Listed by Windermere Real Estate Co.
$2,785,000

24635 8th Ave S Des Moines, WA 98198

Zenith Neighborhood

Estimated payment $16,838/month

Total Views 9,609
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,650 Sq Ft
$599 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 150 Feet of Waterfront
  • Wine Cellar
  • 1.32 Acre Lot
  • Ocean View
  • Spa
  • 4-minute walk to S 251St Park

About This Home

Puget Sound coastal oasis w/unobstructed, panoramic views of Sound, Olympics & breathtaking sunsets. Perched on a flat, private, high bluff lot w/150’ of shoreline, shared beach access w/bulkhead. Arbors & gardens welcome you into this stunning 2-story estate w/walls of windows showcasing sweeping views. Chef’s kitchen w/oversized granite island, custom cabinets & professional appls. Main floor primary w/spa-inspired ensuite bath & French doors leading to hot tub. Spacious lower-level media room, bed & bath. Awe-inspiring setting w/three expansive outdoor spaces - built-in eating bar w/BBQ & TV, dining space under the arbor & sprawling blue stone patio to soak in the views. Timeless style, rich in detail & effortless indoor-outdoor living!

Listing Agent

Jan Selvar

Windermere Real Estate Co. License #23282 Listed on: 05/20/2025

Windermere Real Estate Co.

Co-Listing Agent

Jodi Stull

Windermere Real Estate/East License #50444

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2377174

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,489

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 1.32 Acre Lot
  • 150 Feet of Waterfront
  • Ocean Front
  • Home fronts a sound
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • West Facing Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden
  • 2013802080
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Views of a Sound
  • Bay
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4,650 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Wine Cellar
  • Dining Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Spa Bath

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Bulkhead
  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Generator Hookup
  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Des Moines Waterfront Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 12 thru 17 / 67 & 68
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2013802050

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,489

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Double Oven,Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Leased Equipment,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Trash Compactor,Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Prev Status: Active
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 4650
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 82

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Finished
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Stone, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Security System, Sprinkler System, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Water Heater, Wine Cellar, Wired for Generator
  • Living Area: 4650
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 3.25
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • FireplacesMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 4650
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 1
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 1
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 1
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 1
  • BedroomsUpper: 3
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Double Oven,Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Trash Compactor,Washer(s)
  • FireplacesLower: 1
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 2
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 3

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Bay, Mountain(s), Sea, Sound
  • Lot Features: Dead End Street, Paved
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: High Bank, Bulkhead, Saltwater, Sea, Sound
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: true
  • WaterfrontFootage: 150
  • WaterAccess: Beach Rights

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Fully Fenced, Security System
  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: Puget Sound Energy
  • SewerCompany: Midway Sewer
  • WaterCompany: City of Des Moines
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Basement
  • WaterHeaterType: Electric
  • CableConnected: Comcast
  • InternetConnected: Xfinity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Highline
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle Or Junior School: Buyer To Verify

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 2013802050
  • Topography: Level,Steep Slope
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.3171
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 57375
  • Additional Parcels Description: 2013802080
  • Zoning: RS-15000
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Cable TV,Fenced-Fully,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Hot Tub/Spa,Outbuildings,Patio,Sprinkler System
  • MLSLotSizeSource: King County Accessor
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Public Records
  • ZoningJurisdiction: City
  • LotNumber: 12 thru 17

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Rental Info

  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 17489

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $17,022 $1,488,000 $453,000 $1,035,000
2023 $16,181 $1,345,000 $410,000 $935,000
2022 $15,050 $1,451,000 $418,000 $1,033,000
2021 $13,575 $1,187,000 $380,000 $807,000
2020 $12,991 $1,012,000 $349,000 $663,000
2018 $12,366 $931,000 $327,000 $604,000
2017 $11,879 $849,000 $306,000 $543,000
2016 $10,479 $824,000 $306,000 $518,000
2015 $9,928 $739,000 $284,000 $455,000
2014 -- $691,000 $265,000 $426,000
2013 -- $628,000 $253,000 $375,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/20/2025 05/20/25 For Sale $2,785,000 -- $599 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Ticor Title
Warranty Deed $2,800,000 Ticor National
Warranty Deed $975,000 Lawyers Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $780,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2377174

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 201380-2050

Washington King County Des Moines 98198 Zenith

24635 8th Ave S, Des Moines, WA

This home is located at 24635 8th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198 and is currently priced at $2,785,000, approximately $598 per square foot. This property was built in 1947. 24635 8th Ave S is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Parkside Elementary School, Pacific Middle School, and Mount Rainier High School.

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