NOT LISTED FOR SALE

840 S 297th Place Federal Way, WA 98003

Marine Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $600,000 - $733,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,770 Sq Ft
$375/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 20, 2019

Last sale price $366,000 $207 Per Sq Ft

Est. 81% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,168/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Territorial View
  • Community Pool
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Tennis Courts

About This Home

As of September 2019

Unique mid century modern home in Marine Hills on an almost half acre lot. Bring your tools to restore/update this home! Large open living spaces with wood ceilings, exposed beams, and floor to ceiling windows. Features include: built-in closets, two sided fireplace, upscale appliances, and a built-in vacuum system. Outside you'll find a workshop above an underground wine cellar! Mature fruit trees line the yard and gardening spaces. Home is being sold AS-IS, estate seller to make no repairs.

Last Listed By

Kalviny Man

KW Mountains to Sound Realty Listed on: 09/05/2019

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1515218

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,409

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden

Parking

  • Attached Carport

Home Design

  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Built-Up Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Territorial Views
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Slate Flooring
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5151600255

Community Details

Overview

  • Marine Hills Community

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,409

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story W/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Wine Cellar, Bath Off Master, Built-In Vacuum, Skylights
  • Floor Covering: Slate, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Bathrooms: 2.50
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Lower: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Basement: Daylight, Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Family Room: Lower
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2380
  • Square Footage Finished: 1770
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 610

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement/Concrete, Wood
  • Roof: Built-Up, Flat
  • View: Territorial
  • Pool: Community

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Carport-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Sewer Company: Lakehaven
  • Water Company: Lakehaven
  • Water Heater: Basement-Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Marine Hills
  • Project: Marine Hills 01
  • Community Features: Tennis Courts

Schools

  • Elementary School: Nautilus Elem
  • Middle School: Sacajawea Jnr High
  • High School: Federal Way Snr High
  • School District: FED

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 13-14
  • Lot Dimensions: 104 x 164 x 190 x 128
  • Lot Sq Ft: 20362
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope
  • Parcel Number: 5151600255
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Level, Partial Slope

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 3877

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2020
Sold by
Terrain 840 Llc
Bought by
Gracey Lance R
Total Days on Market
1
Current Estimated Value
$664,105

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$470,000
Interest Rate
3.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2019
Closed on
Sep 19, 2019
Sold by
Bronger Jones Elizabeth and Bronger John T
Bought by
Terrain 840 Llc
Seller's Agent
Kalviny Man
KW Mountains to Sound Realty
List Price
$359,000
Sold Price
$366,000
Premium/Discount to List
$7,000
1.95%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.66%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2003
Sold by
Bronger John T and Bronger Penelope D
Bought by
Bronger John T and Bronger Penelope D
Source: Public Records

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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
Gracey Lance R $540,000 Ticor Title
Terrain 840 Llc $366,000 None Available
Bronger John T -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gracey Lance R $461,528
Closed Gracey Lance R $470,000
Previous Owner Bronger John T $35,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/20/2019 09/20/19 Sold $366,000 +1.9% $207 / Sq Ft
09/06/2019 09/06/19 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2019 09/05/19 For Sale $359,000 -- $203 / 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 $5,409 $538,000 $188,000 $350,000
2023 $5,357 $487,000 $171,000 $316,000
2022 $4,747 $526,000 $174,000 $352,000
2021 $4,322 $417,000 $159,000 $258,000
2020 $4,124 $356,000 $146,000 $210,000
2018 $4,370 $335,000 $118,000 $217,000
2017 $3,919 $306,000 $111,000 $195,000
2016 $4,116 $274,000 $111,000 $163,000
2015 $3,761 $276,000 $103,000 $173,000
2014 -- $258,000 $96,000 $162,000
2013 -- $235,000 $92,000 $143,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kalviny Man

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Kalviny Man

    KW Mountains to Sound Realty

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1515218

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 515160-0255

Washington King County Federal Way 98003 Marine Hills

840 S 297th Place, Federal Way, WA

This home is located at 840 S 297th Place, Federal Way, WA 98003 since 05 September 2019 and is currently estimated at $664,105, approximately $375 per square foot. This property was built in 1959. 840 S 297th Place is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Nautilus K-8 School, Sacajawea Middle School, and Federal Way High School.

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