Tacoma, Washington Real Estate - Pierce County

Local Resources

Take a look at some of the great things Greater Tacoma. DuPont, Lakewood, Steilacoom and University Place have to offer. These resources are designed to help you move and get settled, and to acquaint you with the area after your move.

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My Recommended Lenders & Insurance Agents
  Judy Foster of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage - Whether you're buying, selling, refinancing, or building your dream home, you have a lot riding on your decision. Market conditions and mortgage programs change frequently, and I welcome the opportunity to serve your needs with quick and accurate real estate financing advice.
  Kathy Johnson of Bank of America Home Loans - Bank of America puts your local team in charge of the entire home loan process. There are no loan committees, no broker fees. And with one of the best selections of loans in the industry, you can count on us to deliver a loan that's perfect for you. Call, fax or e-mail -- we're happy to be at your service.
  Joanne Sullivan of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage - Home financing that's right for you. Because your home is one of your biggest investments, it's important to ensure that your mortgage fits your needs. That's my specialty - finding mortgage solutions that meet your current situation while complementing your long-term financial goals. I will help you determine what mortgage options work best for you, guide you through the loan process, and answer your questions
  Brian Davenny of State Farm Insurance - Call Brian for your home, auto, health and life insurance needs.
Area Information
  Community Information - free community profiles
  Dupont, WA - The Village of DuPont is located between Tacoma and Olympia, just west of Fort Lewis Army Base and McChord Air Force Base. Several large and small businesses call DuPont home including State Farm Insurance Western Regional Offices, Better Business Bureau of Western Washington, and Intel Corporation. DuPont is one of the fastest growing communities in our area, with new construction homes and condominiums by Quadrant, thriving new retail services, a golf course, and easy access to Interstate 5.
  Fort Lewis, WA - Fort Lewis is the home of I Corps, 2d Calvary Regiment and Madigan Army Medical Center, as well as the Army's first two Stryker Brigades, the 1st Brigade, 25th Infantry Division and 3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division.
  Lakewood, WA - The vibrant City of Lakewood, incorporated in February 1996, is located on Puget Sound just southwest of Tacoma. Lakewood is 55 miles south of Seattle and 35 miles north of Olympia with scenic salt water views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains and majestic Mount Rainier, natural forests and lakefront living. Lakewood is also the proud home of the US Army's Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base. Colleges, museums, shopping, parks and hospitals are within a few minutes drive.
  McChord Air Force Base, WA - McChord Air Force Base is the home of Combat Airlift. Team McChord has flown continuous combat airlift every day since October 2001, providing airlift and aeromedical evacuation in support of the Global War on Terrorism and other contingencies around the world. Each day, hundreds of Airmen from the Pacific Northwest support air superiority from locations around the world.
  Steilacoom, WA - First incorporated town in Washington State - incorporated in 1854. Steilacoom is a residential community of approximately 6,050 located in the central portion of Puget Sound.
  Tacoma, WA - Find out why Tacoma is called The City of Destiny by exploring this Web site. Tacoma is Washington state's third-largest city, with approximately 199,600 residents.
  University Place, WA - Our friendly City of University Place is located on Puget Sound, west of Tacoma, 50 miles south of Seattle and 40 miles north of Olympia. University Place offers outstanding views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains and Mount Rainier. Smart investments in our schools, roads and parks make this a desirable community for anyone who works in the Pierce County area.
  Welcome to Pierce County - Pierce County is one of the most livable communities in the nation. It's easy to see why. We have more than our share of natural beauty. Our workforce is skilled. Our economy growing. And there's always a million and one things to do. We're proud of our home and we never stop working to make it even more livable.
  Pierce County Sheriff -
  Washington State - Enjoy the Experience! - Washington Welcomes You . . . to a place where the great outdoors is a way of life. With such icons as Mount Rainier, Pike Place Market, the Cascade Mountains, Lewis & Clark trail, plus breweries, wineries, a thriving arts scene, major ski areas, java that jolts you to life, and an agricultural base to satisfy any palate, it's no wonder Washington state draws visitors again and again.
  TravelWashington.com - Hotels, cruises, outdoor fun . . . all to be found at this site!
  Washington State Parks - Welcome to Washington's state parks, where you can discover the natural beauty of sandy ocean beaches, sheltered Puget Sound islands and old-growth forests and desert and Columbia River Gorge landscapes. Take a break for camping, hiking, biking, boating, windsurfing or rock climbing. In winter, venture out for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Explore the state on long-distance land and water trails.
Schools
  Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction - School Report Card - General school information. When visiting this website, click on the tab entitled "School Report Card" in the section under Resource Tools for further information on WASL scores.
  Washington State Board of Education - School reports, statistics, demographics....
  School Profiles - Free school profiles for schools throughout the United States
  Washington Colleges & Universities - Colleges and Universities, Community Colleges and Technical Colleges within Washington State.
Activities for the Young . . . and the Not So Young
  Washington Contemporary Ballet - This is a fabulous school teaching various dance techniques from classical ballet to pilates to flamenco!
  Joeseppi's Italian Ristorante - This locally-owned Italian restaurant caters to adults as well as children . . . truly a family-style restaurant!
  Lakewood Playhouse - Great productions with outstanding performances by local thespians and thespians-in-training. Be sure to mark your calendars for upcoming performances.
Maps
  Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
Local Weather
  Local Weather - Forecasts, weather patterns, radars . . .
Relocation Links
  University Place Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move
  ContactAgents.com - REALTORS®, real estate agents and brokers listed by state. Browse agent's profiles. No forms to fill out. You contact the agents!
  Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage
  National Home Search -
  National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
  Official City Websites - Find area info websites across the world!
  US State Departments of Education - See the list of all 50 states
  USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move
Tax Information
  First-time homeowners -
  How to report moving expenses -
  Selling your home -
Donna Coyner