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Last Sold Price
2 beds830 sqft$482/sqft
628 S Rochester St, Tacoma, WA 98465
Single FamilyProperty Type
7,000 sq ftLot Size
1942Year Built
$482/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

You will love the attention to detail in this darling bungalow! A gated entrance leads to a new spacious detached garage with custom paver driveway. This super cute home is very light & bright with a cozy gas, free standing fireplace in the living room. The kitchen features stainless appliances, new cabinetry with new countertops & a garden window to enjoy! Laundry room offers extra storage & the perfect spot for a drop zone. Nicely landscaped & there’s lots of room in the fully fenced yard to add...You will love the attention to detail in this darling bungalow! A gated entrance leads to a new spacious detached garage with custom paver driveway. This super cute home is very light & bright with a cozy gas, free standing fireplace in the living room. The kitchen features stainless appliances, new cabinetry with new countertops & a garden window to enjoy! Laundry room offers extra storage & the perfect spot for a drop zone. Nicely landscaped & there’s lots of room in the fully fenced yard to add your own gardening touches. Huge patio & firepit for summer BBQs plus a convenient garden shed for all your tools & toys. Meticulously cared for inside & outside. Close to 6th Avenue, TCC, transportation, & more. This gem will go fast!
  • Listed by: Shannon M Patterson 253.835.4500 jhanson@kw.com • Keller Williams Realty PS
Listing closed: 11/30/2021 12:00 AM • Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 1861911

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$420,000

Avg days on market

15

Sale-to-list ratio

102.1%

Tacoma, WA

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Location

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Sold By Windermere RE/Maple Valley

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Property Information for 628 South Rochester Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,376 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Community Name: Highlands
  • School District: Tacoma
  • View: Territorial
  • Number of Assigned Spaces: 2
  • Total Covered Parking: 2
  • Offers Review Date: 11-08-2021
  • Entry Date: 11-05-2021
  • Energy Source: Electric,Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Lot Size: 0.16 AC / 7,000 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Outbuildings, RV Parking, Sprinkler System
  • Area: 31 - West Tacoma
  • Elementary School: Geiger
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: West on 6th Ave, Left on Rochester St, home is on the Right.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2021
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Type: RV Parking, Driveway Parking, Garage-Detached, Off Street
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: RV Parking, Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 0
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 2
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Floor Covering: Laminate, Vinyl
  • Basement: None
  • Features: Laminate Hardwood, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: Laundry Room
  • Room and Floor: Entry Hall-Main, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Bedroom-Main, Bathroom Three Quarter-Main, Utility Room-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Range, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Room List: Entry Hall, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Bedroom, Bathroom Three Quarter, Utility Room
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Metal/Vinyl, Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove/Range,Washer
Property
Utilities
  • Electric On Property: No
  • Heating and Cooling: Wall
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: City of Tacoma
  • Sewer Company: City of Tacoma
  • Water Company: City of Tacoma
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • Lot Topography: Level
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: County Records
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1988
  • Photos Count: 37
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Source: County
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 4485000430
  • Building Condition: Very Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 830
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 830
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 830.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 628 South Rochester Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 30, 2021

Sold

NWMLS #1861911

$400,000
Nov 22, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1477836339

$400,000

+6.5% / yr

Nov 8, 2021

Pending

NWMLS #1861911

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/30/2021

Sold

NWMLS #1861911

$400,000
11/22/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1477836339

$400,000

+6.5% / yr

11/08/2021

Pending

NWMLS #1861911

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 628 South Rochester Street

Taxable ValueLand$253,100Additions$158,500Total$411,600
Tax Record2025$4,273 ($356 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt830 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt830 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1942Year Renovated1994ZoningR2CountyPIERCEAPN448500-0-430

Schools near 628 South Rochester Street

This home is within Tacoma School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Geiger Montessori School
PublicPK to 5

Hunt Middle School
Public6 to 8

Foss High School
Public9 to 12

Pearl Street Center
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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