NOT LISTED FOR SALE

817 S 234th Place Des Moines, WA 98198

Zenith Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $692,000 - $840,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,200 Sq Ft
$338/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 09, 2020

Last sale price $520,000 $236 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,817/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of a Sound
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attached Garage
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Patio

About This Home

As of July 2020

Welcome home to this beautiful downtown Des Moines charmer! Walking distance to the Marina and pleasant views of the Sound, this well maintained 4 bed 2 bath home features an updated kitchen and bathroom, newer roof, lush landscaping, finished downstairs and two high efficiency gas fireplaces. Spend Summers entertaining on your back deck, or start a new project in the shop out back! Close to great schools, freeways, shopping, dining and the airport - it won't last long! Come tour today!

Last Listed By

Kristi LaVassar

Better Properties Soundview License #121805 Listed on: 06/11/2020

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1608770

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,842

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Views of a Sound
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Downtown Des Moines Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1753300110

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,842

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 14 - Split Entry
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Bath Off Master, Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Laminate, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Lower: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Upper
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Basement: Daylight, Fully Finished
  • Living Room: Upper
  • Recreation Room: Lower
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Upper
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2200
  • Square Footage Finished: 2200

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood Products
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain, Sound, Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 1

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Midway
  • Water Company: Highline
  • Water Heater: Under Stairs-Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Downtown Des Moines

Schools

  • Elementary School: Des Moines Elem
  • Middle School: Pacific Mid
  • High School: Mount Rainier High
  • School District: HGL

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8413
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope
  • Parcel Number: 1753300110
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 5163

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 11, 2020
Closed on
Jul 9, 2020
Sold by
Richmond Edward W and Richmond Betty J
Bought by
Young Cassandra Marie and Harrell Meghan Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Kristi LaVassar
Better Properties Soundview
Buyer's Agent
Jeremy Martini
John L. Scott R.E.Tacoma North
List Price
$499,950
Sold Price
$520,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,050
4.01%
Total Days on Market
2
Current Estimated Value
$743,753

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$223,753
Original Mortgage
$510,581
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 2000
Sold by
Richmond Edward W and Richmond Betty J
Bought by
Richmond Edward W and Richmond Betty J

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
Young Cassandra Marie $520,000 First American Title Ins Co
Richmond Edward W -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Young Cassandra Marie $515,500
Closed Young Cassandra Marie $510,581
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/09/2020 07/09/20 Sold $520,000 +4.0% $236 / Sq Ft
06/13/2020 06/13/20 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2020 06/11/20 For Sale $499,950 -- $227 / 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 $7,842 $671,000 $177,000 $494,000
2023 $7,384 $602,000 $160,000 $442,000
2022 $6,893 $654,000 $154,000 $500,000
2021 $6,167 $534,000 $126,000 $408,000
2020 $5,487 $451,000 $110,000 $341,000
2018 $5,448 $407,000 $93,000 $314,000
2017 $4,474 $367,000 $89,000 $278,000
2016 $3,889 $302,000 $81,000 $221,000
2015 $3,665 $266,000 $75,000 $191,000
2014 -- $248,000 $71,000 $177,000
2013 -- $203,000 $65,000 $138,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Kristi LaVassar

    Better Properties Soundview

    (206) 941-2082

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  • Jeremy Martini

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Jeremy Martini

    John L. Scott R.E.Tacoma North

    (206) 743-5236

    2 in this area

    114 Total Sales

    Jeremy Martini
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1608770

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 175330-0110

Washington King County Des Moines 98198 Zenith

817 S 234th Place, Des Moines, WA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, WA

This home is located at 817 S 234th Place, Des Moines, WA 98198 since 11 June 2020 and is currently estimated at $743,753, approximately $338 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 817 S 234th Place is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Des Moines Elementary School, Pacific Middle School, and Mount Rainier High School.

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