Listed by Better Properties Real Estate, Bought with Keller Williams Rty Tacoma
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8609 Forest Ave SW Lakewood, WA 98498

Central Lakes Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $578,841 - $630,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,898 Sq Ft
$320/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 28, 2018

Last sale price $349,000 $184 Per Sq Ft

Est. 74% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,767/month

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Patio
  • Wood Flooring
  • Garage
  • Level Lot

About This Home

As of September 2018

Gorgeous remodeled 3 bdrm 1.5 bath home on over a quater acre with Huge 660 sq ft shop with vaulted ceiling. Countless new/updated amenities throughout: hardwoods refinished, new flooring, appliances, granite countertops, fixtures, lighting, plumbing, service panel, exterior/interior paint, crawl space... Two car attached garage, big driveway with plenty of room for you RV. Quiet, nice and upcoming neighborhood with easy to maintain yard perfect for entertaining. Pictures say it all, MUST SEE!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dave Gebauer

Better Properties Real Estate License #58225 Listed on: 07/19/2018

Better Properties Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Heidi Moran

Keller Williams Rty Tacoma License #118456

Keller Williams Rty Tacoma

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1328975

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,434

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 0.28

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Additional Features

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Level Lot
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Lake City Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 500500-036-0

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,434

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Laminate, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Range/Oven
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1.50
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplaces Main: 2
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1898
  • Square Footage Finished: 1898

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached, Garage-Detached
  • Total Covered Parking: 3

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Power Company: Lakewood
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Pierce Co
  • Water Company: Lakewood
  • Water Heater: Garage-Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Lake City
  • Project: Lake City

Schools

  • School District: CLP

Lot Info

  • Lot Number: 5
  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 12000
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Level
  • Parcel Number: 500500-036-0
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Level

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 3960

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2018
Closed on
Sep 27, 2018
Sold by
Roadgilde Limited Llc
Bought by
Ward Sandra Marie and Ward Alan Tanner
Seller's Agent
Dave Gebauer
Better Properties Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Heidi Moran
Keller Williams Rty Tacoma
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$349,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,000
-6.93%
Current Estimated Value
$608,210

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$259,210
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.01%
Original Mortgage
$284,086
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2018
Closed on
Sep 25, 2018
Sold by
Marchio Geriann H
Bought by
Hampton Robert D and Hampton Patricia A
Seller's Agent
Dave Gebauer
Better Properties Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Heidi Moran
Keller Williams Rty Tacoma
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$349,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,000
-6.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,086
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 2018
Sold by
Bomkamp Gerd Eli
Bought by
Roadglide Limited Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,000
Interest Rate
4.32%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
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
Ward Sandra Marie $348,719 Attorneys Title
Hampton Robert D $4,519 Rainier Title
Roadglide Limited Llc $219,719 Attorneys Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ward Sandra Marie $35,000
Open Ward Sandra Marie $307,700
Closed Ward Sandra Marie $304,000
Closed Ward Sandra Marie $284,086
Previous Owner Roadglide Limited Llc $153,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/28/2018 09/28/18 Sold $349,000 0.0% $184 / Sq Ft
09/17/2018 09/17/18 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2018 09/04/18 Price Changed $349,000 -2.9% $184 / Sq Ft
08/02/2018 08/02/18 Price Changed $359,500 -4.1% $189 / Sq Ft
07/19/2018 07/19/18 For Sale $375,000 -- $198 / 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 $5,434 $559,200 $204,300 $354,900
2024 $5,434 $548,500 $209,000 $339,500
2023 $5,434 $504,600 $208,300 $296,300
2022 $5,329 $533,100 $218,500 $314,600
2021 $4,972 $383,100 $134,000 $249,100
2019 $4,067 $351,200 $116,500 $234,700
2018 $3,960 $341,400 $100,400 $241,000
2017 $3,744 $268,400 $81,100 $187,300
2016 $3,242 $209,200 $51,700 $157,500
2014 $2,841 $204,200 $48,600 $155,600
2013 $2,841 $186,100 $40,100 $146,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Dave Gebauer

    Better Properties Real Estate

    (253) 223-3283

    1 in this area

    6 Total Sales

    Dave Gebauer
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  • H

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Heidi Moran

    Keller Williams Rty Tacoma

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1328975

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 500500-0360

Washington Pierce County Lakewood 98498 Central Lakes

8609 Forest Ave SW, Lakewood, WA

This home is located at 8609 Forest Ave SW, Lakewood, WA 98498 since 19 July 2018 and is currently estimated at $608,210, approximately $320 per square foot. This property was built in 1959. 8609 Forest Ave SW is a home located in Pierce County with nearby schools including Lake Louise Elementary School, Thomas Middle School, and Lakes High School.

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