Listed by Better Properties Eastside
$615,000

12315 SE 197th Place Kent, WA 98031

Meridian Neighborhood

Estimated payment $3,691/month

Total Views 143
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,180 Sq Ft
$521 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Kentridge High School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Cul-De-Sac

About This Home

Discover the charm of this well-maintained single-family home in the desirable community of Kent, perfect for anyone seeking a cozy starter home or downsizing. With 1,180 square feet of inviting living space, this delightful residence features 3 bedrooms and a thoughtfully designed bathroom. Enjoy the convenience of an excellent location for commuters and easy access to nearby parks, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. The private backyard with shed offers a serene retreat for relaxation or gatherings, while all appliances stay to make your transition seamless. Embrace the opportunity to create lasting memories in this cute and cozy haven that truly feels like home! Some photo's virtually staged.

Listing Agent

Sheila Tikhov

Better Properties Eastside License #115994 Listed on: 10/23/2025

Better Properties Eastside

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2446918

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,587

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 7,685 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 1,180 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vinyl Plank Flooring

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Additional Homes

  • Number of ADU Units: 0

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a bus stop

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Vista View Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,587

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 10 - 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Prev Status: Active
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1180
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing_results/NWMLS/2446918, https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2446918?w=Consumer&agent=99500
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Vinyl Plank
  • Living Area: 1180
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1180
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Paved
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Wood, Wood Products
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: true

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Partially Fenced
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: Puget Sound Energy
  • SewerCompany: Soos Creek
  • WaterCompany: Soos Creek
  • CableConnected: Comcast/xfinity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Kent

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 8960200080
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1764
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7685
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings
  • MLSLotSizeSource: KCR Buyer to verify

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric

Rental Info

  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5587.02

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $5,881 $587,000 $220,000 $367,000
2023 $5,570 $485,000 $191,000 $294,000
2022 $5,090 $536,000 $174,000 $362,000
2021 $3,654 $429,000 $140,000 $289,000
2020 $3,593 $302,000 $135,000 $167,000
2018 $418 $122,000 $42,000 $80,000
2017 $419 $243,000 $94,000 $149,000
2016 $424 $230,000 $90,000 $140,000
2015 $434 $224,000 $90,000 $134,000
2014 -- $216,000 $90,000 $126,000
2013 -- $181,000 $137,000 $44,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/23/2025 10/23/25 For Sale $615,000 +57.7% $521 / Sq Ft
10/23/2019 10/23/19 Sold $390,000 +6.8% $331 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/21/2019 09/21/19 Pending -- -- --
09/19/2019 09/19/19 For Sale $365,000 -- $309 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $390,000 Fidelity National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $378,300 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2446918

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 896020-0080