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Listed by Don M. Goethals • RE/MAX Extra Inc..
FOR SALE

$1,199,999

Est. $6,542/mo

Price reduced $50,001 from the original $1,250,000 asking price

2 bd•1 ba•1,212 sq ft

3118 Deer Island Drive E, Lake Tapps, WA 98391

• Listed Apr 6, 2026•207 days active · 207 cumulative

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Listing Broker: RE/MAX Extra Inc.; Don M. Goethals; 253-891-9000; don@homeswithdon.com

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Listing Broker: RE/MAX Extra Inc.; Don M. Goethals; 253-891-9000; don@homeswithdon.com

About this home

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!

Property type
Single Family
Year built
1960
Interior
1,212 sq ft
Lot size
0.3628 acres
Parking
1-car garage
Price / sq ft
$990
HeatingForced Air, Wall Furnace
CoolingDuctless
Property taxes$9,272/yr (est.)
School districtDieringer

Listed by Don M. Goethals • RE/MAX Extra Inc.

Listing updated: October 23, 2026 at 04:57pm

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Source: NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2502647

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3118 Deer Island Drive E, Lake Tapps, WA 98391

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Property details

Interior features

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Dining Room
  • Fireplace
  • Water Heater
  • Fireplace (electric)

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms total
  • 2 on the main level

Bathrooms

  • 1 full bathroom
  • 1 on the main level

Layout

  • 1 Story
  • 1,212 sq ft finished
  • 384 sq ft garage

Flooring

  • Ceramic Tile
  • Hardwood
  • Laminate
  • Carpet

Heating & cooling

  • Forced Air heating
  • Wall Furnace heating
  • Ductless cooling

Schools

Ratings via SchoolDigger

Dieringer School District

  • Dieringer Hs Elem
    Public · Grades Elementary
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  • North Tapps Middle School
    Public · Grades 6-8 · State rank 54 of 514
    8/10
  • Buyer To Verify
    Public · Grades High
    —

Assigned schools for this property per the listing's MLS data. School district boundaries change — verify the exact assigned schools with the district before purchasing.

Single-family home facts

As entered by the listing broker on Northwest MLS

Lot & site

Lot dimensions
70x210
Topography
Level,Partial Slope
Zoning code
SF
Zoning jurisdiction
County
Faces
Southeast

Systems

Energy source
Electric
Power production
Electric
Water heater
Electric
Water heater location
Laundry Room
Irrigation water rights
No

Rooms & extras

Bathtubs
1
Showers
1
Fireplaces on main
1

New construction

Construction methods
Standard Frame
Square footage source
Realist
Lot size source
Realist
Effective year built source
Public Records

Manufactured home

Land lease
No

Neighborhood mobility

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Sales & Tax Records for 3118 Deer Island Drive E

NWMLS via MLS Grid · Pierce County Assessor

Every listing, pending, price change and closing filed on this home with the NWMLS, the county’s recorded sales, and its assessed values by tax year.

  1. Oct 23, 2026
    Price reduced
    NWMLS via MLS Grid · #2502647
    $1,199,999
    $990/sq ft
  2. Apr 6, 2026
    Listed
    NWMLS via MLS Grid · #2502647
    $1,250,000
    $1,031/sq ft

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Listing Broker: RE/MAX Extra Inc.; Don M. Goethals; 253-891-9000; don@homeswithdon.com

Market pulse

Lake Tapps is a balanced market.

Supply and demand are roughly in balance. Neither side has a clear edge.

Buyer's marketSeller's market

  • Offer insight: Well-priced homes draw multiple offers; others sell close to asking.

  • List to sale price: The average home sells very close to list price.

  • Time on market: The average home goes pending in around 71 days.

Recent sales nearby

Within 1 mile · last 6 months

  • $500,000 Sold

    6 days ago

    3 bd•2.75 ba•~1,912 sq ft•Single Family

    2317 179th Avenue E, Lake Tapps, WA 98391

    0%

    Over list

    37

    Days on market

    0.6 mi

    Distance

  • $600,000 Sold

    1 week ago

    3 bd•2.5 ba•~1,629 sq ft•Single Family

    16306 24th Street E, Lake Tapps, WA 98391

    0%

    Over list

    48

    Days on market

    0.9 mi

    Distance

Closed sales from MLS GRID / NWMLS within the past 6 months, matched on property type and within 1 mile. Comps approximate.

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Market data from MLS GRID / NWMLS · Updated Oct 2026

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