Rockhood
$600,000List price
3 bed · 3 bath · 1,813 sq ft
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225 McElroy Place · Puyallup, WA 98371

Source: NWMLS · John L. Scott, Inc. · Spencer Gray #NWM2539976

About this home

Pride of ownership shines throughout this meticulously maintained one-owner home, offering timeless quality, thoughtful updates, & an exceptional setting on a beautifully landscaped oversized lot. Designed for both everyday living & entertaining, the expansive backyard features established landscaping & mature gardens, a pergola for outdoor gatherings, a sprinkler system for easy maintenance, & plenty of room for gardening, play, or simply relaxing in your own private retreat. Inside, you'll find 3 spacious bedrooms, 2.25 baths, fresh interior & exterior paint, hardwood flooring in the entry, & both formal and informal living rooms that provide flexible spaces for hosting guests or enjoying quiet evenings at home. The bright, functional kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, & generous workspace, making meal preparation & entertaining a breeze. The spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet & a private office, sitting room, or flex space—ideal for working from home, a nursery, home gym, or reading retreat. Major improvements provide lasting peace of mind, including a new heat pump & furnace (2026), new water heater (2025), & a durable 50-year metal roof. Conveniently located near downtown Puyallup, shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, & commuter routes, this move-in-ready home offers the perfect combination of comfort, functionality, & outdoor living in one of Puyallup's most established neighborhoods.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Traditional
Stories
2 stories
Condition
Very Good
Year built
1984
Lot size
9,676 sq ft (0.22 acres)
County
Pierce
MLS #
NWM2539976

Interior

Heating
Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified), Stove/Free Standing
Cooling
Heat Pump
Flooring
Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace
2
Interior features
Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood, Wood Products
Roof
Metal
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Corner Lot, Curbs, Drought Resistant Landscape, Open Space, Paved, Sidewalk
Topography
Level
View
Mountains, Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
4
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric, Natural Gas, Wood

Community & fees

Subdivision
Downtown
Property tax
$6,683 (2026)

Transaction

Original list price
$650,000 (7.7% price cut)
Listed on
Aug 6, 2026
Days on market
45
Price per sq ft
$331
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Schools

School district: Puyallup

Elementary
Maplewood Elem
Middle
Aylen Jnr High
High
Puyallup High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 24% 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 2026-09-17.