Newly renovated Bungalow Home with a detached 800 square foot shop captures the wants of a home-body AND hobbyists. The wrap around covered porch, balcony off the master bedroom and backyard patio beckon year-round outdoor play. When you enter into the home your immediately greeted by a large, well lit, living/dining room with a fireplace, picture windows and new flooring throughout. You’ll adore the new kitchen, complete with white shaker cabinets, butcher block countertops, bevelled subway tile backsplash and separate dining and laundry room. Two main floor bedrooms are separated by the large common bath. Thoughtfully placed accent floors, subway tiles from tub to ceiling and penny round ceilings with dual vanities. This Bungalow Home comes fully renovated and yet original details such as the ornamental front-facing leaded windows remain. Welcome Home!
PROPERTY FEATURES:
1,939 square feet
5,850 square foot lot
3 Bedrooms
1.5 Bathroom
Wood burning fireplace
Unfinished basement-utility room
3-car garage and a detached shop, 800 square feet!
This beautiful find in the South Tacoma is located minutes away from elementary, middle and high schools and is close proximity to shopping, freeways and the newly renovated neighborhood; Lincoln District Tacoma. Wonderfully re-built in the 1950s and newly refreshed kitchen, bathrooms, flooring and house systems (HVAC electrical and plumbing) this Bungalow Home has preserved original charm (like original leaded windows) and beautiful new finishings. It’s the best of both worlds and hard not to love. ♥️
Upon entry, you are welcomed with warm accents of wood, shiplap and original wood stairs. Hooks and a seating bench present, this is the perfect place to take off your jacket and shoes before coming inside.
Large living room with a well place wood burning fireplace. Double pane windows (some of them original wood) bring in ample natural light. New Vinyl floors, light fixtures and fresh paint. There is nothing here for you to do other than make this house a HOME.
Brand new Kitchen with Shaker-Style cabinets, brand new appliances (Yes – that is gas stove!) butcher block countertops and unique bevelled subway tile backsplash. The current owners were thoughtful enough to leave the materials needed to maintain the natural wood countertops.
Past the kitchen is the private dining room and laundry room. The door leads to your backyard and easy access to 3-car garage/shop.
Large common bathroom separates the two main floor bedrooms. Dual sinks, subway tile wainscot and ornamental tile floors.
Upstairs is the large 3rd bedroom equipped with french doors that lead to a balcony overlooking the backyard. Get creative and make this space a luxurious master suite, as it comes with a half bath and two separate closets. Just above the stairs, a built in office and flex space. Play room? Additional storage? Or whatever you please – the space is here!
Walking out the back door will lead you to a handyman’s dream of an 800 square foot 3-car garage with a detached workshop. The walls of the workshop are ready for use as they have storage for tires, tools, and anything else one might need.
The unfinished basement is 348 square feet. Here you will find a utility room equipped with a water heater and furnace (central heating AND cooling). Having your utility room in your basement calls for easy access if maintenance is ever needed.
CALL/TEXT Realtor Jenny Wetzel for more information (253) 381-9788 or email Jenny@jennywetzelhomes.com
It’s like being on vacation every day – living at Gold Creek, unit #310 that is. Sweeping views of the Narrows Bridge, Puget Sound & Gig Harbor, engulf the living/dining/kitchen. Owned by two owners, the current owners lived and loved it here for the past 30 years. Both bedrooms are immediately accessible to walk-ins showers. The sizable master bedroom comes with dual closet space and a wheel-chair-friendly shower. Gold Creek has many communal amenities that are open for use to only those that reside here; Community room, fitness center, pool, park, sauna and 24-hour guard service.. You are going to love it here. PROPERTY FEATURES:
Condo Amenities Include: Community room, fitness center, sauna, pool, hot tube, and 24-hour guard security
Pets allowed – must be under 75 pounds. Two relief facilities on site
When looking for the best views in Tacoma, look no further than the Gold Creek condominiums! Every unit in Gold Creek equipped with a balcony facing West, you will get daily views of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, Puget Sound, and Gig Harbor (with occasional whales passing through!). As you first enter the Gold Creek condos, you will be met by a guard who is on staff 24-hours daily. The guards are there to ensure your safety and to give you an extra sense of security without having to pay for a home security system out of pocket; although your protective pups are more than welcome to secure the place as well here at Gold Creek! With a clubroom and outside pool (which is open seasonally and perfect for the August summers) hosting friends and family is made easy here. The hot tub is open year-round and perfect for those cold winter evenings 🙂 For more information on What it’s like to live at the Gold Creek Condos and specific amenities that Gold Creek, CLICK HERE. Picture windows span the west side of the condo. Completely appropriate given the big views of The Sound, Narrows Bridge and Gig Harbor. Notice the wood burning fireplace in living room and newer carpet with plush carpet. You will notice the plush carpet when you come take a look yourself! Gold Creek was originally built in 1981 and the finishings that you see throughout the unit are original. With that said, the finishings when installed back-in-the-day weren’t low quality. Continue to use them or refresh and renew with whatever you choose, once it’s yours. Separate laundry and utility room. The furnace (not seen in photo) is a newer 95% efficient and consistently serviced and cleaned. Water heater too is less than 7 years old. Brand new Chandelier conveys with the home. This view never gets old… Second bedroom with pocket doors! Use as your in-home office or Guest Suite. Full bath with wall in shower is just across the hall. Large master suite. Comfortably fit your California bed with side tables and still have place for a sitting chair and pathway to walk. t Master bathroom has dual sinks with a wheelchair accessible shower.
As we begin to enter the holiday season, there is not much change we will see in our markets currently; but do not expect the market to stay stagnant once the holiday season comes to an end. As we prepare for Thanksgiving this coming up Thursday, we do not have to add worrying about the market on our to-do list. In fact, the economic reports for this week are not “market movers” at all as we notice that the market has “held steady” through last week and will continue over to this week as well. To provide some concrete numbers, last week’s int. rate for a 30 Yr. FHA was 3.625% and continues to be 3.625% this week; with the APR of 4.740% remaining the same this week as well (statistics provided by George Lane of Guild Mortgage). We can be “thankful” that there will be little to no activity in the market this Wednesday and Friday, and enjoy the company of those we love all week long. Hoping this update on the economic market brings peace and positive vibes this holiday, and that you have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Take this slow economic week to relax, enjoy your friends, family and great food. Do be sure to check back in to the Jenny Wetzel Homes website for more updates on our economic market reports to stay on top of interest rates and percentages for the rest of the year and into the new year.
Pierce County Market Update – October 2019. Follow our market as a whole or (more specifically), your neighborhood or area of interest. Median Price, Days on Market and Chance of Selling (# of Active Homes/# of Sold Homes) are three metrics that we track and expand upon to gauge Market Activity.
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For those who have been tracking the Real Estate Market for years, you will not be surprised to see that during the Month of October, Days on market has increased and Median Price has decreased. We’ve seen this consistently for the last 3 years! Less buyers AND sellers in the market, hence why we see no change in chance of selling. Consult with a Professional to see if listing your home during the winter months would be advised.
Hot Areas like North Tacoma have seen an increase in Median Price. Days on Market is influenced by homes that are overpriced (outliers). Don’t be fooled by this. Homes are still selling in 3 – 5 days and with multiple offers.
PRO TIP FOR BUYERS: As we enter into the Holiday season, don’t give up! Continue to House Hunt, you maybe able to get your next home by scooting in while others are taking a break.
I don’t expect that we’ll see this Median Price for long. South and East Tacoma are the two most affordable communities within Tacoma. Proximity to freeways, Inventory of charming older homes and the bandwidth to support small and large business. Mark my words, we will see a median price of over 300K in 2020.
Given the higher price point of homes in Gig Harbor, it’s a relief to sellers to see Median Days on market at only 21 days this time of year. I expect this number to increase over the next 2 months, chances of selling to decline, but see Median price stay stagnant or increase. Gig Harbor is home to the most expensive housing inventory as a whole. Homes priced at 2Million or above may keep the Median days at or above the current Median Price.
The Spanaway Community has been the hottest House Marketing in Pierce County through 2019. Despite the slower season, chances of selling are over 100%.
Puyallup. For Seattle commuters this is a community that is highly considered as transportation and drive times are less compared to Tacoma. Newer homes, most of which are located within communities governed by Home Owner Associations (HOA). Or homes with more than 1/2 an acre of land and privacy. If you are hoping to invest in a home that has half an acre of land or more, expect to pay over 500K,
Fircrest is a Small Community with few homes for sale at any given time. (Currently there are less than 15!) We see dramatic fluctuation month to month because of this. If you are looking to invest in a home in Fircrest, expect to pay above $400K for a home that is not a fixer upper.
For homeowners and renters alike, keeping your energy bills down during the Fall and Winter months can be a focus. Thankfully, making small adjustments to your home and daily routines can result in huge savings that, (in the long run) have a large impact on your bank account. Here I will share with you simple tips to save money on your heating bill.
Lower your Thermostat
We all know of the old tale of not touching your thermostat, but as we move into the new decade, equipped with more information than ever, we have to change this narrative. Instead of never touching your thermostat, you should actually be lowering the temperature when we aren’t at home. Before leaving for work, lower 3-5 degrees below what you normally keep it. (Hopefully no more than 70 and between 66 and 68 degrees for efficiency). If your home is well insulated, it won’t take long to warm up again. If however you have an older home with no insulation, consider insulating your home before doing anything else. A larger investment that can pay for itself in just a few seasons. And you will literally feel a difference.
To help you stay on top of monitoring your household temperature consider investing into a smart device that tracks the temperature and gives you easy access to adjust, even when you aren’t at home. Smart systems allow you to adjust the heat remotely, meaning you can turn the temperature up, as you start your commute home! So it’s nice and cozy when walk in the door.
No Space Heater
Turning off your thermostat completely and setting a space heater to 90 degrees in the rooms you use most often (living room, bedroom, or office) seems ideal and more efficient but that is another tall-tale. In fact, putting a space heater into individual rooms actually uses more energy, rather than letting your home’s heating (or cooling) system work evenly. If there are rooms you desire to be a different temperature, open/close vents in those specific rooms, investing in a heating-cooling system that allows you to set rooms at varying temperatures and use humidifiers or dehumidifiers. Smart home systems, are the most efficient way to adjust temperature in your home room by room.
Change out Light Bulbs
This is a big one. If the lights in your home aren’t Light Emitting Diode (LED) , make it so. Have you noticed outlets that frequently trip? Changing your light bulbs to LED maybe the solution. Utility companies often offer rebates this time of year for upgrading to more efficient lights. And here is a no brainer, (but one so many of us are guilty of!) replace burnt-out light bulbs. In summary; using efficient light bulbs could potentially save you hundreds of dollars a year on your power bill and last a lifetime. Well worth the investment.
Unplug Chargers When Not in Use
Make a routine of unplugging your chargers before you leave for the day. Leaving your chargers plugged into the wall socket, whether it be a phone, laptop, or tablet charger, is not good energy efficiency practice. Simply removing your chargers from the sockets saves energy. Consider this: store all of your chargers in a basket. Use outlets that are close to the basket exclusively as the Charging Station. Intentionally placing these in a location that is visible before you leave for work in the morning. You will be reminded to unplug them before you leave.
Insulate your Attic and Basement
Insulating your basement and crawlspace. Most all homes already have this. However if you don’t, put it at the top of the list to get done! Your crawl space/basement and attic are the first to get done. Next would be the exterior walls. If you are buying a newer home, you absolutely have these items as they are requirements for new homes.
Before insulating your home (or adding insulation!), check with your city to see if there are rebates available. A localt insulation professional will know this information as well. Best to hire a professional who is local and knowledgeable of current rebates your city is offering. If you are in the process of buying a home, you will discover during the inspection if your home is insulated. This (like anything else) can be negotiated and complete before the home is officially yours.
CALL/TEXT Realtor Jenny Wetzel for more information (253) 381-9788. or EMAIL Jenny@jennywetzelhomes.com
Picture windows span the west side of the condo. Completely appropriate given the big views of The Sound, Narrows Bridge and Gig Harbor. Notice the wood burning fireplace in living room and newer carpet with plush carpet. You will notice the plush carpet when you come take a look yourself! 
Gold Creek was originally built in 1981 and the finishings that you see throughout the unit are original. With that said, the finishings when installed back-in-the-day weren’t low quality. Continue to use them or refresh and renew with whatever you choose, once it’s yours. 
Separate laundry and utility room. The furnace (not seen in photo) is a newer 95% efficient and consistently serviced and cleaned. Water heater too is less than 7 years old. 
Brand new Chandelier conveys with the home. 
This view never gets old… 
Second bedroom with pocket doors! Use as your in-home office or Guest Suite. Full bath with wall in shower is just across the hall. 
Large master suite. Comfortably fit your California bed with side tables and still have place for a sitting chair and pathway to walk. t 
Master bathroom has dual sinks with a wheelchair accessible shower. 
