Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HS NW
$319,000
$26K PRICE DROP

13231 SE 256th St Unit K4 Kent, WA 98042

Estimated payment $2,513/month

Total Views 16,511
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,007 Sq Ft
$317 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Property is near public transit
  • End Unit
  • Kentwood High School Rated A-
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

Experience serenity in this end-unit townhome in the peaceful Nature Trails community. Featuring a cozy kitchen with a countertop bar, a spacious living room with a wood-stove fireplace, and a patio offering tranquil, tree-lined views. Upstairs, enjoy two large bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a convenient laundry area. The private, fenced backyard is perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. Community amenities include paved walking trails, a community garden, and ample guest parking. HOA dues cover water, garbage, and common area maintenance. Conveniently located near Lake Meridian, Soos Creek Trail, Kent Station, and Highway 18, Trader Joes and lots of restaurants and shopping. Includes 1-Yr. AHS Shield Essential Warranty.

Listing Agent

Deidre Hicks

Berkshire Hathaway HS NW License #123835 Listed on: 12/27/2024

Berkshire Hathaway HS NW

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2316659

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Co-Op

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,261

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • North Facing Home
  • Corner Lot
  • Private Yard

HOA Fees

  • $568 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 1,007 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Insulated Windows

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Carport
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Location

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

Schools

  • Meridian Elementary School
  • Mattson Middle School
  • Kentwood High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, earthquake insurance, road maintenance, trash, water
  • 44 Units
  • Lisa Brannon Association
  • Secondary HOA Phone (253) 236-3552
  • Nature Trails Condos
  • Lake Meridian Subdivision
  • Park Phone (253) 236-3552 | Manager Lisa Brannon

Amenities

  • Community Garden

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Co-Op

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,261

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$568 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • StyleCode: 32 - Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Prev Status: Active
  • Architectural Style: Townhouse
  • Building Name: Nature Trails
  • Unit Levels: Multi/Split
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1007
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • DwellingType: Attached
  • RemodeledUpdated: false
  • UnitFeatures: Balcony/Deck/Patio,End Unit,Insulated Windows,Skylights,Yard
  • NWM_ExcludedItemsYN: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing_results/NWMLS/2316659, https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2316659?w=Consumer&agent=107868
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: See Remarks
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric, End Unit, Fireplace, Insulated Windows, Skylight(s), Washer, Water Heater
  • Stories: 2
  • BathsFullMain: 0
  • SquareFootageFinished: 0
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 1
  • BathsHalfLower: 1
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 2
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • StorageLocation: Carport and Patio

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Sidewalk
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Exterior Features: Wood, Wood Products
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • BusLineNearby: true

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Parking Features: Carport, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Baseboard, Stove/Free Standing
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • ApplianceHookups: Cooking-Electric,Dryer-Electric,Washer
  • PowerCompany: Puget Sound Energy
  • SewerCompany: Soos Creek
  • WaterCompany: HOA Included
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Main Floor Pantry
  • WaterHeaterType: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Cable TV, Garden Space, High Speed Int Avail, Outside Entry
  • Park Manager Name: Lisa Brannon
  • Park Manager Phone: 253-236-3552
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 567.88
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Phone: 253-236-3552
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Subject to Restrictions
  • AssociationContactName: Lisa Brannon
  • CoOp: false
  • CommonPropertyFeatures: Cable TV,Garden Space,High Speed Int Avail,Outside Entry

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Earthquake Insurance, Road Maintenance, Trash, Water
  • NWM_OtherDuesOrFeesYN: false

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Kent
  • High School: Kentwood High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Mattson Middle

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 7941750400
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Public Records

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Insulated Windows
  • Power Production Type: Electric

Rental Info

  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3260.65

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 44
  • EnergySource: Electric

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Meridian Elem

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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 $3,143 $297,000 $80,500 $216,500
2023 $3,261 $298,000 $78,800 $219,200
2022 $2,607 $260,000 $59,100 $200,900
2021 $2,506 $214,000 $59,100 $154,900
2020 $2,607 $196,000 $59,100 $136,900
2018 $1,953 $170,000 $62,400 $107,600
2017 $1,401 $142,000 $59,100 $82,900
2016 $1,044 $101,000 $52,500 $48,500
2015 $987 $69,000 $42,700 $26,300
2014 -- $63,000 $42,700 $20,300
2013 -- $48,000 $42,700 $5,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Price Changed $319,000 -3.3% $317 / Sq Ft
04/28/2025 04/28/25 For Sale $330,000 0.0% $328 / Sq Ft
04/03/2025 04/03/25 Pending -- -- --
01/18/2025 01/18/25 Price Changed $330,000 -4.3% $328 / Sq Ft
12/27/2024 12/27/24 For Sale $345,000 +88.5% $343 / Sq Ft
04/14/2017 04/14/17 Sold $183,000 +1.7% $182 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/05/2017 03/05/17 Pending -- -- --
02/28/2017 02/28/17 For Sale $179,950 +51.2% $179 / Sq Ft
11/10/2015 11/10/15 Sold $119,000 +3.5% $118 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/23/2015 09/23/15 Pending -- -- --
09/18/2015 09/18/15 For Sale $115,000 +91.7% $114 / Sq Ft
11/22/2013 11/22/13 Sold $60,000 +20.0% $60 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/04/2013 08/04/13 Pending -- -- --
08/02/2013 08/02/13 For Sale $50,000 -- $50 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $183,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $119,000 First American
Warranty Deed $60,000 Rainier Title
Warranty Deed $128,000 First American
Warranty Deed $87,990 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $109,800 No Value Available
Previous Owner $115,430 No Value Available
Previous Owner $121,600 No Value Available
Previous Owner $85,300 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2316659

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 794175-0400