $249,600
2024 $8,836 $825,500 $569,400 $256,100
2023 $8,836 $750,300 $534,400 $215,900
2022 $7,859 $784,700 $563,300 $221,400
2021 $8,282 $604,100 $390,000 $214,100
2019 $6,264 $509,000 $303,300 $205,700
2018 $7,001 $488,800 $288,900 $199,900
2017 $7,022 $451,700 $262,900 $188,800
2016 $6,399 $399,500 $234,000 $165,500
2014 $8,310 $373,100 $213,800 $159,300
2013 $8,310 $386,200 $219,500 $166,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Price Changed $950,000 -5.0% $638 / Sq Ft
03/12/2025 03/12/25 For Sale $999,999 -- $672 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $449,719 Rainier Title Llc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $267,581 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Open $310,000 New Conventional
Closed $405,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $184,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2336070

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 803000-0020

Washington Pierce County University Place 98466

4434 Sunset Beach Rd, University Place, WA

This home is located at 4434 Sunset Beach Rd, University Place, WA 98466 and is currently priced at $950,000, approximately $638 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 4434 Sunset Beach Rd is a home located in Pierce County with nearby schools including Sunset Primary School, Evergreen Primary School, and Drum Intermediate School.

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