4605 W Mercer Way Mercer Island, WA 98040
Forest Avenue NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,713,000 - $2,458,345
About This Home
Property Id: 469605
Mercer Island Cottage - Quiet, Comfortable, and Convenient
This well-maintained cottage offers a peaceful setting with natural surroundings and easy access to Seattle and Bellevue. Ideal for tenants who value comfort, privacy, and proximity to top-rated schools.
Property Features
•Open Layout: Spacious floor plan with good separation of living areas
•Updated Kitchen: Large prep space and modern appliances
•Fireplace: Wood-burning log fireplace for added comfort
•Natural Light: Wall of windows with views of surrounding greenery & Lake
•Outdoor Space: Sunny deck for relaxing or entertaining
•Pet Policy: Pets welcome with landlords approval and a Non Refundable pet deposit.
•No Smoking: Smoke-free home
•Parking: Plenty of off-street parking (no garage)
Location
•Located on Mercer Island
•About 10 minutes to Seattle or Bellevue
•Near Mercer Island High School, West Mercer Elementary, Island Crest Elementary and Northwood Elementary
Showings will be via upcoming OPEN HOUSE
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2025 09/26/25 | Off Market | $2,700 | -- | -- |
| 09/13/2025 09/13/25 | For Rent | $2,700 | -- | -- |
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 | $12,375 | $1,888,000 | $1,614,000 | $274,000 |
| 2023 | $12,406 | $1,807,000 | $1,523,000 | $284,000 |
| 2022 | $11,137 | $2,021,000 | $1,714,000 | $307,000 |
| 2021 | $11,168 | $1,511,000 | $1,411,000 | $100,000 |
| 2020 | $6,545 | $1,394,000 | $1,344,000 | $50,000 |
| 2018 | $6,386 | $811,000 | $801,000 | $10,000 |
| 2017 | $5,487 | $735,000 | $725,000 | $10,000 |
| 2016 | $5,108 | $673,000 | $663,000 | $10,000 |
| 2015 | $4,952 | $610,000 | $600,000 | $10,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $565,000 | $555,000 | $10,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $717,000 | $664,000 | $53,000 |
Map
- 4332 W Mercer Way
- 8150 Evergreen Ln
- 4825 88th Ave SE
- 4230 W Mercer Way
- 18 Holly Ln
- 4817 91st Ave SE
- 4150 Boulevard Place
- 9458 SE 47th St
- 4025 86th Ave SE
- 5019 E Mercer Way
- 8456 SE 40th St
- 0 XX23 91st Ave SE
- 0 XXX 91st Ave SE
- 9433 SE 54th St
- 44 xx Ferncroft Rd
- 3706 84th Ave SE
- 4802 E Mercer Way
- 7929 SE 37th St
- 5044 Butterworth Rd
- 73 xx SE 38th St
- 8 SE 46th St
- 8 SE 46th St
- 84 SE 46th St
- 4565 W Mercer Way
- 4610 81st Ave SE
- 4616 81st Ave SE
- 5626 SE 46th St
- 4600 Forest Ave SE
- 4612 Forest Ave SE
- 4545 W Mercer Way
- 4624 Forest Ave SE
- 4602 Forest Ave SE
- 4624 81st Ave SE
- 4608 Forest Ave SE
- 4628 Forest Ave SE
- 4615 84th Ave SE
- 4603 84th Ave SE
- 4606 Forest Ave SE
- 8360 SE 46th St