Seller's Agent in 2024
David Eastern
Windermere Corporate
(425) 941-1199
1 in this area
189 Total Sales
Listed by Windermere Real Estate/East, Bought with Keller Williams Seattle Metro
4520 Ferncroft Rd Mercer Island, WA 98040
East Mercer NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,886,718 - $4,132,000
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
4,680
Sq Ft
$862/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Wine Cellar
- Deck
- Island Park Elementary School Rated A
- Lake View
- Wood Burning Stove
About This Home
As of January 2024One of a Kind…This iconic Mercer Island estate offers breathtaking East facing Lake Washington vistas and seamlessly blends the charm from its original 1934 construction with modern amenities and exceptional custom updates. The historic main house offers a dramatic primary suite that spans the entire top floor, convenient main floor guest suite plus 2 additional bedrooms in the daylight basement. The storybook 1/2 acre+ grounds feature a tranquil creek with footbridge, generous lawn space, gardens and meandering pathways to appreciate this private setting. The detached carriage house also enjoys the same jaw dropping views and includes a full kitchen plus 3/4 bath-a perfect space for out of town guests, work from home or live-in au pair.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Windermere Real Estate/East License #27365 Listed on: 09/22/2023
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: 2164655
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $22,838
Year Built
- Built in 1934
Lot Details
- 0.52 Acre Lot
- Street terminates at a dead end
- Partially Fenced Property
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Garden
Parking
- 4 Car Detached Garage
- Attached Carport
- Driveway
Property Views
- Lake
- Mountain
- Territorial
Home Design
- Poured Concrete
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,680 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- 3 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Stove
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- French Doors
- Wine Cellar
- Dining Room
- Finished Basement
- Natural lighting in basement
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Double Oven
- Stove
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Marble
- Travertine
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Storm Windows
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Outbuilding
Additional Homes
- 1 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit
- ADU includes 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near a bus stop
Schools
- Island Park Elementary School
- Islander Mid Middle School
- Mercer Isl High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
- Smart Home Wiring
- Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- High Tech Cabling
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Mercer Island Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0046100504
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 22, 2023
Closed on
Dec 22, 2023
Sold by
Warburg Paul and Warburg Shannon
Bought by
Stern Ryan E and Goodwin Jamie M
Seller's Agent
David Eastern
Windermere Real Estate/East
Buyer's Agent
Erin Elliott
Keller Williams Seattle Metro
List Price
$4,388,000
Sold Price
$4,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$238,000
-5.42%
Views
141
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$117,570
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.53%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,466,915
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,565,515
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 7, 2014
Closed on
Jun 17, 2014
Sold by
Meservey Donald L and Dereli Suzan
Bought by
Warburg Paul and Warburg Shannon
Seller's Agent
Wendy Lister
Coldwell Banker Bain
Buyer's Agent
David Eastern
Windermere Real Estate/East
List Price
$2,188,000
Sold Price
$2,027,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$161,000
-7.36%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.77%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 2012
Sold by
Meservey Donald L
Bought by
Meservey Donald L and Derreli Suzan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 6, 2009
Sold by
Meservey Donald L and Meservey Suzan M Dereli
Bought by
Meservey Donald L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 2002
Sold by
Meine Deanna Dahl
Bought by
Meservey Donald L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$798,750
Interest Rate
5.25%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 27, 1987
Sold by
Barnes Stanton J and Barnes Ernesta B
Bought by
Meine Frederick G and Meine Deanna D
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stern Ryan E | $4,150,000 | Cw Title | |
| Warburg Paul | $2,027,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Meservey Donald L | -- | None Available | |
| Meservey Donald L | -- | Lsi Title Agency | |
| Meservey Donald L | $1,065,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Meine Frederick G | $165,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Stern Ryan E | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Warburg Paul | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Warburg Paul | $930,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Meservey Donald L | $210,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Meservey Donald L | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Meservey Donald L | $798,750 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2024 01/12/24 | Sold | $4,150,000 | -5.4% | $887 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/03/2023 12/03/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/22/2023 09/22/23 | For Sale | $4,388,000 | +116.5% | $938 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/20/2014 06/20/14 | Sold | $2,027,000 | -7.4% | $433 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/23/2014 05/23/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/07/2014 05/07/14 | For Sale | $2,188,000 | -- | $467 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $23,217 | $3,545,000 | $1,794,000 | $1,751,000 |
| 2023 | $22,922 | $3,329,000 | $1,693,000 | $1,636,000 |
| 2022 | $19,974 | $3,723,000 | $1,905,000 | $1,818,000 |
| 2021 | $19,174 | $2,712,000 | $1,568,000 | $1,144,000 |
| 2020 | $18,772 | $2,395,000 | $1,494,000 | $901,000 |
| 2018 | $18,421 | $2,326,000 | $1,285,000 | $1,041,000 |
| 2017 | $15,816 | $2,123,000 | $1,162,000 | $961,000 |
| 2016 | $14,714 | $1,943,000 | $1,063,000 | $880,000 |
| 2015 | $14,235 | $1,760,000 | $962,000 | $798,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,627,000 | $890,000 | $737,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,143,000 | $775,000 | $368,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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David Eastern
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Erin Elliott
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Erin Elliott
Keller Williams Downtown Seattle
(206) 251-4259
1 in this area
57 Total Sales
-
W
Seller's Agent in 2014
Wendy Lister
Coldwell Banker Bain
-
M
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014
Michael White
Windermere Bellevue Commons
Map
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: 2164655
APN: 004610-0504
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