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Fircrest 3 Bedroom Contemporary Home!
909 Altadena Dr, Fircrest
The Essentials:
3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms
2,308 Sq. Ft.
3 Car Attached Garage
8,470 Sq. Ft. Lot
Landscaped with Sprinkler System
Offered for $429,900
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Sitting proudly on a 2,308 sq. ft. lot in picturesque Fircrest this contemporary home offers
3 bedrooms + a den and 2.5 bathrooms with a generous 3 car garage.
The charming front porch welcomes you to the turn key home.
As you enter the foyer soaring ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors greet you. The den is to the left
along with the powder room.
Continue into the dining room and living room which flow effortlessly into the well appointed
kitchen and overlook the landscaped backyard.
Beautiful cherry cabinets, slab granite counter tops, and tile floors wait in the kitchen.
Island seating for a casual meal as well as a breakfast nook.
Continue into the spacious family room, behind the beautiful built in cabinetry is a
Murphy bed! The perfect spot for overnight guests or to enjoy a movie marathon!
Upstairs you will find a generous master suite with dual walk in closets and 5 piece bathroom.
Two walk in closets for all your storage needs!
5 piece master bathroom with a corner soaking tub and private commode.
Two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom are also upstairs.
Meander outside to the patio and enjoy the tranquil territorial view.
The yard is fully landscaped with a sprinkler system!
The convenient Fircrest location makes it a quick trip to all that Tacoma and University Place
have to offer such as shopping at Whole Food Market, Trader Joe’s, and the Tacoma Mall.
You’re minutes from the famed Fircrest Golf Club which offers an 18 hole golf course, club house, and a pool.
Bellarmine Preparatory School is also only 10 minutes away!
Commuting is a breeze with easy access
to Hwy 16.
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3 Bedroom Gig Harbor Rambler with Basement!
10716 33rd Av Ct NW, Gig Harbor
The Essentials:
2,174 Sq. Ft.
12,933 Sq. Ft. Lot
3 Bedrooms + Den / 2 Bathrooms
2 Car Attached Garage
Offered for $415,000
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Conveniently located off of Peacock Hill Ave NW in Gig Harbor, nestled between the Harbor waterfront and
Gig Harbor North on a private lot this 3 bedroom + den home is well appointed with gleaming
hardwood floors throughout most of the main floor.
The living room is flooded in natural light and overlooks the peaceful backyard.
Continue into the well appointed kitchen with slab granite counters, ample cabinet space,
and stainless steel appliance.
The kitchen flows effortlessly into the dining room with vaulting ceilings and
a cozy gas fireplace. The slider leads to the spacious deck and backyard perfect for
BBQs and dining alfresco!
Off the living room is the main floor master bedroom with an attached five piece bathroom.
Elegant master bathroom with a large soaking tub and granite slab counters.
There is a den next to the master bedroom that would work great as a nursery or home office.
Another main floor full bathroom and bedroom and a lower level bedroom as well!
Outside you will find a spacious deck ideal for BBQs and a landscaped yard
perfect for playing with plenty of space to add some garden beds if you
would like to grow your own veggies!
There is also a pond that you could add some koi fish to, or simply enjoy the beauty of the
mature landscaping.
The location is ideal, you’re less than 10 minutes by car or a 30 minute walk from all of the shopping
conveniences Gig Harbor North as to offer. The Tom Taylor Family YMCA and St. Anthony
Hospital are also minutes away. Play a round of golf at Canterwood Golf & Country Club
or hike the trails of McCormick Forest Park. For some waterfront fun venture down to the
Harbor waterfront where you can shop, dine, and stroll. Enjoy a locally brewed
craft beer at 7 Seas Brewery, fresh seafood at Anthony’s, or sit on the deck of
Tides Tavern and watch the boat traffic!
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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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University Place 3 Bedroom Rambler Blocks from Town Center!
7701 37th St W, University Place
The Essentials:
1,474 Sq. Ft.
10,600 Sq. Ft. Lot
3 Bedrooms / 1.5 Bathrooms
2 Car Attached Garage
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University Place gem! 1,474 sq. ft. 3 bedroom rambler that has been meticulously maintained and recently updated by the owner of 22 years.
Sitting proudly on a 10,600 sq. ft. fully landscaped lot with a sprinkler system and lighting which makes it look magical after dark.
As you enter the foyer there are tile floors underfoot which are ideal for the wet Pacific Northwest weather!
Continue into the living room and admire the gleaming hardwood floors, they are orignial to the home.
The large front window bathes the room in soft natural light.
Enjoy the ease of a natural gas fireplace as well, no need to stock the wood box here!
Just up the road is the University Place Library where you can pick up the latest best seller to enjoy by the fire!
The hardwood floors continue into the dining room.
Open the French doors and dine alfresco under the covered outdoor room on the entertainment size deck overlooking the lush backyard.
The kitchen has been tastefully updated with refaced cabinets, Corian counter tops, and easy to maintain tile floors.
The casual dining area overlooks the backyard, enjoy a steaming cup of coffee or tea and keep an eye out for deer lounging under the evergreens.
Step out the French doors in the dining room and enjoy the tranquility of the landscaped backyard.
Maintenance is easy with a mowing edge and in ground sprinkler system.
Other upgrades include the high efficiency gas furnace, central air conditioning, one year new gas hot water tank, and the galvanized piping has been replaced as well.
This home sits on a dead end street and the mature landscaping provides plenty of privacy from the friendly neighbors.
The University Place School District will not disappoint you. It’s a quick walk to the Town Center where you will find Jersey Mike’s Subs, Whole Foods Market, Traders, Joes, and Starbucks.
Pick up something special for your 4 legged friend at Mudd Bay.
If you’re looking for more room to roam Chambers Bay Regional Park is nearby, or play like the pros at Chambers Bay Golf Course.
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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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Whitley Hills 4 Bedroom Home!
7613 44th St Ct NW, Gig Harbor
The Essentials:
2,895 Sq. Ft.
13,232 Sq. Ft. Lot
4 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms
Den & Bonus Rooms
3 Car Attached Garage
Landscaped Lot with Sprinkler System
Offered for $529,500
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As you approach this handsome Whitley Hills home nestled in the maritime city of Gig Harbor you are greeted by mature landscaping that is easy to maintain with a sprinkler system.
Pass into the foyer and notice the gleaming hardwood floors underfoot. The floor plan is ideal for entertaining with ample space for everyone. The den is to the right and there is also a powder room, ideal for guests, on the main floor.
The living room has a gas fireplace to keep you cozy and the dining room overlooks the backyard and territorial views.
Continue past the dining room and into the updated kitchen with crisp white cabinets and granite counters.
The family room is immediately beyond the kitchen and is the perfect spot to curl up with a book or watch a movie marathon in front of the gas fireplace!
The deck is just off the kitchen ideal for BBQs and dining alfresco! Enjoy your favorite beverage in the hot tub after a long day. There is green space behind the property which provides great privacy!
Head upstairs and you’ll find a spacious master suite behind French doors.
The master bathroom with not disappoint with crisp white cabinets, a tile shower, and matching tub surround – unwind in the tub overlooking the backyard!
There are 3 more bedrooms and a full bathroom as well as a bonus room upstairs. Explore the expansive backyard. The sprinkler system makes watering a breeze! Enjoy a brisk hike just 10 minutes away at Kopachuck State Park where you can also watch the sunset over the Puget Sound. If you want to sneak in a round of golf Gig Harbor Golf Club is only 5 minutes away by car.
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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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