4 bedrooms | 2½ baths | 5,020 sq.ft.
Offered at $1,450,000
300 Scenic Way is offered at $1,450,000. Please contact us directly to schedule a showing today.
South Sound Property Group is a
top-producing Real Estate Team with
Windermere Chambers Bay, specializing
in residential real estate in Tacoma,
Gig Harbor, University Place and Lakewood.
Jeff Williams: (253) 303-1135
Mark Pinto: (253) 318-0923
southsoundpropertygroup@windermere.com
We just listed this 2638sf three bed, three bath condo with dynamic views of Mt. Rainier and Commencement Bay. That’s not a typo. 2638sf. A secure elevator opens directly into the unit – the only one on the floor – offering a level of privacy rarely achieved with condo living.
The updated kitchen features new state of the art stainless appliances, granite and quartzite counter tops and a large central island. An adjacent family room with water views and balcony access could easily be used as a dining area instead.
The master bedroom is large enough to accommodate a sitting area with water views and balcony access. A fantastic spot for reflection. The third bedroom is currently used as an art studio with custom built-ins for storage.
A 90 foot view balcony spanning the entire length of the unit is accessible from all three bedrooms and the main living spaces.
35 Broadway is a five unit condominium community in Tacoma’s historic Stadium District. Anchored by iconic Stadium High School, the district that bears its name is located in close proximity to downtown Tacoma, Wright Park, the medical center and the waterfront. As one of Tacoma’s oldest “suburbs”, the Stadium District features some of the city’s grandest residential architecture. The neighborhood is also home to the Annie Wright Schools, the Tacoma Lawn and Tennis Club and a wide variety of shops and restaurants including Shake, Shake, Shake, Indo and Art House Cafe. Annual neighborhood events include the Dickens Festival and the Art & Wine Walk.
Offered at $739,000. Please visit 35broadway.net for additional photos and more detailed information or contact us directly to schedule a showing.
South Sound Property Group is a top-producing Real Estate Team with Windermere Chambers Bay, specializing in residential real estate in Tacoma, Gig Harbor, University Place and Lakewood.
We just listed this meticulously maintained two bed, two bath creek-side traditional on a wooded five acre parcel on the Key Peninsula. If you’re looking for privacy and seclusion, this is the house for you.
The entry level features an open concept living room with vaulted ceilings and a gas stove.
The house is beautifully sited above Rocky Creek, which runs through the property. An entertainment deck off the kitchen spans the back side of the house, overlooking the creek. Perfect for entertaining.
A covered gazebo off the rear deck is nestled in the tree tops, offering idyllic territorial and creek views.
ADDITIONAL PROPERTY FEATURES
NEIGHBORHOOD
When Peter Puget first mapped Key Peninsula (or “the KP” as it is more commonly referred to by locals), it was populated by native tribes who fished, clammed and hunted in the area – activities that are still popular with residents and visitors alike. Two state parks and a number of public beaches offer ample opportunity to engage with nature. Modern amenities are available in Key Center and Harbor Hill, and Highway 16 offers easy commuter access to Tacoma, Joint Base Lewis McChord and the Navy Shipyard in Bremerton. Seattle-bound ferry service is available at Southworth in Port Orchard.
15120 180th Ave NW is offered at $419,000. Please visit 15120-180thAveNW.com for more photos and additional property information or contact us directly to schedule a showing today.
South Sound Property Group is a top-producing Real Estate Team with Windermere Professional Partners, specializing in residential real estate in Tacoma, Gig Harbor, University Place and Lakewood.
As a Realtor and current member of the Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission, nothing makes me crazier than seeing houses that are marketed incorrectly as Craftsmen. A Craftsman has a distinct architectural style that’s rarely seen with new or newer construction homes. A Craftsman is almost always an older, historic home with hallmark architectural features. With so many intact Craftsman homes in Tacoma, I thought it might be helpful to shed a little light on exactly what makes a house a Craftsman.
The Craftsman was the dominant architectural style for smaller homes built in Tacoma in the early 1900s. The style originated in Southern California but quickly spread to other parts of the country through popular magazines like House Beautiful, Good Housekeeping and Ladies Home Journal. Magazine articles were soon followed by a flood of pattern books with plans for Craftsman bungalows, and companies began marketing “kit” houses, which included pre-cut lumber and detailed instructions for assembly by local laborers.
Defining Features
The following characteristics are typical of a Craftsman home, but not every Craftsman home will include all of them.
Craftsman homes aren’t all identical to one another. In truth, the term Craftsman encompasses a wide and wonderful variety of substyles.
The typical Craftsman cottage is a one story structure with a symmetrical front façade, a centralized main entry, a partial width front porch, horizontal wood siding, a compact rectangular floor plan and a side-gabled, low pitched roof. This is a listing in North Tacoma that we sold a few years ago.
The typical Craftsman bungalow is a one story structure with broad, low pitched gables. A lower gable covers an open or screened front porch, and a larger gable covers the main portion of the house. With larger bungalows, you may see steeper gables and interesting cross gables or dormers. The bungalow is probably the most common and most popular Craftsman style in Tacoma. This is a listing that we sold in North Tacoma a few years back.
The typical clipped gable Craftsman has a gabled roof with the points “clipped off”. The roof can be front, side or cross gabled and may have hipped or eye brow dormers.
The typical colonial style Craftsman features a symmetrical façade with columns and trellised front and/or side porches. This was a really unique listing in Proctor that we sold a few years back.
The typical airplane style Craftsman features a setback second story and wide overhanging eaves, which give the impression of airplane wings.
The typical structure transitioning from Victorian to Craftsman embodies elements of both – including a more vertical façade than later Craftsman homes.
I love older, historic homes. I’ve renovated and sold more than 50 to date, including quite a few Craftsmen. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a historic home, you should consider working with a Realtor who really understands the value of the architecture. Give me a call. I’d be happy to help.
We just listed this meticulously maintained single story Craftsman bungalow in a prime North End location – just blocks from Puget Park and the Proctor District. Features of this tastefully designed three bed, one bath home include:
Crisp and clean formal spaces marry original architectural elements with modern touches.
Particular highlights include an intimate sitting area with a built-in bookshelf off the entry and an updated bathroom with heated vintage tile flooring and a claw foot tub.
The current owners have done a fantastic job with the outdoor spaces. Beautiful landscaping and a new sprinkler system have been added in front and in back. A newly poured back patio is ideal for entertaining.
Developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Tacoma’s historic North End offers a wide variety of architecturally significant homes – from modest workman’s cottages to grand mansions. Anchored by the University of Puget Sound, the Proctor District features a wonderful mixture of locally owned shops and restaurants including Metropolitan Market, Chalet Bowl and the historic Blue Mouse Theater – the oldest continuously operating movie theater in Washington State. The North End offers easy access to Point Ruston and the waterfront, with 2 miles of paved walkways, stunning water views, picnic areas and a fishing pier. The area’s natural assets also include Point Defiance Park – a 702-acre urban oasis with a zoo and aquarium, extensive gardens, an old growth forest, hiking and running trails and a saltwater beach.
3306 North Washington Street is offered at $499,000. For additional photos and more detailed information, please visit 3306NWashington.com or contact us directly to schedule a showing today.
South Sound Property Group is a top-producing Real Estate Team with Windermere Professional Partners, specializing in residential real estate in Tacoma, Gig Harbor, University Place and Lakewood.
Despite Redfin’s recent announcement that Tacoma’s housing market is the “hottest” in the nation, the market in Tacoma’s North End looks a lot like it did a year ago. Our median home price is essentially unchanged, the number of homes selling remains steady and inventory levels are still incredibly tight.
The average time on market hasn’t changed much since last year, but it does FEEL like homes are selling more quickly, particularly those priced below $500K. Eager buyers are touring new listings within hours of MLS activation and writing offers immediately – and many listing brokers are letting their sellers accept the first good offer that comes in.
We generally take a different approach when we list properties for sale, encouraging our sellers to delay review of offers for a few days to allow for full exposure to the market. It increases the odds of getting the best offer possible, which is good for our sellers, and it decreases the sense of frenzy, which is good for buyers.
The housing market in North Tacoma may feel hot, but it does also seem to be flattening out. Is it a seasonal slowdown or a broader market shift? Hard to say for sure at this point, which is why it remains critical for buyers and sellers to seek expert real estate advice. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in the area, please contact us to discuss how we can put our knowledge and experience to work for you.
Mark Pinto is a top-producing Realtor with Windermere Professional Partners, specializing in residential real estate in Tacoma, Gig Harbor, University Place and Lakewood.
Mark Pinto: (253) 318-0923
MarkPinto@windermere.com
We just listed this fantastic five bed, four bath English Tudor Revival nestled between Old Town and the Stadium District, offering a great bed and bath count, close proximity to the Annie Wright Schools and a perfect combination of original character and modern updates.
Features include:
The house was completely renovated in 2014 to bring the systems up to modern standards. The renovation included:
The outdoor spaces are an added bonus. The front and back yards are fully fenced and beautifully landscaped, and the property is fully irrigated. There’s an entertainment deck off the kitchen that overlooks the backyard and a brick patio down below.
The Stadium District is anchored by historic Stadium High School, which opened its doors in 1906. The district that bears its name is located near downtown Tacoma, Wright Park, the medical center and the waterfront. As one of Tacoma’s oldest “suburbs”, the Stadium District features some of the city’s grandest residential architecture. The neighborhood is also home to the Tacoma Lawn and Tennis Club and a wide variety of shops and restaurants including Shake, Shake, Shake, Indo and Art House Cafe.
For additional photos and detailed information about this great home, please visit 1019NTacoma.com.
South Sound Property Group is a top-producing Real Estate Team with Windermere Professional Partners, specializing in residential real estate in Tacoma, Gig Harbor, University Place and Lakewood.
Before moving to Tacoma in 2010, Mark and I came up from Los Angeles for a couple of exploratory visits. There were a lot of things about Tacoma that appealed to us, but it was ultimately the Tacoma Art Museum (TAM) that played the pivotal role in our decision to make the move. We were blown away by the beauty of the building and by the quality of the exhibits. It was a real “aha” moment for us. If a city the size of Tacoma could support a museum of this caliber, we knew it was a place we could be proud to call home.
We became actively involved at the museum soon after moving to Tacoma, attending exhibits and getting to know the staff and other museum supporters. I was asked to join the museum’s board of directors in 2012, and I’m currently serving as the Vice President of the board (in line for the presidency in 2021). We’ve got three upcoming exhibits at the museum that I wanted to share with you – each one different from the next and all worth a look.
Beginning this month, TAM will be showcasing a private collection of animation cells from America’s longest-running prime time television series – The Simpsons. The exhibit offers an in-depth look at the collaborative process behind this much loved classic. We’re excited to bring this show to the Pacific Northwest and expect it to be a blockbuster, appealing to visitors of all ages. Opens July 20, 2019.
This fall, TAM will launch a special exhibit of French Impressionism, curated by Executive Director David Setford. The French Impressionists were thought to be radicals in their time, but they had a significant impact on artists in the Pacific Northwest and their work was eventually incorporated into the best public and private art collections in the region. This exhibit will include signature works by Monet, Renoir, Camille Pissarro, Alfred Sisely, Gustave Caillebotte, Gauguin, Berte Morisot, Mary Cassatt and Degas, as well as works by some of the American artists that were influenced by the French Impressionists – Theodore Robinson, Theodore Wendel, CC McKim, and Clara Jane Stevens. Opens September 28, 2019.
I’m particularly excited about TAM’s upcoming exhibit of public art from the 1930s. Many people have forgotten that the U.S. government supported the visual arts all across the country during the Great Depression, employing hundreds of artists and commissioning thousands of works of art. This exhibit will offer an extensive overview of the work that was created in the Pacific Northwest during this period. The exhibit is being developed by TAM’s Curator of Collections and Specific Exhibitions, Margaret Bullock, who has been working with a group of colleagues to produce a major publication to accompany the exhibit, supported by the Henry Luce Foundation. I think Margaret is brilliant so you won’t want to miss this show. Opens February 22, 2020.
The Tacoma Art Museum is a world class institution. Its mission is to connect people through art. The museum is a big part of what makes Tacoma so special to me, and I’m proud to support it. I hope you’ll take the opportunity to visit soon.
I’ve always had a deep appreciation for historic homes. It’s one of the reasons that I love living and working in Tacoma, with its abundance of intact architecturally significant historic buildings. It’s no accident that Tacoma still has so many incredible old homes. In part, it’s because city leaders recognize and appreciate that historic homes are an important part of Tacoma’s identity AND because the city is committed to protecting and preserving its old homes. In fact, the city’s Historic Preservation Office just won a state-wide award for the outreach programs that they’ve developed to strengthen public understanding of the importance of historic building stock to the fabric of a community. As a City Commissioner on the Landmarks Preservation Commission, I’m grateful for the opportunity that I’ve had to support the city’s efforts.
There’s a lot of misinformation out there regarding landmark preservation and how it can and cannot impact homeowners in Tacoma. This disinformation is due in part to the fact that many real estate brokers aren’t as well versed on the topic as they should be. In an effort to help better educate the brokerage community, I’ll be leading an informational workshop for local real estate brokers on Monday, July 8th in association with Windermere and the Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission. We’ll cover the potential benefits that landmark designation can have for homeowners and some of the guidelines that owners of landmarked homes must follow when making external modifications. We’ll also discuss the ways in which historic restoration and adaptive reuse can pave the way for increased investment capital in the community.
If you have any questions about buying or selling a historic home, please give me a call. I’m happy to assist.
For More Information Please Visit: cityoftacoma.org/HPEvents
Jeff and I recently bought a duplex in North Tacoma that we’re pretty excited about. We weighed the pros and cons of purchasing in the current market and ultimately decided that the property met our needs, both for the short term and the long. In light of our recent purchase, I thought it might be a good time to share some thoughts and observations about investing in real estate in Tacoma’s North End.
According to a recent report from Redfin, Tacoma has the hottest housing market in the nation. That doesn’t come as a complete surprise to brokers in the know. Tacoma has a lot to offer potential residents in terms of amenities and culture, but a big part of the city’s appeal has to do with affordability. You just get more for your housing dollar in Tacoma than you do in neighboring Seattle.
Not surprisingly, rents are on the rise in Tacoma. Between April of last year and April of this year, rents in Tacoma rose about 10%. Developers have been building new apartment buildings, but not enough to outpace demand. That means rents are likely to continue rising for the foreseeable future, making a strong argument for investing in rental properties in Tacoma.
Investing in real estate is a great long term strategy for accruing wealth but, like any type of investment, it does involve risk. That’s why it’s important to educate yourself before becoming a landlord.
With the emergence of marketing platforms like VRBO and Airbnb, short term rentals have become a very popular way for homeowners to generate income. Short term rentals may offer a greater return on your investment than a traditional rental property, but it feels like the short term rental market in Tacoma is becoming saturated. Jeff and I were initially thinking about using our new duplex units as short term rentals but are now leaning towards a more traditional long term rental approach.
If you have questions about investing in Tacoma real estate, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I’m here to help.
Mark Pinto is a top-producing Realtor with Windermere Professional Partners, specializing in residential real estate in Tacoma, Gig Harbor, University Place and Lakewood.
Mark Pinto: (253) 318-0923
MarkPinto@windermere.com