Seller's Agent in 2023
Randy Madson
Better Properties UP/Fircrest
(206) 396-6066
7 in this area
30 Total Sales
8323 97th St SW Lakewood, WA 98498
Central Lakes NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $509,000 - $551,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,662
Sq Ft
$321/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- RV Access or Parking
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Triple Pane Windows
About This Home
As of June 2023Come see this terrific rambler in a great neighborhood on a quiet dead end street! Excellent one story floorplan for spacious living; expansive hardwood floors, A/C and large sound reduction windows let in plenty of light. Inviting kitchen w/breakfast nook. Massive laundry room. Updated bathrooms. Exceptional fully-fenced backyard w/covered patio ready for entertaining & relaxing. Lots of room to play and dig in the prepared garden area! You are a short walk away from the 340 acre Fort Steilacoom Park and the renowned off-leash dog areas. Peace of mind with the almost new roof, furnace, and air conditioning unit. Close to JBLM and shopping/restaurants. Check out the video & ask about the 2.5% interest rate assumable mortgage!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Better Properties UP/Fircrest License #134398 Listed on: 05/12/2023
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: 2066455
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,604
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 8,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Street terminates at a dead end
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- RV Access or Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Poured Concrete
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,662 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Triple Pane Windows
- Dining Room
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Stove
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Idlewild Elementary School
- Hudtloff Mid Middle School
- Lakes High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- High Efficiency Heating System
- Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Lakewood Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Down Payment Assistance Available
- Assessor Parcel Number 4675000030
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 12, 2023
Closed on
Jun 14, 2023
Sold by
Pearson Cody C and Pearson Charity N
Bought by
Njuguna Fiona Wangari and Kimani Naomi Muthoni
Seller's Agent
Randy Madson
Better Properties UP/Fircrest
Buyer's Agent
Edwin Wahiu
Skyline Properties, Inc.
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$525,000
Views
18
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,299
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.76%
Original Mortgage
$20,562
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 27, 2020
Closed on
Apr 21, 2020
Sold by
Luff Brooke and Luff Malcolm
Bought by
Pearson Cody C and Pearson Charity N
Seller's Agent
Brian Richards
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Randy Madson
Better Properties UP/Fircrest
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$350,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.74%
Original Mortgage
$358,050
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 6, 2017
Closed on
Jun 16, 2017
Sold by
Dorosz Thomas M
Bought by
Luff Brooke and Luff Malcolm
Seller's Agent
Joe Beyer
HomeSmart Real Estate Assoc
Buyer's Agent
Shannon Reynolds Dudley
Better Properties N. Proctor
List Price
$274,900
Sold Price
$260,250
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,650
-5.33%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.00%
Original Mortgage
$255,535
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 28, 2002
Sold by
Dorosz Thomas M
Bought by
The Thomas M Dorosz Sr Living Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Njuguna Fiona Wangari | $525,000 | Wfg National Title Company Of | |
| Pearson Cody C | $350,000 | None Available | |
| Luff Brooke | $259,969 | Chicago Title | |
| The Thomas M Dorosz Sr Living Trust | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Kimani Naomi Muthoni | $555,860 | |
| Closed | Njuguna Fiona Wangari | $20,562 | |
| Closed | Njuguna Fiona Wangari | $514,066 | |
| Previous Owner | Pearson Cody C | $362,705 | |
| Previous Owner | Pearson Cody C | $358,050 | |
| Previous Owner | Luff Brooke | $256,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Luff Brooke | $255,535 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2023 06/23/23 | Sold | $525,000 | 0.0% | $316 / Sq Ft |
| 05/24/2023 05/24/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/12/2023 05/12/23 | For Sale | $525,000 | +50.0% | $316 / Sq Ft |
| 05/01/2020 05/01/20 | Sold | $350,000 | 0.0% | $211 / Sq Ft |
| 03/31/2020 03/31/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/27/2020 03/27/20 | For Sale | $350,000 | +34.5% | $211 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2017 07/01/17 | Sold | $260,250 | -1.8% | $157 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2017 05/08/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/03/2017 05/03/17 | Price Changed | $265,000 | -3.6% | $160 / Sq Ft |
| 04/07/2017 04/07/17 | For Sale | $274,900 | -- | $166 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,568 | $503,400 | $207,400 | $296,000 |
| 2024 | $4,568 | $484,100 | $194,400 | $289,700 |
| 2023 | $4,568 | $422,000 | $191,500 | $230,500 |
| 2022 | $4,419 | $444,500 | $198,100 | $246,400 |
| 2021 | $4,207 | $322,500 | $125,500 | $197,000 |
| 2019 | $3,331 | $287,000 | $105,700 | $181,300 |
| 2018 | $3,475 | $277,700 | $99,400 | $178,300 |
| 2017 | $3,319 | $234,800 | $75,400 | $159,400 |
| 2016 | $2,862 | $193,300 | $54,800 | $138,500 |
| 2014 | $2,827 | $179,600 | $46,600 | $133,000 |
| 2013 | $2,827 | $171,300 | $44,600 | $126,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Randy Madson
-
Edwin Wahiu
E
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Edwin Wahiu
Skyline Properties, Inc
(425) 771-5020
2 in this area
29 Total Sales
-
B
Seller's Agent in 2020
Brian Richards
Redfin
-
Joe Beyer
Seller's Agent in 2017
Joe Beyer
HomeSmart Real Estate Associates
(206) 755-4412
1 Total Sale
-
Shannon Reynolds Dudley
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Shannon Reynolds Dudley
Better Properties N. Proctor
(253) 691-1800
89 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: 2066455
APN: 467500-0030
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