8424 John Dower Rd SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

Listed by Don Goethals • RE/MAX Extra Inc. Bought with RE/MAX Extra Inc.

Off market apr 2003 for $201K

$592,874

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,340/mo

•

2,468

sq ft

8424 John Dower Rd SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

About this home

There is land left in Lakewood. This home sits on .72 acres and a prelim. short plat has been approved. Home has 2118 finished sf and 350 sf of unfinished bsmnt. Well taken care of home w/5 bdrms, 2 floor to ceiling frplcs plumbed & ready for gas, new carpet, refinished hrdwd floor & new vinyl slider leads to large patio. Large grounds boast 2-car detached garage with shop, circular driveway, & full-size sport court. Bring your builders & add more, or live in this peaceful area of Lakewood.

Single-familyProperty Type

1956Year Built

0.72 acresLot Size

$240Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Don Goethals • RE/MAX Extra Inc.

Bought with • RE/MAX Extra Inc.

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #23020748

Redfin Estimate

$592,874

$392K since sold in April 2003$2,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 6.7% higher than the average sale price ($556K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$634,000
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B
3 beds2 baths2,044 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$425,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,544 sq ft
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D
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SOLD SEP 16, 2026
$650,000
E
4 beds4 baths2,837 sq ft
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F
3 beds1.5 baths1,788 sq ft
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Market trends in 98499, WA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

+0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$465K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

2 days MoM

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Sale history for 8424 John Dower Rd SW

Date

Event

Price

Apr 2, 2003

Sold (MLS)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #23020748

$201,000

$81/sq ft

Feb 11, 2003

Listed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #23020748

$199,950

$81/sq ft

Jan 25, 2001

Sold (MLS)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #20067649

$135,000

$55/sq ft

Jun 1, 2000

Listed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #20067649

$149,900

$61/sq ft

Aug 19, 1996

Sold

Public Records

$150,000

$61/sq ft

Jun 27, 1990

Sold

Public Records

$90,000

$36/sq ft

Jan 26, 1990

Sold

Public Records

$67,000

$27/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,918 (+2.6%)

$292,400 + $310,700

$603,100

2025

$6,739 (+13.6%)

$292,400 + $310,700

$603,100

2024

$5,934 (−1.3%)

$283,900 + $301,700

$585,600

2023

$6,009 (+3.9%)

$267,900 + $284,300

$552,200

2022

$5,785 (+5.3%)

$279,400 + $305,100

$584,500

2021

$5,497 (+9.0%)

$239,200 + $258,500

$497,700

2020

$5,042 (+16.9%)

$187,500 + $237,100

$424,600

2019

$4,314 (−8.8%)

$162,600 + $212,800

$375,400

2018

$4,730 (+6.4%)

$114,400 + $207,400

$321,800

2017

$4,445 (+14.4%)

$114,400 + $207,400

$321,800

2016

$3,886 (+2.0%)

$98,000 + $193,200

$291,200

2015

$3,810 (+6.3%)

$78,600 + $173,600

$252,200

2014

$3,584 (+8.5%)

$71,300 + $169,600

$240,900

2013

$3,302 (−11.0%)

$63,100 + $155,100

$218,200

2012

$3,709 (−1.8%)

$59,100 + $151,200

$210,300

2011

$3,775 (+1.8%)

$96,600 + $158,400

$255,000

2010

$3,707 (+4.9%)

$118,300 + $155,800

$274,100

2009

$3,535

$134,000 + $156,800

$290,800

Tax history for 8424 John Dower Rd SW

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,918 (+2.6%)

$292,400 + $310,700

$603,100

2025

$6,739 (+13.6%)

$292,400 + $310,700

$603,100

2024

$5,934 (−1.3%)

$283,900 + $301,700

$585,600

2023

$6,009 (+3.9%)

$267,900 + $284,300

$552,200

2022

$5,785 (+5.3%)

$279,400 + $305,100

$584,500

2021

$5,497 (+9.0%)

$239,200 + $258,500

$497,700

2020

$5,042 (+16.9%)

$187,500 + $237,100

$424,600

2019

$4,314 (−8.8%)

$162,600 + $212,800

$375,400

2018

$4,730 (+6.4%)

$114,400 + $207,400

$321,800

2017

$4,445 (+14.4%)

$114,400 + $207,400

$321,800

2016

$3,886 (+2.0%)

$98,000 + $193,200

$291,200

2015

$3,810 (+6.3%)

$78,600 + $173,600

$252,200

2014

$3,584 (+8.5%)

$71,300 + $169,600

$240,900

2013

$3,302 (−11.0%)

$63,100 + $155,100

$218,200

2012

$3,709 (−1.8%)

$59,100 + $151,200

$210,300

2011

$3,775 (+1.8%)

$96,600 + $158,400

$255,000

2010

$3,707 (+4.9%)

$118,300 + $155,800

$274,100

2009

$3,535

$134,000 + $156,800

$290,800

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.72 Acres

Year renovated

1984

Sq. Ft.

2,118

Year built

1956

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Pierce County

APN

0220352054

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: RV Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Beds Upper: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
Bedrooms Possible: 5

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Extra Fin Rm
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: Partially Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
# of Fireplaces Main: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating

Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Dining Room, Disabled Access, Skylight(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Range/Oven,Refrigerator

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Brick, Wood

Property Information
Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,118
Sq. Ft. Unfinished: 350
Style Code: 11 - 1 1/2 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Good

Land Information
Vegetation: Garden Space

Lot Information
Site Features: Athletic Court,Cable TV,Disabled Access,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking
Lot Features: Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.72
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,663
Tax Year: 2002

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, FHA, Private Financing Available, VA Loan
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: Lakewood
Power Company: Tacoma
Sewer: Sewer Connected
Sewer Company: Pierce County
Utilities: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Electric, Natural Gas Connected, Wood
Water Heater Location: Elec/Laundry rm
Water Heater Type: Elec/Laundry rm

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

School Information
High School District: Clover Park

Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: true
Directions: Heading west on Steilacoom Blvd/Right on John Dower Rd/Home is on the left
Topography: Level

Community Information
Senior Exemption: false

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,118
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1984
County: Pierce County
APN: 0220352054

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2003

Green Information
Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas, Wood

Home Information
Living Area: 2,118
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 2468
MLS Square Footage Source: County
Building Area Total: 2468
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Entry Location: Main

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Schools

Dower Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

3/10

Lochburn Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

1/10

Harrison Preparatory School

Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 87° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

7/10 Air Factor

11 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years

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Lakewood, WA • 98499

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$564,000 – $682,000

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Home values near 8424 John Dower Rd SW

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
8520 John Dower Rd SW, Lakewood, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1035 Sq. Ft.	—
8415 John Dower Rd SW, Lakewood, WA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1026 Sq. Ft.	$360,639

Address	Redfin Estimate
8414 John Dower Rd SW, Lakewood, WA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 550 Sq. Ft.	$202,223
8421 John Dower Rd SW, Lakewood, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1938 Sq. Ft.	$438,807

Address	Redfin Estimate
8405 John Dower Rd SW, Lakewood, WA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 836 Sq. Ft.	$379,409
8505 John Dower Rd SW, Lakewood, WA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1744 Sq. Ft.	$384,237

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