NOT LISTED FOR SALE

948 S Aurora Ave Tacoma, WA 98465

West End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,087,000 - $1,377,949

4 Beds
1 Bath
3,192 Sq Ft
$387/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 29, 2017

Last sale price $650,000 $204 Per Sq Ft

Est. 90% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,937/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of a Sound
  • Fruit Trees
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of December 2017

Mid- Century Modern with knock-out views of the Sound, Olympics & Bridges! 4 bed/2 1/2 bth. Mstr on main, boasting incredible views as well, & main level laundry room. Huge eat-in kitchen open to family room w/ fireplace. Expansive wall of windows run the entire living room & dining room. Down the open hardwood staircase; 2 bedrooms, a large family room, shop/craft room and tons of storage. The professionally landscaped, fully irrigated lot is .42 acre. 2 car attached garage and in ground pool.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cindy Stewart

Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay License #27518 Listed on: 12/01/2017

Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay

Co-Listed By

JoAnn Jett

Windermere Chambers Bay

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Rickey

RE/MAX Northwest License #79320

RE/MAX Northwest

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM1219496

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,052

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Sprinkler System
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Views of a Sound
  • Bay
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Built-Up Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bathroom
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Slate Flooring
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Narrows Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 623500-043-0

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,052

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

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Listing Details

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

Interior Features

  • Features: Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, Skylights
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Laminate, Slate, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2.25
  • Bathrooms Main: Lower
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Lower: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplaces Main: 2
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Family Room: Lower
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3192
  • Square Footage Finished: 3192
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 588

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Built-Up
  • View: Bay, Mountain, Sound, Territorial
  • Pool: In-Ground

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: TPU
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: TPU
  • Water Company: TPU
  • Water Heater: Basement-Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Name: Narrows
  • Project: Narrowmoor

Schools

  • Elementary School: Geiger
  • High School: Wilson
  • School District: TAC

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 18200
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
  • Parcel Number: 623500-043-0
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 10041

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2017
Closed on
Dec 21, 2017
Sold by
Barker Donald
Bought by
Morgan Todd and Morgan Tracy
Seller's Agent
Cindy Stewart
Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay
Buyer's Agent
Tom Rickey
RE/MAX Northwest
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
8.51%
Current Estimated Value
$1,236,487

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$586,487
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.89%
Original Mortgage
$552,500
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2011
Sold by
Barker Donald B
Bought by
Barker Donald B and Jane B Barker Survivors Trust
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
Morgan Todd $649,719 Ticor Title
Barker Donald B -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Morgan Todd $500,000
Closed Morgan Todd M $250,000
Closed Morgan Todd $590,000
Closed Morgan Todd Michael $592,000
Closed Morgan Todd Michael $37,000
Closed Morgan Todd $32,500
Closed Morgan Todd $552,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/29/2017 12/29/17 Sold $650,000 +8.5% $204 / Sq Ft
12/04/2017 12/04/17 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2017 12/01/17 For Sale $599,000 -- $188 / 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 $13,052 $1,306,200 $752,300 $553,900
2024 $13,052 $1,257,100 $729,500 $527,600
2023 $13,052 $1,174,100 $727,700 $446,400
2022 $12,119 $1,252,500 $754,100 $498,400
2021 $11,158 $889,100 $511,500 $377,600
2019 $9,695 $823,800 $456,400 $367,400
2018 $11,041 $747,100 $397,400 $349,700
2017 $10,041 $699,900 $364,600 $335,300
2016 $8,891 $566,600 $275,100 $291,500
2014 $7,766 $512,000 $255,400 $256,600
2013 $7,766 $473,300 $229,200 $244,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Cindy Stewart

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Cindy Stewart

    Engel & Voelkers Chambers Bay

    (253) 370-3473

    3 in this area

    102 Total Sales

    Cindy Stewart
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    JoAnn Jett

    Windermere Chambers Bay

  • Tom Rickey

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Tom Rickey

    RE/MAX Professionals

    (253) 318-0036

    4 in this area

    64 Total Sales

    Tom Rickey
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM1219496

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 623500-0430

Washington Pierce County Tacoma 98465 West End

948 S Aurora Ave, Tacoma, WA

This home is located at 948 S Aurora Ave, Tacoma, WA 98465 since 01 December 2017 and is currently estimated at $1,236,487, approximately $387 per square foot. This property was built in 1959. 948 S Aurora Ave is a home located in Pierce County with nearby schools including Geiger Montessori School, Truman Middle School, and Foss High School.

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