4848 E Mercer Way

Mercer Island, WA 98040

$1,490,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,610 Sq. Ft.
$571 / Sq. Ft.
2,610
Sq. Ft.
$571
per Sq. Ft.

Description

An outstanding opportunity to own a very special mid century home with unparalleled lake views at this price point. An exceptional high end Kitchen & Great room renovation was completed in 2016. Miele & Bosch appliances w/custom built-in cabinetry. All bathrooms and flex space are original & in need of an updating. Renowned architect Arne Bystrom designed the original remodel of this award winning mid-century lake view home in 1963.The 2016 remodel details are outlined in the supplements.An outstanding opportunity to own a very special mid century home with unparalleled lake views at this price point. An exceptional high end Kitchen & Great room renovation was completed in 2016. Miele & Bosch appliances w/custom built-in cabinetry. All bathrooms and flex space are original & in need of an updating. Renowned architect Arne Bystrom designed the original remodel of this award winning mid-century lake view home in 1963.The 2016 remodel details are outlined in the supplements.

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Property Details for 4848 East Mercer Way

Community Name
East Mercer
School District
Mercer Island
View
Lake, Mountain(s), See Remarks, Territorial
Number of Assigned Spaces
2
Total Covered Parking
2
Entry Date
01-07-2019
Sewer
Sewer Connected
LISTING UPDATED: 03/26/2021 02:40 PM

Property Details for 4848 East Mercer Way

StatusSold
MLS #1398183
Days on Market20
Cumulative Days on Market181
Taxes$9,663 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.55 AC / 23,746 SF
CountyKing County

Location

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Sold By Windermere RE Mercer Island

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Building Information for 4848 East Mercer Way

Stories-Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.55 AC / 23,746 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,612 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,807

Property Taxes

$805

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4848 East Mercer Way

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 12 - 2 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings
  • Area: 510 - Mercer Island
  • Elementary School: Island Park Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Islander Mid
  • High School: Mercer Isl High
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: South on East Mercer Way. Left at 4800 block towards the water. Home is down the street on the right.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2018
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Number of Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 2
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
  • Basement: Daylight
  • Features: Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate
  • Water Heater Location: Lower level
  • Room and Floor: Bedroom-Lower, Utility Room-Lower, Primary Bedroom-Main, Extra Fin Rm-Lower, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Family Room-Lower, Family Room-Main, Bathroom Full-Main, Bathroom Three Quarter-Lower, Great Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Bathroom Three Quarter-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Room List: Bedroom, Utility Room, Primary Bedroom, Extra Fin Rm, Kitchen With Eating Space, Family Room, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Three Quarter, Great Room, Entry Hall
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Cement/Concrete, Metal/Vinyl, Wood
  • Roof: Flat, See Remarks
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Property
Utilities
  • Electric On Property: No
  • Heating and Cooling: High Efficiency (Unspecified),Insert
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer Company: City of Mercer Island
  • Water Company: City of Mercer Island
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Sewer Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Foundation: Post & Pillar
  • Builder Name: Architect- Arne Bystrom
  • Level: Two
  • Construction Methods: Post & Beam
  • MLS Square Footage Source: KCR
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1953
  • Photos Count: 25
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Cul-De-Sac, Dead End Street, Open Space, Secluded
  • Lot Size Source: KCR
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 1924059112
  • Calculated Square Footage: 2610
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 2610
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
  • Building Area Total: 2610.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • Green Energy Efficient: High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant

Property History for 4848 East Mercer Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 27, 2019

Sold

NWMLS #1398183

$1,490,000—
Feb 22, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #639974999

$1,490,000

+9.3% / yr

Jan 27, 2019

Pending

NWMLS #1398183

—
Jan 7, 2019

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1398183

$1,560,000—
Jun 12, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #354600655

$900,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/27/2019

Sold

NWMLS #1398183

$1,490,000
02/22/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #639974999

$1,490,000

+9.3% / yr

01/27/2019

Pending

NWMLS #1398183

—
01/07/2019

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1398183

$1,560,000
06/12/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #354600655

$900,000

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Public Records for 4848 East Mercer Way

Taxable ValueLand$1,451,000Additions$392,000Total$1,843,000
Tax Record2024$11,928 ($994 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,750 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt2,610 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,140 SqFtStories1Lot Size23,746 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953ZoningR-15CountyKINGAPN192405-9112Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 4848 East Mercer Way

This home is within Mercer Island School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Island Park Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Islander Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mercer Island High School
Public9 to 12

Northwest Yeshiva High School
Private9 to 12

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