Kara Jess Real Estate Agent - Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

8506 Lake St SW, Lakewood, WA Pending $195,000 - listed by Kara Jess — Pending $195,000

Kara Jess listing agent for 497 Central Ave E, Tenino, WA - sold for $560,000 — Sold $560,000

4025 Brouse Blvd W, University Place, WA Pending $615,000 - listed by Kara Jess — Pending $615,000

Kara Jess buyer's agent for 13006 66th Avenue Ct E, Puyallup, WA - sold for $480,000 — Sold $480,000

Kara Jess

University Place WA

Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

63 Closed Sales

$36.3M Total Value

$365K - $1.6M Price Range

$575.6K Average Price

Prior 5 years

About Kara

Kara specializes in being a trustworthy advocate for each and every one of her clients. She offers years of experience across many different areas of real estate. She is certified as a Residential Real Estate Divorce Specialist and a Probate Certified Specialist. She holds the distinguished title of being a Certified Residential Specialist which only 2% of Realtors obtain. She also works with relocation clients, estate sales and specializes in real estate listings. When you work with Kara you can expect her to come show up with passion, a solution oriented mindset and with a bit of witty humor. Reach out today to connect!

Home Types: House, Condo, Mobile Homes, Multifamily, Lot/Land

Years of Experience: 10

Education: Liberty University

Transaction History

1 Year
2 Year
5 Year

Seller Deals
Total Deals	11
Total Value	$6,341,000
Average Sale Price	$576,455
Price Range	$275K - $900K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	6
Total Value	$2,906,500
Average Sale Price	$484,417
Price Range	$325K - $667K

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals
Total Deals	17
Total Value	$11,271,000
Average Sale Price	$663,000
Price Range	$275K - $1.6M

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	16
Total Value	$8,344,500
Average Sale Price	$521,531
Price Range	$325K - $775K

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals
Total Deals	37
Total Value	$22,646,999
Average Sale Price	$612,081
Price Range	$275K - $1.6M

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	26
Total Value	$13,617,450
Average Sale Price	$523,748
Price Range	$70K - $1.1M

5 Year View

Neighborhoods Kara is Experienced In

Kara's Listings and Deals

Kara's Active Listings

$195,000

Pending
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 736 Sq Ft
8506 Lake St SW

Lakewood, WA
Investor opportunity in Lakewood! This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath, 736-square-foot home is ready for a complete transformation. Situated on an approximately 3,000-square-foot lot, this single-story property offers potential for a renovation, flip, or addition to your investment portfolio. Conveniently located near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, parks, shopping, schools, and major commuter routes. Being sold

Kara Jess Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

$615,000

Pending
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,710 Sq Ft
4025 Brouse Blvd W

University Place, WA
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 1.75-bath residence tucked into a peaceful University Place neighborhood. Set on a level, beautifully landscaped .23-acre lot, this 1,710-square-foot home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates, offering the perfect canvas for your next chapter. Step inside to find warm hardwood floors, ceramic tile, and stone accents throughout,

Kara Jess Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

Recently Sold

$560,000

Sold Jun 22, 2026
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,224 Sq Ft
497 Central Ave E

Tenino, WA
- 7% Below List
- 18 Days On Market
- $174/SF
- Current Est. Value $612K
Kara Jess Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

$900,000

Sold May 19, 2026
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 3,192 Sq Ft
6003 98th St E

Puyallup, WA
- 10% Below List
- 59 Days On Market
- $282/SF
- Current Est. Value $920K
Kara Jess Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

$275,000

Sold Dec 29, 2025
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 493 Sq Ft
210 W Pioneer

Unit 207

Puyallup, WA
- 8% Below List
- 43 Days On Market
- $558/SF
- Current Est. Value $270K
Kara Jess Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

$310,000

Sold Dec 8, 2025
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,581 Sq Ft
18816 Rampart Dr SE

Yelm, WA
- 17% Below List
- 18 Days On Market
- $196/SF
- Current Est. Value $335K
Kara Jess Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

$495,000

Sold Dec 8, 2025
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 3,042 Sq Ft
8924 Butte Terrace SW

Lakewood, WA
- 12% Below List
- 12 Days On Market
- $163/SF
- Current Est. Value $537K
Kara Jess Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

$862,000

Sold Oct 6, 2025
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,749 Sq Ft
11508 Clover Crest Dr SW

Lakewood, WA
- 9% Below List
- 71 Days On Market
- $314/SF
- Current Est. Value $882K
Kara Jess Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

$800,000

Sold Oct 3, 2025
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,532 Sq Ft
10316 177th Ave E

Bonney Lake, WA
- 9% Below List
- 81 Days On Market
- $316/SF
- Current Est. Value $831K
Kara Jess Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

$618,000

Sold Oct 1, 2025
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,345 Sq Ft
12605 179th St E

Puyallup, WA
- 8% Below List
- 101 Days On Market
- $264/SF
- Current Est. Value $654K
Kara Jess Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

$481,000

Sold Sep 15, 2025
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,120 Sq Ft
2221 E 38th St

Tacoma, WA
- 1% Above List
- 8 Days On Market
- $429/SF
- Current Est. Value $479K
Kara Jess Engel & Volkers Chambers Bay

Awards and Designations

CPRES - Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist
CRS - Certified Residential Specialist
CDS - Divorce Specialist Certification

Other Experience

First Time Homebuyers, Investments, Military Families, Senior Communities, Luxury Homes

Kara Jess

(253) 300-4540

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Kara Jess

About Kara

Transaction History

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Production Over Time

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Production Over Time

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Production Over Time

5 Year View

Neighborhoods Kara is Experienced In

Kara's Listings and Deals

Kara's Active Listings

Recently Sold

Awards and Designations

Other Experience