Listed by eXp Realty, Bought with eXp Realty
$550,000
SOLD MAR 31, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,818 Sq Ft
6,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$303 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is near public transit
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of March 2025

Discover this beautifully updated home just blocks from the scenic Ruston Way waterfront! Offering versatile living options, this property features upper & lower units—each w/ its own charm. The spacious upstairs boasts soaring 9-foot ceilings, fresh paint, oversized bedrooms w/ walk-in closets, kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances & a walk-in pantry. LOWER LEVEL, w/ its private entrance, showcases a stylish second kitchen, a bedroom w/ modern sliding wall panels, & a sleek bath. Outside, enjoy a spacious deck & patio for entertaining. The lush, terraced yard features vibrant flowers, fruit trees, & beautifully landscaped spaces plus secure front & rear parking + RV Parking. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity in a prime location!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Roth

eXp Realty License #24140 Listed on: 03/08/2025

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Andrew Espinda

eXp Realty License #22012699

eXp Realty

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2338989

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,866

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,818 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ruston Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,866

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Building Name: Prospect Park Addition
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1818
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • DetachedDwellingSqFtFinished: 0
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2338989?w=Consumer&agent=25515
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 47

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Daylight, Finished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Walk-In Pantry
  • Living Area: 1818
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.75
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1818
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 1
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • FireplacesLower: 1
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 1
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Alley, Paved
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Metal/Vinyl
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete, Slab
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: true

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, RV Parking

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: City of Tacoma
  • SewerCompany: City of Tacoma
  • WaterCompany: City of Tacoma
  • CableConnected: comcast
  • InternetConnected: xfinity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Tacoma
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle Or Junior School: Buyer To Verify

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 703000530
  • Topography: Level,Terraces
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1377
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6000
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Patio,RV Parking
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Realist
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Realist

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Natural Gas

Rental Info

  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5866

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2025
Closed on
Mar 26, 2025
Sold by
Melsness Living Trust and Melsness Larry R
Bought by
Grogols Llc
Seller's Agent
Laura Roth
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Espinda
eXp Realty
List Price
$530,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
3.77%
Total Days on Market
3
Views
36

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.72%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2023
Sold by
Melsness Larry R
Bought by
Melsness Living Trust and Melsness

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2015
Sold by
Mcvay John G and Seager Michelle D
Bought by
Melsness Larry R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2013
Sold by
Mcvay John G and Seager Michelle D
Bought by
Mcvay John G and Seager Michelle D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 2009
Sold by
Vallee Donna M
Bought by
Seager Michelle D and Mcvay John

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2003
Sold by
Johnson Robert L
Bought by
Vallee Donna M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$143,450
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2003
Sold by
Provident Bank
Bought by
Johnston Robert L and Johnston Bobbie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,000
Interest Rate
5.83%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2002
Sold by
Gilbert Timothy D
Bought by
Provident Bank

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2000
Sold by
Gilbert Timothy D
Bought by
Gilbert Timothy D and Gilbert Irene

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,500
Interest Rate
10.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 1998
Sold by
Gilbert Terri
Bought by
Gilbert Timothy D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$86,996
Interest Rate
7.06%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 1998
Sold by
Ruffner Patrick A
Bought by
Gilbert Timothy D and Kastella Danika L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$86,996
Interest Rate
7.06%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 1996
Sold by
Ruffner Shari L
Bought by
Ruffner Patrick A
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $550,000 First American Title Insurance
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $289,719 Old Republic Title Ltd
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $275,900 Commonwealth Land Title
Warranty Deed $151,000 Pnwt
Bargain Sale Deed $95,000 First American Title Ins Co
Trustee Deed $91,132 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Quit Claim Deed $50,902 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Warranty Deed $101,797 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $228,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $40,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $143,450 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $76,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $97,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $86,996 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Sold $550,000 +3.8% $303 / Sq Ft
03/11/2025 03/11/25 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2025 03/08/25 For Sale $530,000 -- $292 / 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 $5,866 $560,800 $326,100 $234,700
2023 $5,866 $527,100 $300,800 $226,300
2022 $5,449 $559,600 $303,000 $256,600
2021 $5,137 $408,800 $192,100 $216,700
2019 $4,466 $366,200 $162,200 $204,000
2018 $4,938 $343,700 $149,400 $194,300
2017 $4,351 $312,700 $119,400 $193,300
2016 $4,036 $243,600 $84,500 $159,100
2014 $1,730 $232,200 $83,300 $148,900
2013 $1,730 $199,600 $71,100 $128,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2338989

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 703000-0530