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8851 81st Avenue SW

Lakewood, WA 98498

3 beds
2 baths
1,514 sqft
10,710 sqft lot
$395 per sqft
1992 build

Discover a rare gem in Lakewood, WA—a cherished, well-maintained classic home, new to the market after 43 years. Nestled in a serene, tight-knit neighborhood, this turn-key oasis offers privacy with mature landscaping. Enjoy a modernized kitchen and bathrooms with stone counters, wood floors, and an in-house vacuum system. The open eat-in kitchen and cozy gas fireplace create warm household moment. The primary suite features a tile shower and walk-in closet for tranquility. With a new 50-year roof (2022), irrigation sprinklers, EV-ready garage, and hot tub hook-up, this home blends charm and upgrades. 15 minutes to JBLM. .5 miles to a grocery store and Fort Steilacoom park

Listing courtesy of NWMLS / Terrafin

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 13, 2025 •

MLS# 2387276 —

The Building

Year Built:

1975
Year Built:

1992
Year Built Source:

Public Records
New Construction:

false
Building Information:

Built On Lot
Structure Type:

House
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Roof:

Composition
Entry Location:

Main
Foundation Details:

Slab
Basement:

None
Security Features:

Fully Fenced
Exterior Features:

Wood, Wood Products
Levels:

One
Building Area Total:

1514
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Calculated SqFt:

1514
SqFt Source:

Realist
Construction Materials:

Wood

Interior

Interior Features:

Built-In Vacuum, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
Living Area:

1514
Flooring:

Vinyl, Carpet
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Gas
Main Level Fireplace:

1
Finished SqFt:

1514

Financial & Terms

Possession:

Closing

Location

Latitude:

47.176625
Longitude:

-122.544349
Directions:

Google is accurate.

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Parcel Number:

9407000270
Lot Features:

Dead End Street, Paved
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.2459
Lot Size SqFt:

10710
Lot Size Source:

Realist
Land Lease:

false
View:

false
Waterfront:

false
Topography:

Level
Vegetation:

Garden Space
Irrigation Water Rights:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

4657

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedrooms Possible:

3
Main Level Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2
Main Full Baths:

2
Main Level Bathrooms:

2
# of Bathtubs:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

true
Heating:

true
Cooling:

90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air
Heating:

90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air

Utilities

Water Company:

Lakewood Water District
Water Heater Location:

Garage
Water Heater Type:

Gas
Water Source:

Public
Sewer:

Sewer Connected
Sewer Company:

Pierce County
Power Company:

Tacoma Public Utilities
Cable Connected:

Comcast

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Trash Compactor, Washer(s)
Appliances Included:

Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Trash Compactor,Washer(s)

Schools

High School District:

Clover Park

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Lake Steilacoom
Senior Community:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Parking Total:

2
Parking Features:

Attached Garage
Open Parking:

false
Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2
Attached Garage:

true
Garage SqFt:

550
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

2

Listing courtesy of NWMLS / Terrafin

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Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$599,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,207
Taxes	$388
Insurance	$164
Utilities	$101 See report
Total	$3,860/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/13/25 Jun 13, 2025	Price Changed	NWMLS	$599,000	-1.8%
6/5/25 Jun 5, 2025	Listed / Active	NWMLS	$610,000

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This house located in Central Lakes, Lakewood, WA 98498 is currently for sale for $599,000. 8851 81st Avenue SW is a 1,514 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths. 8851 81st Avenue SW is in the Central Lakes neighborhood of Lakewood and has a WalkScore® of 54, making it somewhat walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Lakes High School, Custer Elementary School, Clover Park Early Learning Program, and Hudtloff Middle School.

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