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Exceptional 5 Views Remodeled Home in Tacoma
6430 View Ridge Dr., Tacoma
The Essentials:
4,888 Sq. Ft.
4 Bedrooms/ 3.5 Bathrooms
30,128 Sq. Ft. Lot
Garage and Carport for 3 Cars
Offered for: $925,000
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This exquisite home is on a large lot and is just beaming with pride in mid-century modern architecture!
Enjoy exceptional views year round of the Puget Sound, The Tacoma Narrows Bridge, mountains and more!
The current owners took a lot of pride in the renovation of this home and the details are impeccable. The living room features a cozy gas fireplace and full length brick wall and hearth.
Making your way around the main floor you’ll immediately take in all of the windows that open to the expansive wrap around deck. This is another lounging around space that leads to an outdoor living room as well
Enjoy year round entertaining while soaking in the views on the covered outdoor living room. The heaters above will keep you warm no matter the weather.
You’ll see that the living area opens to the formal dining room and the expansive wood wrapped windows allow all of the beauty and natural light in.
The wood wrapped windows make for an elegant dining space to enjoy formal or even casual meals
This modern kitchen won’t disappoint and is fully equipped with everything you need to entertain
As you enter the master bedroom you’ll take note of the cozy gas fireplace and room for your wall mounted tv.
The Master Bathroom features a walk in shower and tile throughout
This closet in the Master Suite is thoughtfully designed to keep you well organized
One of the 2 additional bedrooms upstairs with hardwood flooring
The third bedroom upstairs with hardwood flooring
A full bathroom on the main floor features custom tile work
As you make your way downstairs, you won’t want to miss the wine cellar and cork wall decor!
The downstairs space is expansive and has all the space you need for entertaining. Check out the wet bar!
Another view of this tremendous bonus space and yet there’s even more…..
Appropriately named the man cave, have the fellas grab a cold one from the wet bar and watch the action of your favorite sports team!
Head on out to the patio to relax all year round in the hot tub!
And the space just goes on! What would you use this for? A craft area or playroom?
The bedroom downstairs could be the perfect space for your teen or college student
Nothing was spared in the remodel of this truly exceptional home! Note the quality in details of the bathroom downstairs. It is simply beautiful!
Located in the desirable North End of Tacoma and minutes to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, this exceptional home is perfect for year round entertaining! Explore several waterfront parks and beaches as you walk, run or stroll Ruston Way. With views of Mount Rainier to the West, the Olympic Mountain Range to the East and Commencement Bay, there’s no better place to spend a sunny afternoon or take an after-dinner stroll. Rent a boat for the day, a kayak or a paddle board or take a leisurely stroll on the fabulous Tacoma Waterfront and have a cup of award winning chowder at Duke’s Chowderhouse outdoor on the patio. Relax in a reclining lounge chair and catch a great new release at the Ruston Way Theatre! There are so many wonderful restaurants to choose from so close by and entertainment and shopping opportunities, too. Within blocks you can jump on the freeway and enjoy easy access to wherever you desire to be!
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Gig Harbor 4 Bedroom Home in Point Evans Ridge For Sale!
1208 27th St Ct NW, Gig Harbor
The Essentials:
2,078 Sq. Ft.
4 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms
13,577 Sq. Ft. Lot
3 Car Attached Garage
Offered for $415,000
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Just over the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, in the maritime city of Gig Harbor, this 4 bedroom,
2.5 bathroom home sits proudly on a landscaped lot in the Point Evans Ridge neighborhood.
As you pass into the foyer you are greeted by vaulting ceilings and hardwood floors.
Continue past the living and dining rooms and you will find the spacious kitchen that overlooks
the tranquil backyard. There is ample cabinet space and Corian counters.
The family room has a cozy gas fireplace perfect for winter time!
Island seating for a casual meal, or a great spot to watch the chef hard at work!
The glass slider leads to the deck, perfect for BBQs!
Upstairs you will find a spacious master suite with a 5 piece bathroom including a soaking tub.
There is another full bathroom and 3 spare bedrooms upstairs as well.
Outside you’ll find a fully fenced backyard with plenty of room for playing or pets.
Mature landscaping provides ample privacy.
The location of this home is ideal if you are commuting! Located off the first exit over the Tacoma Narrow’s
Bridge making for a quick trip to Tacoma or further east on Hwy 16. You’re also only an 8
minute drive from the heart of the harbor where you can stroll along Harborview Dr
and enjoy local shops and restaurants. Enjoy breakfast on the water at NetShed No. 9, or
a steaming hot cup of coffee while painting pottery at Java & Clay Cafe, it’s fun for all ages!
Don’t miss the waterfront Farmer’s Market at Skansie Brothers Park on Thursdays
from 3 pm – 7 pm beginning June 1st and running until August 31st.
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3 Bedroom Rambler in Lakewood!
9018 Wildwood Ave SW, Lakewood
The Essentials:
1,693 Sq. Ft.
10,440 Sq. Ft. Lot
3 Bedrooms / 1 Bathroom
Attached Garage and Carport
Offered for $245,000
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As you enter this 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,693 sq. ft. home in Lakewood you are welcomed by parquet floors
and a wood burning fireplace. Continue from the living room into the dining room and kitchen.
There is ample storage in the kitchen and the slider leads to the enclosed patio area.
Bring your imagination and tool belt, there is plenty of sweat-equity in this home!
There is also a spacious family room with a gas stove.
Beyond the enclosed patio is the backyard where you will find ample extra storage!
There is also an expansive lawn waiting for your green thumb!
Nestled in Lakewood just minutes from American Lake and American Lake Park where
you can launch your boat at the public boat launch, swim, or enjoy the playground while you picnic.
A bit further away, but worth the drive, is Fort Steilacoom Park which offers a plethora of outdoor activity
options. Head to Lakewood Towne Center to catch a movie at the AMC Lowes Theater or dine out at one of the
many restaurants in the area. You can also head west and enjoy the quaint waterfront city of Steilacoom where you can watch
the ferries come and go to Anderson and Ketron Islands and enjoy stunning sunsets over the Olympic Mountains.
Conveniently located near I-5 making a commute to Tacoma or Olympia a breeze and less than 10 minutes from Joint Base Lewis- McCord!
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Turn Key North Tacoma 4 Bedroom Home!
1205 N Anderson St, Tacoma
The Essentials:
2,939 Sq. Ft.
5,000 Sq. Ft. Lot
4 Bedrooms / 3 Bathrooms
Fully Fenced Backyard
2 Car Garage with alley access
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Nestled in North Tacoma between the University of Puget Sound and 6th Avenue this 2,939
sq. ft. 4 bedroom / 3 bathroom home has been totally updated. As you enter the light and bright
living room you are greeted by gleaming hardwood floors, beautiful white mill work, and a gas fireplace.
Continue into the dining room with charming built in.
Pass into the crisp white kitchen with a subway tile backsplash, quartz counters,
and brand new stainless steel appliances. Breakfast nook in the back is perfect for a causal meal!
If you’re taking a break from being the in-home chef you’re minuets away from a plethora of dining choices. Cook’s Tavern is a new favorite!
MSM Deli offers a variety of delicious deli sandwiches to go, or try the creative brunch menu at Dirty Oscar’s Annex.
Engine House No. 9, Primo Grill, and Asado are just a few of the other dining choices!
This spacious home features two master bedrooms. The master on the main has beautiful hardwood floors
and an attached full bathroom with a claw foot tub!
All your worries will disappear when you take a dip in the tub! Your own private oasis.
The second master bedroom is located upstairs and also has an attached full bath.
Second master bathroom has dual sinks and a subway tile shower!
Outside there is a fully fenced backyard and a 2 car garage with alley access!
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Pierce County Housing Report 2016 Recap / 2017 Outlook
The U.S. economy is providing a very positive backdrop of low unemployment, new highs in the stock market, and housing appreciation is firmly on the march. Pierce County is also enjoying it’s share of good news and economic fortune, 2016 was a great year of continued recovery. Looking ahead, Pierce County has some serious considerations that will determine it’s future and the role it plays in our region’s economy. First, here are the end of year end numbers as measured December 31, 2016.
Inventory – DOWN – 17%
Closings – UP – 7.9%
Median Price – UP – 10.5%
New Pending Contracts – UP – 13.8%
Pierce County, by these numbers, has only 1.7 months worth of inventory. We consider 3-5 months worth of inventory to be a balanced market so there is clearly need of more homes to sell in order to satisfy current buyer demand.
Prices in Pierce County are up 26% in the last 3 years (compounded rate of 8% annually) and the median price has fully recovered from the great recession.
As shown by our Pierce County Median Price Index we are at our pre-recession peak. By comparison, King County prices are 13% above their previous peak. The affordability index in Pierce is fully 45 points better than King County.
This recovery in price also means we have far fewer homeowners with negative equity. When a homeowner owes a mortgage balance greater than their home value they have negative equity. In 2011 & 2012 we were seeing negative equity rates in Pierce County upwards of 26% of all mortgages. Measured in the second quarter of 2016 the rate was a much improved 9.7%.
Price recovery is accompanied with Velocity and Volume recovery. Last year Pierce County sold 15,082 residential units representing a 13% increase over 2015. This amounted to just over 5 billion in sales and is expected to top 6 billion in 2017.
I feel bad clouding this good news with the following, but it clearly is an issue that is relevant to the health and future of our Pierce County Housing Market.
Here it is: Jobs, Jobs, Jobs.
The King County market is red, no….white hot! Why? The King County number of jobs per resident is 207, in Pierce County the number of jobs per resident is 82. The unemployment rate in Seattle is 3.7% while in Pierce County it is 6%. Compare Pierce to U.S. with unemployment rate of 4.7% and see the weak recovery path in the graph below.
After each of the 3 previous recessions, Pierce County unemployment recovery was better. In the 90’s Pierce recovered to 4.5% unemployment, the pre-recession recovery was in the 5’s, while the current recovery has only reached 6% and it appears to be a post recovery low.
Pierce County’s per capital income is $45,000 and would not be that good were it not for King County jobs. We are fighting a trend of becoming a bedroom community.
Fully 135,000 Pierce County residents have jobs outside the county. Put another way, 40% of the non-military work force don’t work here.
The effect on real estate is the commuter buyer/renter is a big part of our market and will continue to be that way until Pierce County improves it’s workforce skill and attracts new businesses.
With the Pierce County shortage of inventory and the pressure of high prices in King County, homeowners in our area will enjoy another year of increased values, likely in the 9-10% range.
Buyers will need to be fully pre-approved, able to react quickly, and be open to the idea they will likely compete for their dream home.
Yes, it will be a good year for real estate in 2017, but there is work to do if Pierce County wants to be more than just a place for Seattle skilled workers and executives to come home and sleep until they can afford a home closer to their job.
North Tacoma Four Bedroom Bungalow
3816 N Stevens St, Tacoma
The Essentials:
2,716 Total Sq. Ft.
1,612 Finished Sq. Ft.
1,104 Sq. Ft. Unfinished Basement
6,360 Sq. Ft. Lot
4 Bedrooms / 1. 75 Bathrooms
1 Car Detached Garage
Commencement Bay View
Offered for $419,000
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Perched on a lot adjacent to Sherman Elementary halfway between Proctor and Point Ruston
this 1916 home is what you have been waiting for.
The charming front porch welcomes you to this North Tacoma bungalow overlooking Commencement Bay.
Gleaming original hardwood floors greet you as you pass through the foyer into the generous dining room.
There are original craftsman details throughout the home such as the beautiful white mill work and
boxed beam ceilings. The dining room flows effortlessly into the living room, ideal for entertaining.
The elegant, yet comfortable living room overlooks Commencement Bay.
The wood burning fireplace and double pane windows will keep you cozy.
The updated kitchen is sure to please with crisp white cabinets and granite tile counter tops.
The breakfast bar is ideal for a casual meal and the door to the right of the stove leads to the
huge unfinished basement with ample storage and built in shelves. Perfect for your dry goods!
There are two bedrooms on the main floor and a full bathroom.
Upstairs you will find the master suite with two closets, one of which is a walk in that leads to the 3/4 bathroom.
The tranquil master bedroom. One of the closets is to the left.
The walk in closet leads to the private 3/4 bathroom. Soak away your worries at the end of the day.
There is also a bonus room upstairs with a Commencement Bay view. This makes a lovely
addition to the master suite, or could be a play room, art studio, home office…?
You will also find the 4th bedroom upstairs.
Outside in the easy to maintain backyard you will find the detached one car garage.
Easily accessed from the alley with an additional parking spot to the left.
If you’re looking for more room to roam Jane Clark Park is a quick 8 minute walk away.
You can also walk south to N 36th St and you can meander your way down to Ruston Way
where you can enjoy a multitude of restaurants and two miles of paved paths along the waterfront.
In the Proctor District you can stroll the quaint shops and grab a bite to eat. Don’t miss the
Saturday Farmer’s Market which runs from 9 am – 2 pm.
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One Level Turn-Key Condo in the Heart of Steilacoom!
704 Stevens St, Steilacoom
The Essentials:
1,549 Sq. Ft.
8,350 Sq. Ft. Lot
3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
2 Car Attached Garage
12′ x 34′ Detached Garage ~ Perfect for RV / Boat Storage!
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Pass into the foyer of this turn-key low maintenance 3 bedroom condo in the heart of Steilacoom and you are greeted by gleaming hardwood floors. The laundry room is conveniently to the right (perfect for wet weather!) and leads to the attached 2 car garage.
Continue into the living room that is bathed in soft natural light and overlooks the private, maintenance free backyard. The HOA dues cover the cost of outside maintenance, lawn care, insurance, and water, sewer, garbage. The open yet cozy layout provides a warm atmosphere for entertaining guests. Or, curl up in front of the gas fireplace with a book, it ignites with the flip of a switch.
Overlooking the living room is the well appointed kitchen with gleaming hardwood floors, crisp white cabinets, and stainless steel appliances that stay with the home, including the French door refrigerator!
Gaze out the large window in the dining room at the manicured backyard. Dining alfresco is easy with the door leading to the patio.
Continue to the spacious master suite. There is ample closet space so no need to worry about sharing. Access to the backyard through the glass slider. Breathe in the salt air from the Puget Sound and relax in your private retreat.
Dual closets lead to the attached 5 piece master bathroom with a double vanity and jetted tub.
There are two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom, ideal for guests.
Enjoy the fully landscaped yard with no worry of maintaining it yourself, set up your hammock or a comfortable chair and relish in the ease of living here!
Be sure to check out the 12′ x 34′ detached garage that is included in the sale. The ideal spot to store your RV, boat, collector car, or …?
Living in Steilacoom is an easy choice to make! Whether you are retired or working this active community has a lot to offer. There are 12 public parks maintained by the city for you to enjoy. Cherrydale Park offers basketball and tennis courts as well as picnic tables. Meander through Farrells Marsh, a heavily wooded area which includes 3,500 ft. of fresh water shoreline, and you’ll feel as though you’re transported back in time. You can find wagon ruts from more than 150 years ago. There are two beachfront parks, Sunnyside Beach and Saltars Point Park, with saltwater access you won’t want to miss. They offer stunning views of the Puget Sound and hours of fun. There is easy access to Joint Base Lewis McCord without having to use the highway, it’s a quick 10 minute drive! The current owners will especially miss their quiet and friendly neighbors as well as the quaint businesses, restaurants, and cafes Steilacoom offers. Grab a steaming cup of coffee from Espresso by the Bay, or enjoy some live entertainment at Steilacoom Pub & Grill where you can also watch the ferries come and go from Anderson and Ketron Islands. Don’t miss Bair Bistro, a living museum that also serves up comfort food for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is houses is located within the historic Bair Drug and Hardware building, which was built in 1895.
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NW Contemporary Timber Framed Gig Harbor Waterfront Home!
10122 36th St NW, Gig Harbor
The Essentials:
4 Bedrooms / 4.5 Bathrooms
4,230 Sq. Ft.
1.57 Acre Gated Lot
83+ Ft of No Bank Waterfront on the Puget Sound
2 Car Attached Garage
Offered for $2,190,000
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Tucked away on a 1.57 acre gated lot in Gig Harbor this exquisite 4,230 sq. ft. 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom timber frame home is unsurpassed in quality and construction.
Pass through the foyer to the dining room. The beautiful hardwood floors can be found throughout most of the home.
Continue into the living room with a floor to ceiling propane fireplace as the centerpiece.
Step out onto the sun drenched deck and soak in the breathtaking Puget Sound view.
Dining alfresco is easy with the chef's kitchen only steps away.
High end Viking appliances, slab granite counter tops, and slate floors underfoot with a Puget Sound view to enjoy while cooking.
The main floor master is your own private retreat with a library / den attached and a spa like 5 piece bathroom as well as a private deck with Mt. Rainier views.
Imagine waking up to sweeping views and enjoying a steaming cup of coffee on the deck.
The propane fireplace will keep you cozy in the private den / library.
The master bathroom will not disappoint with a beautifully tiled shower with multiple shower heads, a soaking tub, dual vanities, and a large walk in closet.
There are three more bedrooms upstairs, one of which could function as a separate living quarters with an attached 3/4 bathroom and kitchenette.
Downstairs in the daylight walk out basement is the family room with a wet bar which makes entertaining a breeze as the outdoor kitchen is just steps away on the covered deck!
The covered deck overlooks the waterfront and beach and includes a beautiful water feature that culminates at the infinity hot tub which overlooks the water.
Step onto the manicured lawn and make you way to the beach! There is 83+ feet of waterfront which includes tideland rights. Drop your boat at the Horsehead Bay public boat launch and fill your cooler up at the Arletta Store on your way for a fun filled day on the water!
View of the impressive home and lot from the water. Although you may feel as though you're on vacation, you're only 10 minutes away from Hwy 16! The level lot also allows room for a second garage if you desire.
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North Slope Updated 3 Bedroom Craftsman Home!
708 North I St, Tacoma
The Essentials:
1,904 Finished Sq. Ft.
560 Sq. Ft. Unfinished Basement
6,500 Sq. Ft. Lot
3 Bedrooms / 1.5 Bathrooms
1 Car Detached Garage with Alley Access
Offered for $459,950
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Sitting elevated proudly on a 6,500 sq. ft. lot in the North Slope neighborhood of Tacoma this handsome 3 bedroom craftsman home was built in 1903 and has much of it's old world details intact. Lovingly updated by the current owners it is fondly remembered as;
"The house we brought all of our children home to after they were born. It grew with us for a long while before we just got to be too much family! We loved the beauty and flow of the house, how it could always accommodate a crowd, and the feel of the neighborhood." – Current Owners
The wide front porch welcomes you to the home. This is the perfect spot to enjoy a steaming cup of coffee in the morning as you watch the day unfold. There is even a peek-a-boo view of Puget Sound to enjoy! As you pass through the front door into the foyer you are greeted by gleaming hardwood floors and beautiful original woodwork.
The handsome woodwork continues into the living room.
Spacious formal dining room is beyond the living room. There is plenty of space for entertaining in this home! The bay window bathes the room in soft natural light.
You will not be disappointed as you step into the fully remodeled kitchen. New cabinets with recessed lighting, solid surface counter tops, and stainless steel appliances await! It's about a 10 minute walk to Dave's Meats and Produce, where you can find organic produce and a full service butcher! Enjoy sweeping views of Commencement Bay on the way! If you're taking the night off as chef there are a plethora of dining options in Stadium District, Downtown Tacoma, and bustling 6th Avenue. Shake Shake Shake is the perfect spot to bring the whole family for burgers, fries and shakes, or stroll down the street to The Parkway Tavern for a frothy craft beer.
Enjoy a casual meal while overlooking the backyard.
Step out the backdoor onto the covered back porch, this is the ideal spot for the BBQ! There is plenty of space in the backyard for gardening and playing.
Back inside you'll find a sun drenched office on the main floor as well as a 1/2 bathroom.
Upstairs there is a spacious master bedroom with two closets, and two more bedrooms.
There is also a fully remodeled five piece bathroom upstairs. The crisp white presentation is sure to please.
Downstairs is the unfinished basement which is where the laundry is located along with ample storage space!
There is a 1 car garage with alley access at the back of the lot. This is a dead-end alley with low traffic, perfect for a game of basketball or bike riding.
If you're looking for more room to roam you're only a 5 minute walk from North Slope Historic District Park, this 'Pocket Park' features a playground and was created in 2002.
Paradise Awaits! 3 Bedroom + Bonus University Place home with an In-ground Pool!
7413 22nd St W, University Place
The Essentials:
1,492 Sq. Ft.
11,000 Sq. Ft. Lot with In-ground Pool & Spa
3 Bedrooms + Bonus Room / 1.5 Bathrooms
Attached 1 Car Garage
Detached 2 Car Garage
Offered for $279,900
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As you approach this 3 bedroom University Place home you are greeted by the fully landscaped yard with mature plantings. As you pass through the foyer into the living room gleaming hardwood floors are underfoot. Just minutes to conveniences and within the University Place School District, the location is ideal.
The large front window allows ample natural light and the wood insert fireplace will keep you cozy all year round.
Continue into the dining room where you can catch a glimpse of paradise, the tropically landscaped backyard complete with an in-ground pool and spa! Stop by Harbor Greens for something fresh and delicious from the deli and dine alfresco next to the pool!
Past the dining room is the updated kitchen with a casual dining space also overlooking the backyard oasis. If you're taking the night off as chef, and dining out, you can enjoy lunch or dinner at Grassi's Ristorante, or a local favorite, Pine Cone Cafe. for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Step outside and you'll find yourself in "Paradise in U.P." as the owner fondly calls it.
“Don’t ever let anyone tell you having a pool is a hassle! The memories we have of all the family get togethers are ones we will carry with us forever. So much fun…you will not regret living here.” – current owner
You wil not be dissapointed by the beatifully landscapped yard and in-ground pool complete with a spa. There is also a pool cabana making cleaning up after swimming easy! Imagine the memories that will be made in your private oasis.
Lush tropical landscaping throughout the backyard, you'll feel as though you've escaped to the islands!
Back inside you'll find one of the bedrooms is being used as a media room. This cozy spot is perfect for enjoying a movie marathon when the weather isn't cooperating.
Full bathroom with ample storage and extensive tile work.
Upstairs there is a bonus room (with a closet) that could be used as a forth bedroom, office space, playroom, or an artistic retreat. The possibilities are endless.
Detached two car garage provides plenty of space for storage. The large driveway also offers RV parking.
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