NOT LISTED FOR SALE

553 Berkeley Ave Fircrest, WA 98466

Fircrest Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $459,000 - $490,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,300 Sq Ft
$364/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 15, 2013

Last sale price $100,000 $77 Per Sq Ft

Est. 373% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,951/month

34 Days on Market

About This Home

As of May 2013

Adorable 3 bedroom 1.75 bath home, inside has been updated, hardwood floors in living room, newer windows, and updated kitchen & Baths, basement has two bedrooms and full bathroom, fantastic location will not last.

Last Listed By

Elisa Pierce

Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay License #80042 Listed on: 02/02/2013

Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM443974

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,812

Year Built

1935

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Condition: Good
  • Special Features: 12
  • Year Built: 1935

Interior Features

  • Basement: Fully Finished

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal/Vinyl
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Off Street

Utilities

  • Heating and Cooling: Baseboard
  • Power Company: Tacoma Power
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Sewer Company: City of Fircrest
  • Water Company: City of Fircrest
  • Water Source: Public

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 7, 2015
Sold by
Willis Tamara
Bought by
Willis Patrick
Total Days on Market
34
Current Estimated Value
$472,797

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,700
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2014
Sold by
Dyer Keith J
Bought by
Dyer Daniel D

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 2, 2013
Closed on
May 10, 2013
Sold by
Roisum Timothy S
Bought by
Dyer Daniel D and Dyer Keith J
Seller's Agent
Elisa Pierce
Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay
Buyer's Agent
Joey Baker
Better Properties N. Proctor
List Price
$100,000
Sold Price
$100,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.57%
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
3.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2008
Sold by
Parker Brandon M
Bought by
Roisum Timothy S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$261,202
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2008
Sold by
Roisum Margaret Dyer
Bought by
Roisum Timothy S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$261,202
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2007
Sold by
Parker Anna
Bought by
Parker Brandon M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$208,800
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2003
Sold by
Kenyon Travis B
Bought by
Birnel Gay

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,000
Interest Rate
9.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2000
Sold by
Hobbs Norman E
Bought by
Kenyon Travis B and Kenyon Amanda C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,500
Interest Rate
7.96%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 1998
Sold by
Hobbs Jeanette M
Bought by
Hobbs Norman E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 1998
Sold by
Hobbs Jeanette M
Bought by
Hobbs Norman E

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
Willis Patrick -- Fatco
Willis Patrick $185,000 Fatco
Dyer Daniel D -- None Available
Dyer Daniel D $100,000 Ticor Title Company
Roisum Timothy S $274,950 Northpoint Escrow & Title Ll
Roisum Timothy S -- Northpoint Escrow & Title Ll
Parker Brandon M -- Transnation Title Ins Co
Parker Brandon M $232,000 Transnation Title Ins Co
Birnel Gay $159,000 First American Title
Kenyon Travis B $93,300 Fidelity National Title Co
Hobbs Norman E -- --
Hobbs Norman E -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Willis Patrick G $196,000
Closed Willis Patrick $175,700
Previous Owner Dyer Daniel D $125,000
Previous Owner Roisum Timothy S $261,202
Previous Owner Parker Brandon M $208,800
Previous Owner Birnel Gay $178,920
Previous Owner Birnel Gay $159,000
Previous Owner Kenyon Travis B $122,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2013 05/15/13 Sold $100,000 0.0% $77 / Sq Ft
03/08/2013 03/08/13 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2013 02/02/13 For Sale $100,000 -- $77 / 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 $3,812 $404,100 $250,000 $154,100
2023 $3,812 $399,300 $244,200 $155,100
2022 $3,524 $402,000 $251,100 $150,900
2021 $3,320 $285,500 $168,200 $117,300
2019 $2,546 $259,200 $144,000 $115,200
2018 $2,765 $236,100 $123,100 $113,000
2017 $2,502 $207,800 $99,900 $107,900
2016 $2,316 $162,800 $72,600 $90,200
2014 $2,171 $156,500 $69,700 $86,800
2013 $2,171 $139,300 $62,700 $76,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Elisa Pierce

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Elisa Pierce

    Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay

    (253) 273-4267

    164 Total Sales

    Elisa Pierce
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    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Joey Baker

    Better Properties N. Proctor

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM443974

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 716020-1740

Washington Pierce County Fircrest 98466 Fircrest

553 Berkeley Ave, Fircrest, WA

Homes for Sale in Fircrest, WA

This home is located at 553 Berkeley Ave, Fircrest, WA 98466 since 02 February 2013 and is currently estimated at $472,797, approximately $363 per square foot. This property was built in 1935. 553 Berkeley Ave is a home located in Pierce County with nearby schools including Whittier Elementary School, Wainwright Intermediate School, and Foss High School.

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