Rockhood
$520,000List price
5 bed · 3.5 bath · 2,974 sq ft
Pending

12703 Vernon Avenue SW · Lakewood, WA 98498

Source: NWMLS · John L. Scott, Inc. · Spencer Gray #NWM2577615

About this home

Create Your Dream Home by American Lake! A blank canvas in a prime location, this spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers 3,262 sq ft of opportunity just steps from American Lake Park and the boat launch. Largely original and ready for your vision, this property is an exciting chance to transform a well-sized home into something truly special in one of Lakewood’s sought-after lake areas. The main level offers generous living spaces and room to reimagine the layout, finishes and functionality to fit your lifestyle. The large .22-acre lot provides space for outdoor living, gardening, entertaining and more. Best of all, there’s no HOA, giving you greater flexibility to make the property your own. The basement adds exceptional versatility with a potential multifamily or ADU-style setup featuring 1 bedroom, living room, full bathroom, full kitchen and washer/dryer connections, plus additional unfinished space offering even more potential. Whether you envision multigenerational living, guest accommodations, rental income or a private retreat, the possibilities are worth exploring. Enjoy easy access to American Lake Park, the boat launch, recreation, shopping and JBLM. Bring your contractor and determine the possibilities! Sold As Is, May Need A Rehab Loan For Conventional Financing, Offer Review 9/14/26 @ 9am.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Traditional
Stories
2 stories
Condition
Fixer
Year built
1978
Building area
3,262 sq ft
Lot size
9,600 sq ft (0.22 acres)
County
Pierce
MLS #
NWM2577615

Interior

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace
2 · Wood Burning
Interior features
Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood, Wood Products
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Adjacent to Public Land, Corner Lot, Curbs, Dead End Street, Drought Resistant Landscape, Paved, Sidewalk
Topography
Level
View
Territorial
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, Wood

Community & fees

Subdivision
Lakewood
Property tax
$5,156 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Sep 4, 2026
Days on market
11
Price per sq ft
$175
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, Rehab Loan
Possession
Closing

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Schools

School district: Lakewood

Elementary
Buyer To Verify
Middle
Buyer To Verify
High
Lakes High School
SchoolDigger 1 star · Top 71% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: John L. Scott, Inc.

Listing agent: Spencer Gray.

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Data last updated 2026-09-16.