NOT LISTED FOR SALE

6245 S Fife St Tacoma, WA 98409

South Tacoma Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $364,000 - $397,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
826 Sq Ft
$462/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 23, 2021

Last sale price $345,000 $418 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,297/month

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Fruit Trees
  • Territorial View
  • 3-minute walk to Wapato Hills Park

About This Home

As of August 2021

This little gem has been polished and shined. Hardwoods, wood-toned flooring/trim, archways, big windows, ceiling fans complement the inviting living spaces. Highly functional kitchen offers plentiful cbntry, workspace, newer countertops, all applcs stay (incld W&D), opens to cheery dining area. Two sizable bdrms, remodeled full bath. Newer furnace, newer wndws, hot water heater, roof, gutters, leaf filter, entire home rewired, clean out in back, water meter line to street are some addtl improvements you'll find. And seller provides one year home warranty. Unfinished bsmt awaits. Decking, fruit trees, cottage in back ideal for office/hobbies, off-street prkg. Corner setting, easy access to freeways, JBLM, schools, amenities galore.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janet Gibb

John L. Scott, Inc License #8447 Listed on: 07/08/2021

John L. Scott, Inc

Last Buyer's Agent

Beth Hedrick

Coldwell Banker Evergreen License #115276

Coldwell Banker Evergreen

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1797966

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,595

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Additional Features

  • Territorial Views
  • Cable TV Available
  • Unfinished Basement

Community Details

  • South Tacoma Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 9340000540

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,595

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story W/Bsmnt.
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Laminate Hardwood, Laminate Tile, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 2.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 826
  • Square Footage Finished: 826

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Off Street, K

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Public
  • Water Company: Public
  • Water Heater: Basement-Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: South Tacoma
  • Project: Wapato Hills ADD

Schools

  • School District: TAC

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8500
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level
  • Parcel Number: 9340000540
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 2802

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2021
Closed on
Aug 16, 2021
Sold by
Simkins Jackie and Simkins Jacqualine
Bought by
Bromley Kaleigh
Seller's Agent
Janet Gibb
John L. Scott, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Beth Hedrick
Coldwell Banker Evergreen
List Price
$359,950
Sold Price
$345,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,950
-4.15%
Current Estimated Value
$381,530

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$36,530
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.44%
Original Mortgage
$322,000
Outstanding Balance
$292,798
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$88,732

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 2006
Sold by
Meirndorf Jeffrey R and Meirndorf Moriah Y
Bought by
Simkins Jacqualine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$143,160
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2003
Sold by
Avina Alberto Alejandre
Bought by
Meirndorf Jeffrey R and Meirndorf Moriah Y

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$119,500
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 17, 1997
Sold by
Dewhitt Gregory P
Bought by
Avina Alberto Alejandre and Avina Suzanne Kimberley

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,000
Interest Rate
7.33%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 1995
Sold by
Jorgensen Vernon W
Bought by
Dewhitt Gregory P and Dewhitt Vasana L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,114
Interest Rate
7.58%
Mortgage Type
Assumption
Source: Public Records

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
Bromley Kaleigh $345,000 First American Title
Simkins Jacqualine -- Stewart Title
Meirndorf Jeffrey R $119,500 Trans
Avina Alberto Alejandre $72,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Dewhitt Gregory P $82,252 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bromley Kaleigh $322,000
Previous Owner Simkins Jacqualine $143,160
Previous Owner Meirndorf Jeffrey R $119,500
Previous Owner Avina Alberto Alejandre $72,000
Previous Owner Dewhitt Gregory P $72,114
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/23/2021 08/23/21 Sold $345,000 -1.4% $418 / Sq Ft
07/21/2021 07/21/21 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2021 07/18/21 Price Changed $349,950 -2.8% $424 / Sq Ft
07/08/2021 07/08/21 For Sale $359,950 -- $436 / 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
2025 $3,595 $352,500 $221,700 $130,800
2024 $3,595 $343,100 $214,200 $128,900
2023 $3,595 $322,600 $204,900 $117,700
2022 $3,307 $339,700 $195,200 $144,500
2021 $879 $232,600 $119,000 $113,600
2019 $2,349 $206,300 $97,600 $108,700
2018 $2,398 $180,400 $80,900 $99,500
2017 $2,101 $151,600 $56,000 $95,600
2016 $1,835 $113,500 $43,800 $69,700
2014 $1,696 $105,400 $43,100 $62,300
2013 $1,696 $97,600 $39,900 $57,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Janet Gibb

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Janet Gibb

    John L Scott

    (253) 740-6643

    1 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Janet Gibb
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Beth Hedrick

    Coldwell Banker Evergreen Olympic Realty, Inc.

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1797966

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 934000-0540

Washington Pierce County Tacoma 98409 South Tacoma

6245 S Fife St, Tacoma, WA

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