NOT LISTED FOR SALE

824 S 234th Place Des Moines, WA 98198

Zenith Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $641,000 - $726,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,820 Sq Ft
$380/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 22, 2022

Last sale price $695,950 $382 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,984/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of a Sound
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Property is near public transit
  • Second Kitchen
  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture

About This Home

As of July 2022

Welcome home to this lovingly maintained mid-century home in the desirable Zenith neighborhood. Enjoy warm colors, original hardwoods and thoughtful updates throughout the house. Modern finishes in the kitchen, remodeled main bath & 2 gas fireplaces. Primary suite features contemporary glass/aluminum closet doors, built-ins and remodeled bath with radiant floors. Downstairs living space includes an extra kitchen and a 3/4 bath to comfortably accommodate overnight guests. The huge backyard is a gardener's delight with vegetable garden, newly roofed/sided shed and easy access to oversized garage. Entertain guests and enjoy peek views of Puget Sound from the expansive deck. Patio under deck has been rain-proofed for even more outdoor space!

Last Listed By

Marion Bereiter

Associates West RE Seattle LLC License #18791 Listed on: 06/17/2022

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 1953560

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,144

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 8,413 Sq Ft Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Property Views

  • Views of a Sound
  • Territorial
  • Limited

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Split Foyer
  • Slab Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,820 Sq Ft Home
  • Multi-Level Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl Plank

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • DES Moines Elementary School
  • Pacific Mid Middle School
  • Mount Rainier High School

Utilities

  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Zenith Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1753300050

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,144

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • StyleCode: 14 - Split Entry
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher,Dryer,GarbageDisposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,StoveRange,Washer
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Prev Status: Closed
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Building Name: Cordell Tracts
  • Unit Levels: Multi/Split
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1820
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 1,036

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Daylight
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Range, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Forced Air, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Second Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1820
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • BathsFullMain: 0
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1820
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 1
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 1
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 3
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove/Range,Washer
  • FireplacesLower: 1
  • FireplacesUpper: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Partial, Sound, Territorial
  • Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete, See Remarks, Slab
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: true

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: RV Parking, Attached Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • HeatingCoolingType: Forced Air
  • PowerCompany: PSE
  • SewerCompany: Midway
  • WaterCompany: Highline
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Basement
  • WaterHeaterType: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Highline
  • High School: Mount Rainier High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Pacific Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1753300050
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1931
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8413
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Fully,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking
  • MLSLotSizeSource: KCR
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: KCR
  • ZoningJurisdiction: City
  • LotNumber: 5

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Natural Gas

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • ShortTermRentalYN: true

Tax Info

  • Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6144

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Des Moines Elem

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2022
Closed on
Jul 13, 2022
Sold by
Tow Gregory S and Tow Carolyn J
Bought by
Green Diane Demitra
Seller's Agent
Marion Bereiter
Associates West RE Seattle LLC
Buyer's Agent
Efrem Howard
KW Mountains to Sound
List Price
$695,950
Sold Price
$695,950
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$692,041

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,909
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.20%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 2008
Sold by
Stevens Marion
Bought by
Tow Gregory S and Tow Carolyn J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 12, 1982
Sold by
Stevens George W and Stevens Marion
Bought by
Stevens George W and Marion $T

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
Green Diane Demitra $695,950 Chicago Title
Tow Gregory S $365,000 Commonwealth L
Stevens George W -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Tow Gregory S $226,700
Previous Owner Tow Gregory S $300,000
Previous Owner Tow Gregory S $315,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/22/2022 07/22/22 Sold $695,950 0.0% $382 / Sq Ft
06/20/2022 06/20/22 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2022 06/17/22 For Sale $695,950 -- $382 / 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 $1,330 $599,000 $177,000 $422,000
2023 $6,650 $538,000 $160,000 $378,000
2022 $6,143 $584,000 $154,000 $430,000
2021 $5,687 $473,000 $126,000 $347,000
2020 $5,422 $414,000 $110,000 $304,000
2018 $5,335 $398,000 $93,000 $305,000
2017 $4,390 $359,000 $89,000 $270,000
2016 $3,820 $296,000 $81,000 $215,000
2015 $3,595 $261,000 $75,000 $186,000
2014 -- $243,000 $71,000 $172,000
2013 -- $199,000 $65,000 $134,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Marion Bereiter

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Marion Bereiter

    Associates West RE Seattle LLC

    (206) 499-0439

    2 in this area

    3 Total Sales

    Marion Bereiter
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  • Efrem Howard

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Efrem Howard

    KW Mountains to Sound

    (206) 390-8628

    2 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Efrem Howard
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 1953560

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 175330-0050

Washington King County Des Moines 98198 Zenith

824 S 234th Place, Des Moines, WA

Homes for Sale in Des Moines, WA

This home is located at 824 S 234th Place, Des Moines, WA 98198 since 17 June 2022 and is currently estimated at $692,041, approximately $380 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 824 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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