1803 S 232nd Street · Des Moines, WA 98198
Source: NWMLS · Terrafin · Maggie May Willis #NWM2543052
About this home
Welcome to this charming Northwest retreat! Breathtaking peek-a-boo views of the Puget Sound create the perfect backdrop for everyday living. This spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath home offers room for everyone, with water views from the living room and a beautifully updated gourmet kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances.Cozy up by one of two wood-burning fireplaces, or enjoy the expansive lower-level entertainment space complete with two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a separate entrance—ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or potential rental income.Situated on a beautifully landscaped lot, fully fenced backyard offers exceptional privacy & includes a play area, RV parking w/ retaining wall, workshop space in the garage, abundant parking, & a storage shed. Deck provides perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining!Conveniently located just minutes from I-5, this commuter-friendly property is close to the marina, waterfront activities, a new splash park is on its way, restaurants, and entertainment. A rare opportunity to own a home that offers space, versatility, privacy, and a touch of Puget Sound charm!
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- Split Entry
- Stories
- Multi/split level
- Condition
- Very Good
- Year built
- 1963
- Building area
- 2,640 sq ft
- Lot size
- 12,125 sq ft (0.28 acres)
- County
- King
- MLS #
- NWM2543052
Interior
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Forced Air
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s)
- Fireplace
- 2 · Wood Burning
- Interior features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Triple Pane Windows
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Wood
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Lot features
- Curbs, Paved
- Topography
- Level
- View
- Sound
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 2
- Garage
- Yes (attached)
- Covered spaces
- 2
- Parking features
- Attached Garage, RV Parking
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Power
- Electric, Natural Gas
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Des Moines
- Property tax
- $6,989 (2025)
Transaction
- Original list price
- $849,950 (4.7% price cut)
- Listed on
- Jun 19, 2026
- Days on market
- 93
- Price per sq ft
- $378
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing
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Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2022-06-23
- Sold$739,900
- 2008-07-23
- Sold$312,000
Schools
School district: Highline
- Elementary
- Des Moines Elem
- Middle
- Pacific Mid
- High
- Mount Rainier High SchoolSchoolDigger 2 stars · Top 59% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: Terrafin
Listing agent: Maggie May Willis.
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Data last updated 2026-09-19.