Listed by Windermere Prof Partners, Bought with Hawkins Poe
$1,012,000
SOLD SEP 13, 2024
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,985 Sq Ft
$804/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$510 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

264 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of a Sound
  • Gated Community
  • Community Garden
  • Fitness Center
  • Clubhouse
  • 3-minute walk to Rust Park

About This Home

As of September 2024

New price! Wake up to the most beautiful panoramic views in Tacoma! Watch the sunrise over the bay while sipping your morning coffee. From Vashon to the Seattle skyline, the foothills, and majestic Mt. Rainier, it can all be seen from the windows of this spacious condo. The Commencement condo community is just steps from Ruston’s popular restaurants, bars, shops, and Tacoma's crown jewel, Pt. Defiance Park. It’s within walking distance of waterfront shopping and dining but with more privacy and zero crowds! This beautiful unit features new paint, new carpeting, and updated HVAC system. Community amenities include a gym, clubhouse with pool table, library, sun deck, and two dedicated underground parking spots. EV charging is available, too!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anders Ibsen

Windermere Prof Partners License #21033248

Windermere Prof Partners

Last Buyer's Agent

Amethyst Green

Hawkins Poe License #22011612

Hawkins Poe

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2172275

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,538

Year Built

  • Built in 2009

Lot Details

  • East Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $804 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Views of a Sound
  • Bay
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,985 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Slate Flooring
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Common or Shared Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 900931-041-1

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, garbage, lawn service, gas, sewer, water
  • 62 Units
  • The Commencement Condos
  • Ruston Subdivision
  • Park Phone (206) 641-9631 | Manager Emerald Property Management
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Station
  • 6-Story Property

Amenities

  • Community Garden
  • Clubhouse
  • Game Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Fitness Center

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Security

  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,538

Year Built

Built in 2009

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$804 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • StyleCode: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Year Built: 2009
  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 3
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Building Name: The Commencement
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1985
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • DwellingType: Attached
  • NumberOfAccessStairs: 2
  • UnitFeatures: Balcony/Deck/Patio,Insulated Windows,Primary Bath
  • SOCComments: You deserve it!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 496

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Slate, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony/Deck/Patio, Ceramic Tile, Cooking-Gas, Dryer-Electric, Fireplace, Wall to Wall Carpet, Washer
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Stories: 6
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • BathsFullMain: 2
  • FireplacesMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 0
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • FloorNumberOfUnit: 4
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • StorageLocation: Underground Garage
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 2
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Flat
  • View: Bay, Mountain(s), See Remarks, Sound
  • Lot Features: Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Exterior Features: Cement/Concrete, Cement Planked
  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • ViewFrom: Unit

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Common Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • ParkingSpaceNumbers: 15,28

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Security: SecurityGate
  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • ApplianceHookups: Cooking-Gas,Dryer-Electric,Washer
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Laundry Room

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Club House, Electric Car Charging Station, Elevator, Exercise Room, Game/Rec Rm, Garden Space, Gated, High Speed Int Avail, See Remarks
  • Park Manager Name: Emerald Property Management
  • Park Manager Phone: 206-641-9631
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 804
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Subj to Restrictions
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • CommonPropertyFeatures: Clubhouse,Electric Car Charging Station,Elevator,Exercise Room,Game/Rec Rm,Garden Space,Gated Entry,High Speed Int Avail,Security Gate,See Remarks

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Garbage, Lawn Service, Gas, Sewer, Water

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Tacoma

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 900931-041-1
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0186
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 809
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: County Assessor

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Insulated Windows
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7538

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 62
  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas
  • UnitsInBuildingTotal: 62

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/13/2024 09/13/24 Sold $1,012,000 -3.6% $510 / Sq Ft
07/16/2024 07/16/24 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2024 07/08/24 Price Changed $1,050,000 -2.3% $529 / Sq Ft
05/06/2024 05/06/24 Price Changed $1,075,000 -2.3% $542 / Sq Ft
02/06/2024 02/06/24 Price Changed $1,100,000 -2.2% $554 / Sq Ft
12/04/2023 12/04/23 Price Changed $1,125,000 -2.2% $567 / Sq Ft
10/26/2023 10/26/23 For Sale $1,150,000 +67.9% $579 / Sq Ft
08/30/2016 08/30/16 Sold $685,000 0.0% $345 / Sq Ft
07/05/2016 07/05/16 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2016 03/30/16 For Sale $685,000 0.0% $345 / Sq Ft
03/08/2016 03/08/16 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2015 07/24/15 For Sale $685,000 -- $345 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

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 $8,118 $910,900 $70,400 $840,500
2023 $8,118 $867,500 $70,400 $797,100
2022 $7,485 $867,500 $70,400 $797,100
2021 $8,200 $754,300 $58,600 $695,700
2019 $7,400 $764,600 $58,300 $706,300
2018 $8,019 $714,600 $48,600 $666,000
2017 $6,787 $621,400 $40,500 $580,900
2016 $5,468 $369,900 $40,500 $329,400
2014 -- $369,900 $40,500 $329,400
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $723,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $500,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $548,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $3,766,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,012,000 Fidelity National Title
Special Warranty Deed $684,719 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2172275

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 900931-0411