4609 Forest Ave SE Mercer Island, WA 98040
Forest Avenue NeighborhoodAbout This Home
As of June 2018Magical updated Brick Tudor home & surrounding .55 acre, street-to-wft parcel w/sweeping lake, mtn & city views from MI’s coveted Gold Coast. Private approach allows only a glimpse of the gabled slate-tile roof as you pass a Tudor-style guest cottage & meander thru the enchanting garden to a storybook entry. Stained/leaded-glass windows & arched wood door w/iron hardware, classic hardwoods, coved ceilings, library/music rm & spacious master suite w/panoramic views. A truly unique property.
Co-Listed By
Peni Schwartz
Windermere RE Mercer Island
Last Buyer's Agent
Joseph Paar
Paar Development LLC
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: NWM626799
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Map
Property Details
Home Type
Other
Est. Annual Taxes
$29,944
Year Built
1931
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Condition: Remodeled
- Sq Ft Finished: 3403
- Form 17: Provided
- Special Features: None
- Year Built: 1931
Interior Features
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Fireplaces: 1
- Basement: Daylight, Fully Finished
- Features: 2nd Kitchen, Bath Off Master, Dining Room, High Tech Cabling, Security System, Walk-in Closet
- Fireplaces: 1
- Floor: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet
- Water Heater Location: Ext/S Side-Gas
Exterior Features
- Roof: Tile
- Exterior: Brick, Cement/Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Lot Details: Dead End Street, Paved Street
- Roof: Tile
- Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Dock, Natural Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Outbuildings, Patio
- View: City, Lake, Mountain
- Waterfront: High Bank, Low Bank, Bulkhead, Lake, Tideland Rights
- Waterfront Frontage: 41
- Lot Topography: Garden Space, Sloped, Steep Slope, Wooded
Garage/Parking
- Parking Type: Garage-Attached
- Total Covered Spaces: 2
Utilities
- Cooling: Forced Air
- Heating: Forced Air, Radiant
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Heating and Cooling: Forced Air, Radiant
- Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Sewer Company: City of Mercer Island
- Water Company: City of Mercer Island
- Water Source: Public, Lake
Schools
- School District: MIS
- Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
- Middle School: Isler Mid
- High School: Mercer Isl High
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $3,600,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,485,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | First American | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Transnation Ti | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American | |
| Warranty Deed | $805,100 | Transamerica Title Ins Co |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $741,750 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $741,750 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $750,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $879,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $1,194,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $1,739,500 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $2,900,000 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,250,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $1,426,194 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $525,100 | Seller Take Back |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2018 06/05/18 | Sold | $3,600,000 | -5.3% | $963 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2018 05/07/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/31/2018 03/31/18 | Price Changed | $3,800,000 | -5.0% | $1,016 / Sq Ft |
| 01/01/2018 01/01/18 | For Sale | $4,000,000 | +61.0% | $1,070 / Sq Ft |
| 11/20/2014 11/20/14 | Sold | $2,485,000 | -0.6% | $730 / Sq Ft |
| 07/09/2014 07/09/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/06/2014 05/06/14 | For Sale | $2,500,000 | -- | $735 / Sq Ft |
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 | $29,944 | $4,573,000 | $1,764,000 | $2,809,000 |
| 2023 | $29,568 | $4,295,000 | $1,665,000 | $2,630,000 |
| 2022 | $26,443 | $4,804,000 | $1,874,000 | $2,930,000 |
| 2021 | $25,381 | $3,591,000 | $1,543,000 | $2,048,000 |
| 2020 | $37,353 | $3,171,000 | $1,470,000 | $1,701,000 |
| 2018 | $38,615 | $4,630,000 | $1,752,000 | $2,878,000 |
| 2017 | $33,149 | $4,452,000 | $1,685,000 | $2,767,000 |
| 2016 | $16,810 | $4,074,000 | $1,541,000 | $2,533,000 |
| 2015 | $14,899 | $2,011,000 | $1,395,000 | $616,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,703,000 | $1,290,000 | $413,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,452,000 | $1,451,000 | $1,000 |
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: NWM626799
APN: 132404-9015
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