3118 Deer Island Drive E, Lake Tapps, WA 98391
What's special
Western exposure waterfront home on Deer Island in Lake Tapps offering incredible views, natural light and some of the warmest waterfront living in the area! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends classic character with thoughtful updates, featuring original hardwood floors in the bedrooms and an updated bathroom. Enjoy new laminate flooring throughout the living room, kitchen, and spacious family room, along with fresh interior paint and newer windows that enhance comfort and efficiency. The inviting living room showcases an electric fireplace, creating a cozy atmosphere year-round. The home also offers a generously sized updated bathroom and an oversized laundry room for added convenience. Step outside to a large covered patio—perfect for entertaining or relaxing while taking in the peaceful lakefront setting. Situated on a quiet dead-end road, this property provides privacy while remaining close to everyday amenities. Conveniently located near Sumner and Auburn train stations, schools, shopping, and Costco. Located on the westside of the lake, this home features a large lot with plenty of room to grow and the possibility of building a daylight basement or future additions to the home, plus a concrete pathway leading all the way to the lake for easy waterfront access. Complete with a detached oversized one-car garage and positioned as one of the best-priced homes on Lake Tapps, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy true waterfront living. A must-see!
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Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Don M. Goethals,
RE/MAX Extra Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,212
- Total interior livable area: 1,212 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Low Bank, Bulkhead, Lake, No Bank
- Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 70
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Dimensions: 70 x 210
- Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Patio, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 5045000330
- Zoning: SF
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Flat,Torch Down
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1960
- Major remodel year: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Deer Island
Location
- Region: Lake Tapps
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,031/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $899,500
- Annual tax amount: $9,272
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 140 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000$1,031/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2502647 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2017 | Listing removed | $1,995$2/sqft |
Source: Integrity Property Management - Property # 380077 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,995$2/sqft |
Source: Integrity Property Management - Property # 380077 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,101 -1.8% | $899,500 +1.6% |
| 2024 | $9,272 +2.2% | $885,300 -1.8% |
| 2023 | $9,071 +10.5% | $901,300 +9.1% |
| 2022 | $8,208 +11.7% | $826,100 +29.1% |
| 2021 | $7,350 +10.1% | $640,000 +23.2% |
| 2019 | $6,673 -10.5% | $519,400 +0.7% |
| 2018 | $7,456 +16.3% | $515,700 +8.7% |
| 2017 | $6,410 +26.2% | $474,300 +34.7% |
| 2016 | $5,078 | $352,000 +11.7% |
| 2014 | $5,078 +13.8% | $315,000 +11.2% |
| 2013 | $4,464 | $283,300 +6.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $265,400 -13% |
| 2011 | -- | $305,100 -19.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $377,900 -21.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $478,800 -20.4% |
| 2008 | $6,634 +0% | $601,400 -0.2% |
| 2007 | $6,634 +111.6% | $602,500 +192.2% |
| 2002 | $3,135 +1.2% | $206,200 |
| 2001 | $3,098 | $206,200 +7.2% |
| 2000 | $3,098 | $192,300 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$1,194,800
$1.14M - $1.25M
$2,358/mo
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