NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2805 68th Ave SE Mercer Island, WA 98040

East Seattle Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,833,000 - $5,328,344

4 Beds
1 Bath
2,550 Sq Ft
$1,637/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 18, 2012

Last sale price $1,050,000 $412 Per Sq Ft

Est. 298% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $26,020/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake View
  • Fruit Trees
  • Wood Flooring
  • West Mercer Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of June 2012

Absolutely breathtaking, wide open and unobstructed views of City, Lake & Mountains. Very cool, Mid-Century Classic with crisp clean lines, open spaces and walls of windows. Fabulous western and southern exposure. Private setting. Spa-like pool, patio, flat yard. This amazing home is a great place to relax and get away from it all. It’s also the perfect place to entertain and share the fun! 3 Bedrooms on main, 4th suite-style bedroom in the lower level. Minutes to I-90, downtown Seattle.

Last Listed By

Becky Nadesan

Coldwell Banker Bain License #73944 Listed on: 05/19/2012

Coldwell Banker Bain

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM358822

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $33,223

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Terraced Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Property Views

  • Lake
  • City
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Poured Concrete
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Slate Flooring
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5093301175

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$33,223

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 1 Story W/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: 2nd Kitchen, Wet Bar, 2nd Master Br, Bath Off Master, Dining Room, High Tech Cabling, Sauna, Skylights
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Slate, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Bathrooms: 3.75
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Lower: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Daylight, Fully Finished
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Kitchen: Lower
  • Living Room: Main
  • Recreation Room: Lower
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2550

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Flat
  • View: City, Lake, Mountain

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: MIS

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Dead End Street, Paved Street
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Partial Slope, Terraces
  • Parcel Number: 5093301175
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Partial Slope, Terraces

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 8217

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 19, 2012
Closed on
Jun 14, 2012
Sold by
Dickson Kyle R
Bought by
Kim Ed S
Seller's Agent
Becky Nadesan
Coldwell Banker Bain
Buyer's Agent
Susan Shin
South Lake Associates Inc.
List Price
$1,050,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$4,173,836

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,123,836
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.82%

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kim Ed S $1,050,000 Rainier Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kim Ed S $2,000,000
Previous Owner Dickson Gordon H $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/18/2012 06/18/12 Sold $1,050,000 0.0% $412 / Sq Ft
05/25/2012 05/25/12 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2012 05/19/12 For Sale $1,050,000 -- $412 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $33,223 $5,074,000 $1,928,000 $3,146,000
2023 $32,801 $4,765,000 $1,819,000 $2,946,000
2022 $29,327 $5,329,000 $2,047,000 $3,282,000
2021 $28,148 $3,983,000 $1,685,000 $2,298,000
2020 $30,020 $3,517,000 $1,605,000 $1,912,000
2018 $17,918 $3,149,000 $1,407,000 $1,742,000
2017 $9,480 $2,065,000 $1,273,000 $792,000
2016 $9,902 $1,164,000 $1,164,000 $0
2015 $9,541 $1,184,000 $1,054,000 $130,000
2014 -- $1,090,000 $975,000 $115,000
2013 -- $993,000 $925,000 $68,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Becky Nadesan

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Becky Nadesan

    Coldwell Banker Bain

    (206) 972-1113

    8 in this area

    69 Total Sales

    Becky Nadesan
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  • Sarah Ford

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    Sarah Ford

    Coldwell Banker Bain

    (206) 230-5354

    6 in this area

    78 Total Sales

    Sarah Ford
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  • Susan Shin

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Susan Shin

    South Lake Associates Inc.

    (206) 679-5451

    12 Total Sales

    Susan Shin
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM358822

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 509330-1175

Washington King County Mercer Island 98040 East Seattle

2805 68th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA

Homes for Sale in Mercer Island, WA

This home is located at 2805 68th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 since 19 May 2012 and is currently estimated at $4,173,836, approximately $1,636 per square foot. This property was built in 1957. 2805 68th Ave SE is a home located in King County with nearby schools including West Mercer Elementary School, Islander Middle School, and Mercer Island High School.

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