NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3709 88th Ave SE Mercer Island, WA 98040

Shorewood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,629,000 - $1,770,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,980 Sq Ft
$861/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 26, 2014

Last sale price $711,000 $359 Per Sq Ft

Est. 140% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,224/month

6 Days on Market

About This Home

As of June 2014

This North end cottage is move-in ready, white picket fence included. 4 bedrooms, 1.75 remodeled bathrooms, including heated marble floors, claw foot tub and dual sinks. Fully fenced yard with entertainers patio, backing to greenbelt. Updated throughout, including new exterior and interior paint, utilities serviced, refinished hardwoods, 2 wood burning fireplaces, newer carpet. A short distance to all the MI amenities, as well as downtown and the Eastside. Amazing MI schools!

Last Listed By

Gloria Wolfe

John L. Scott, Inc. License #81097 Listed on: 05/28/2014

John L. Scott, Inc.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM641833

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,305

Year Built

1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Sq Ft Finished: 1980
  • Form 17: Provided
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1948

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Daylight, Fully Finished
  • Features: Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Floor: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Water Heater Location: Basement-Gas

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Roof: Composition
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Full Fence, Natural Gas Available, Patio
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Rolling

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Carport-Attached
  • Total Covered Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating and Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer: Available
  • Sewer Company: City of Mercer Island
  • Water Company: City of Mercer Island
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: MIS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2021
Sold by
Tsay Edwin Jan Tsay and Chen Liangyu
Bought by
Chen Liangyu
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$1,704,293

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 28, 2014
Closed on
Jun 18, 2014
Sold by
King Jennifer C
Bought by
Tsay Edwin and Chen Liang Yu
Seller's Agent
Gloria Wolfe
John L. Scott, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Michele Schuler
Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
List Price
$689,950
Sold Price
$711,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,050
3.05%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.46%
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2004
Sold by
King Jason C
Bought by
King Jennifer C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2000
Sold by
Wilson Sidney Allyson
Bought by
Sowers Jayson W and Sowers Wendy R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$358,150
Interest Rate
7.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 1996
Sold by
Wilson William A
Bought by
Wilson Sidney Allyson

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 1992
Sold by
Karkainen Adina L
Bought by
Wilson William A and Wilson Sidney A

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
Chen Liangyu -- None Available
Tsay Edwin $711,000 Fidelity Natio
King Jennifer C -- Lawyers Title
King Jennifer C $450,000 Lawyers Title
Sowers Jayson W $377,000 Evergreen Title Company Inc
Wilson Sidney Allyson -- --
Wilson William A $150,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chen Liangyu $378,729
Closed Chen Liangyu $330,000
Closed Tsay Edwin J $169,000
Closed Tsay Edwin $365,000
Closed Tsay Edwin J $111,000
Closed Tsay Edwin $375,000
Previous Owner King Jennifer C $325,000
Previous Owner King Jennifer C $493,068
Previous Owner King Jennifer C $55,000
Previous Owner King Jennifer C $403,800
Previous Owner King Jennifer C $350,000
Previous Owner Sowers Jayson W $382,500
Previous Owner Sowers Jayson W $333,700
Previous Owner Sowers Jayson W $16,300
Previous Owner Sowers Jayson W $358,150
Closed King Jennifer C $55,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/26/2014 06/26/14 Sold $711,000 +3.1% $359 / Sq Ft
06/04/2014 06/04/14 Pending -- -- --
05/28/2014 05/28/14 For Sale $689,950 -- $348 / 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 $9,305 $1,419,000 $1,115,000 $304,000
2023 $9,190 $1,333,000 $1,052,000 $281,000
2022 $8,009 $1,491,000 $1,184,000 $307,000
2021 $7,688 $1,086,000 $975,000 $111,000
2020 $5,598 $959,000 $929,000 $30,000
2018 $5,467 $694,000 $684,000 $10,000
2017 $4,698 $629,000 $619,000 $10,000
2016 $4,381 $576,000 $566,000 $10,000
2015 $4,252 $523,000 $513,000 $10,000
2014 -- $485,000 $475,000 $10,000
2013 -- $449,000 $448,000 $1,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gloria Wolfe

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Gloria Wolfe

    John L Scott

    (425) 922-7675

    22 Total Sales

    Gloria Wolfe
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  • Michele Schuler

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Michele Schuler

    Reaologics Sothebys International Realty

    (206) 992-2013

    8 in this area

    185 Total Sales

    Michele Schuler
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM641833

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 502190-0160

Washington King County Mercer Island 98040 Shorewood

3709 88th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA

Homes for Sale in Mercer Island, WA

This home is located at 3709 88th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 since 28 May 2014 and is currently estimated at $1,704,293, approximately $860 per square foot. This property was built in 1948. 3709 88th Ave SE is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Northwood Elementary School, Islander Middle School, and Mercer Island High School.

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