NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5908 E Mercer Way Mercer Island, WA 98040

Parkwood - Mercer Firs Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,692,787 - $3,308,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,300 Sq Ft
$1,292/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 11, 2012

Last sale price $900,000 $391 Per Sq Ft

Est. 230% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,062/month

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront Community
  • Docks
  • Northwest Architecture
  • Island Park Elementary School Rated A
  • Lake View
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of September 2012

Most affordable Mercer Island Waterfront, 1/5 share of 30 ft Waterfront with Moorage and excellent views of the Lake and Mountains. Sunny location and outlook with lots of natural light this 4Bedroom 3Bath home has been lovingly well maintained w/ generous 15,246sq ft Lot it's a great opportunity to remodel and update to your taste or Build your dream home. New 200amp electrical panel, newer furnace. Newer Hot water heater, Sun room and patio off the kitchen, Spacious backyard and gardens.

Last Listed By

Erin Ewing

Windermere Mercer Island License #49702 Listed on: 07/17/2012

Windermere Mercer Island

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM382915

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,042

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Sloped Lot
  • Property is zoned R-15

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Northwest Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Poured Concrete
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Lake Views
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Outdoor Features

  • Docks
  • Patio

Community Details

  • Waterfront Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1924059137

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,042

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

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

Interior Features

  • Features: Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, Skylights, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2.50
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Lower: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Daylight
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Family Room: Lower
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2300
  • Square Footage Finished: 2300

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Flat
  • View: Lake
  • Waterfront: Lake
  • Waterfront Frontage: 30

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: City of Mercer Island
  • Water Company: City of Mercer Island
  • Water Heater: Basement-Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Community Waterfront/Pvt Beach

Schools

  • Elementary School: Isl Park Elem
  • Middle School: Isler Mid
  • High School: Mercer Isl High
  • School District: MIS

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Dead End Street, Paved Street
  • Lot Sq Ft: 15246
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Partial Slope
  • Parcel Number: 1924059137
  • Zoning Code: R-15
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Partial Slope

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 6839

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2012
Closed on
Sep 10, 2012
Sold by
Skoog Jonathan P
Bought by
Kavalok Elaine C and Kavalok Blake A
Seller's Agent
Erin Ewing
Windermere Mercer Island
Buyer's Agent
Anni Zilz
Windermere Mercer Island
List Price
$900,000
Sold Price
$900,000
Total Days on Market
17
Current Estimated Value
$2,971,596

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,071,596
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 1999
Sold by
Skoog Elsie D
Bought by
The James A Skoog Testamentary Trust and Skoog Jonathan P

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 1992
Sold by
Kientz Kenneth L and Kientz Norma R
Bought by
Kientz Kenneth L and Kientz Norma

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
Kavalok Elaine C $900,000 Chicago Title
The James A Skoog Testamentary Trust -- Transnation Title Insurance
Skoog Elsie D $684,000 Transnation Title Insurance
Kientz Kenneth L -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kavalok Blake A $780,850
Closed Kavalok Elaine C $500,000
Closed Kavalok Elaine C $915,000
Closed Kavalok Blake A $246,375
Closed Kavalok Elaine C $700,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/11/2012 09/11/12 Sold $900,000 0.0% $391 / Sq Ft
08/03/2012 08/03/12 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2012 07/17/12 For Sale $900,000 -- $391 / 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 $19,042 $2,907,000 $1,715,000 $1,192,000
2023 $18,801 $2,730,000 $1,618,000 $1,112,000
2022 $16,810 $3,053,000 $1,821,000 $1,232,000
2021 $16,135 $2,282,000 $1,499,000 $783,000
2020 $17,777 $2,015,000 $1,428,000 $587,000
2018 $17,250 $2,203,000 $1,394,000 $809,000
2017 $15,654 $1,988,000 $1,261,000 $727,000
2016 $14,370 $1,850,000 $1,153,000 $697,000
2015 $14,627 $1,742,000 $1,044,000 $698,000
2014 -- $1,695,000 $965,000 $730,000
2013 -- $1,606,000 $743,000 $863,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Erin Ewing

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Erin Ewing

    Windermere Corporate

    (206) 354-8228

    2 in this area

    39 Total Sales

    Erin Ewing
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  • Anni Zilz

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Anni Zilz

    Windermere Corporate

    (206) 390-5723

    18 Total Sales

    Anni Zilz
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM382915

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 192405-9137

Washington King County Mercer Island 98040 Parkwood - Mercer Firs

5908 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA

Homes for Sale in Mercer Island, WA

This home is located at 5908 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA 98040 since 17 July 2012 and is currently estimated at $2,971,596, approximately $1,291 per square foot. This property was built in 1957. 5908 E Mercer Way is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Island Park Elementary School, Islander Middle School, and Mercer Island High School.

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