NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8612 SE 78th St Mercer Island, WA 98040

Mercer Island Estates Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,261,000 - $2,512,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,010 Sq Ft
$784/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 20, 2014

Last sale price $980,000 $326 Per Sq Ft

Est. 141% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,104/month

2 Days on Market

About This Home

As of November 2014

It's Finally Here! A traditional 2-story in ideal southend nbrhd. Designed for entertaining & easy lifestyle. Featuring flowing spaces from living room w/ crisply framed windows & tongue & groove ceiling to comfortable dining room w/ French doors open to level fenced back yard. Open kitchen w/ garden window extends to eating area & family room with fireplace. Slider to large deck & patio for al fresco dining. Spacious rec room on main. Master & 3 bedrooms up. Walk to schools/parks/shopping. Wow!

Last Listed By

Cynthia Schoonmaker

Windermere Mercer Island License #11207 Listed on: 10/18/2014

Windermere Mercer Island

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM708399

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,269

Year Built

1973

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Condition: Good
  • Sq Ft Finished: 3010
  • Form 17: Provided
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1973

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Features: Bath Off Master, Dining Room, High Tech Cabling, Skylights, Walk-in Closet
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Floor: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Lot Details: Paved Street
  • Roof: Composition
  • Site Features: Athletic Court, Cable TV, Deck, Full Fence, Natural Gas Available, High Speed Internet, RV Parking, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Heating and Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Sewer Company: Mercer Island
  • Water Company: Mercer Island
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: MIS
  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle School: Isler Mid
  • High School: Mercer Isl High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2014
Closed on
Nov 12, 2014
Sold by
Staples Scott M and Staples Heather C
Bought by
Wenzel Jeff S and Wenzel Jennifer L
Seller's Agent
Cynthia Schoonmaker
Windermere Mercer Island
Buyer's Agent
Erin Ewing
Windermere Mercer Island
List Price
$980,000
Sold Price
$980,000
Total Days on Market
2
Current Estimated Value
$2,359,556

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,379,556
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.03%
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2010
Sold by
Johnson Daniel L and Johnson Darcy B
Bought by
Staples Scott M and Staples Heather C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$567,500
Interest Rate
4.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 1994
Sold by
Us Bank Washington
Bought by
Johnson Daniel L and Johnson Darcy B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
8.92%

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
Wenzel Jeff S $980,000 Fidelity Natio
Staples Scott M $829,000 First American
Johnson Daniel L $36,000 Commonwealth Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wenzel Jeffrey S $250,000
Open Wenzel Jeff S $697,000
Closed Wenzel Jeff S $700,000
Closed Wenzel Jeff S $610,000
Closed Wenzel Jeff S $580,000
Previous Owner Staples Scott M $622,000
Previous Owner Staples Scott M $109,000
Previous Owner Staples Scott M $405,200
Previous Owner Staples Scott M $567,000
Previous Owner Staples Scott M $567,500
Previous Owner Staples Scott R $300,000
Previous Owner Johnson Daniel L $99,999
Previous Owner Johnson Daniel L $574,000
Previous Owner Johnson Daniel L $550,000
Previous Owner Johnson Daniel L $450,000
Previous Owner Johnson Daniel L $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/20/2014 11/20/14 Sold $980,000 0.0% $326 / Sq Ft
10/21/2014 10/21/14 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2014 10/18/14 For Sale $980,000 -- $326 / 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 $12,269 $1,872,000 $1,200,000 $672,000
2023 $12,114 $1,758,000 $1,133,000 $625,000
2022 $10,835 $1,966,000 $1,275,000 $691,000
2021 $10,399 $1,470,000 $1,050,000 $420,000
2020 $10,326 $1,298,000 $1,000,000 $298,000
2018 $10,019 $1,279,000 $867,000 $412,000
2017 $8,464 $1,154,000 $784,000 $370,000
2016 $7,873 $1,039,000 $717,000 $322,000
2015 $7,591 $941,000 $649,000 $292,000
2014 -- $867,000 $600,000 $267,000
2013 -- $825,000 $515,000 $310,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Cynthia Schoonmaker

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Cynthia Schoonmaker

    Windermere Corporate

    (206) 683-2725

    32 Total Sales

    Cynthia Schoonmaker
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  • Julie Wilson

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Julie Wilson

    Windermere Corporate

    (206) 225-1500

    3 in this area

    61 Total Sales

    Julie Wilson
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  • Erin Ewing

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Erin Ewing

    Windermere Corporate

    (206) 354-8228

    39 Total Sales

    Erin Ewing
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM708399

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 545122-0150

Washington King County Mercer Island 98040 Mercer Island Estates

8612 SE 78th St, Mercer Island, WA

Homes for Sale in Mercer Island, WA

This home is located at 8612 SE 78th St, Mercer Island, WA 98040 since 18 October 2014 and is currently estimated at $2,359,556, approximately $783 per square foot. This property was built in 1973. 8612 SE 78th St is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Lakeridge Elementary School, Islander Middle School, and Mercer Island High School.

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