Seller's Agent in 2025
Katie Penny Shea
Coldwell Banker Bain
(206) 755-5051
7 in this area
65 Total Sales
Listed by Coldwell Banker Bain, Bought with Windermere Real Estate Central
8801 SE 78th St Mercer Island, WA 98040
Tarywood Neighborhood
5
Beds
4
Baths
2,800
Sq Ft
9,895
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Property is near public transit
- Vaulted Ceiling
- 2 Fireplaces
- Lakeridge Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
About This Home
As of September 2025Blending classic Northwest design w/generous living spaces, this home invites both connection & comfort. Set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot, the upper-level features 5BR's/2.5BA's providing ample room for all. The main floor is thoughtfully designed for everyday living & entertaining w/welcoming living & dining rms sharing a double-sided fireplace, comfortable family rm off kitchen, powder rm & home office w/sep outdoor entrance. Vaulted cedar ceilings add warmth & character, while sliding doors open to a fully fenced backyard w/expansive patio—perfect for BBQs. A/C, new roof & generator hook-up. Blocks from Lakeridge Elem & IMS, trails & south-end shopping, this is a home where gatherings flow easily & every season feels like home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Bain License #89745 Listed on: 08/19/2025
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: 2417834
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,623
Year Built
- Built in 1966
Lot Details
- 9,895 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,800 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Stone
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Storm Windows
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near a bus stop
Schools
- Lakeridge Elementary School
- Islander Mid Middle School
- Mercer Isl High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Generator Hookup
- Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by Leo Fischer
- South End Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 18
- Assessor Parcel Number 3627800180
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 19, 2025
Closed on
Sep 18, 2025
Sold by
Penny Stephen D and Penny Molly B
Bought by
Holden Family Trust and Holden
Seller's Agent
Katie Penny Shea
Coldwell Banker Bain
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Kempf
Windermere Real Estate Central
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-3.81%
Views
6
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.66%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $2,400,000 | Chicago Title |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2025 09/19/25 | Sold | $2,400,000 | -3.8% | $857 / Sq Ft |
| 08/22/2025 08/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/19/2025 08/19/25 | For Sale | $2,495,000 | -- | $891 / 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 | $12,623 | $1,926,000 | $1,321,000 | $605,000 |
| 2023 | $12,418 | $1,809,000 | $1,247,000 | $562,000 |
| 2022 | $11,144 | $2,023,000 | $1,403,000 | $620,000 |
| 2021 | $10,695 | $1,512,000 | $1,155,000 | $357,000 |
| 2020 | $11,399 | $1,335,000 | $1,100,000 | $235,000 |
| 2018 | $11,059 | $1,412,000 | $867,000 | $545,000 |
| 2017 | $9,342 | $1,274,000 | $784,000 | $490,000 |
| 2016 | $8,691 | $1,147,000 | $717,000 | $430,000 |
| 2015 | $8,378 | $1,039,000 | $649,000 | $390,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $957,000 | $600,000 | $357,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $839,000 | $577,000 | $262,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Katie Penny Shea
-
Lisa Kempf
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Lisa Kempf
Windermere Corporate
(425) 577-4877
1 in this area
57 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: 2417834
APN: 362780-0180
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