4888 Forest Ave SE

Mercer Island, WA 98040

$2,200,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
3,470 Sq. Ft.
$634 / Sq. Ft.
3,470
Sq. Ft.
$634
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Peek lake views & beautiful sunsets from this open & spacious NW home. Walls of windows let in the light & surrounding nature. Formal liv/din rms w/soaring ceilings. Open kit/fam rms w/access to the util rm from the garage & backyd. Wrap-around Trex deck & glass railings extend the feeling of nature all around you. The main flr includes an elegant entry, library, 1/2 bath, & big pantry (wine cellar/toys). The upper flr features a private primary wing w/5-piece bthrm (soaking tub, dual sinks, heated...Peek lake views & beautiful sunsets from this open & spacious NW home. Walls of windows let in the light & surrounding nature. Formal liv/din rms w/soaring ceilings. Open kit/fam rms w/access to the util rm from the garage & backyd. Wrap-around Trex deck & glass railings extend the feeling of nature all around you. The main flr includes an elegant entry, library, 1/2 bath, & big pantry (wine cellar/toys). The upper flr features a private primary wing w/5-piece bthrm (soaking tub, dual sinks, heated flr), 2 lrg walk-in closets & sitting area, 2 add'l bdrms, full bth & a second staircase to the main flr & basement. LL features a rec rm & office space w/private entry. 2-car garage + carport w/covered entry. A home w/warmth & character.
  1. Listed by Pam Richmond • Coldwell Banker Bain

Property Details for 4888 Forest Avenue Southeast

Community Name
Westside
School District
Mercer Island
View
Lake, See Remarks
Number of Assigned Spaces
3
Total Covered Parking
3
Entry Date
02-24-2024
Energy Source
Electric,Natural Gas
Sewer
Sewer Connected
LISTING UPDATED: 03/27/2024 12:49 PM

Property Details for 4888 Forest Avenue Southeast

StatusSold
MLS #2201077
Days on Market9
Cumulative Days on Market9
Taxes$16,831 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1981
Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,769 SF
CountyKing County

Location

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Building Information for 4888 Forest Avenue Southeast

Stories-Year Built1981Building Size-Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,769 SF

Payment Calculator

$12,929 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,527

Property Taxes

$1,403

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4888 Forest Avenue Southeast

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Patio
  • Area: 510 - Mercer Island
  • Block: 3024
  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle Or Junior School: Islander Mid
  • High School: Mercer Isl High
  • Directions: I-90 to Island Crest Way exit. Follow Island Crest Way to Rt on Merrimount Dr. Lt on W Mercer Way. Rt on 84th Ave SE. Rt on Forest Ave SE. Home is on the corner.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2023
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Carport-Attached, Garage-Attached
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, Attached Garage
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Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 0
  • Full Baths Upper: 2
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 1
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 0
  • Bedrooms Upper: 3
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Fireplaces Upper: 1
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Basement: Daylight, Finished
  • Features: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Loft, Security System, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Wet Bar, Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: Garage
  • Room and Floor: Bathroom Full-Second, Bathroom Half-Main, Primary Bedroom-Second, Bonus Room-Lower, Utility Room-Main, Dining Room-Main, Family Room-Main, Bedroom-Second, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Bonus Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Living Room-Main, Bonus Room-Second, Rec Room-Lower
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Range, Washer
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Other – See Remarks, Radiant
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Room List: Bathroom Full, Bathroom Half, Primary Bedroom, Bonus Room, Utility Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Bedroom, Kitchen With Eating Space, Entry Hall, Living Room, Rec Room
  • Number Of Showers: 2
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher,Double Oven,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove/Range,Washer
Property
Utilities
  • 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
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: Two
  • Zoning Remarks: R15
  • Lot Topography: PartialSlope,Sloped
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: KCR
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 37
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Paved
  • Lot Number: A
  • Lot Size Source: KCR
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 2574900070
  • Calculated Square Footage: 3470
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 3470
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Brush, Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 3470.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 4888 Forest Avenue Southeast

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 27, 2024

Sold

NWMLS #2201077

$2,200,000
Mar 21, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1529690588

$2,200,000

+6.9% / yr

Mar 4, 2024

Pending

NWMLS #2201077

Feb 24, 2024

Price Change

NWMLS #2201077

$2,195,000
Feb 24, 2024

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2201077

$1,295,000
Mar 7, 2014

Sold

NWMLS #540544

$1,120,000
Feb 26, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #410919376

$1,120,000
Jan 12, 2014

Pending

NWMLS #540544

Sep 6, 2013

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #540544

$1,225,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/27/2024

Sold

NWMLS #2201077

$2,200,000
03/21/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1529690588

$2,200,000

+6.9% / yr

03/04/2024

Pending

NWMLS #2201077

02/24/2024

Price Change

NWMLS #2201077

$2,195,000
02/24/2024

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2201077

$1,295,000
03/07/2014

Sold

NWMLS #540544

$1,120,000
02/26/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #410919376

$1,120,000
01/12/2014

Pending

NWMLS #540544

09/06/2013

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #540544

$1,225,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 4888 Forest Avenue Southeast

Taxable ValueLand$1,578,000Additions$802,000Total$2,380,000
Tax Record2024$15,395 ($1,283 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt4,000 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt3,470 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt530 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,769 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1981ZoningR-15CountyKINGAPN257490-0070Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 4888 Forest Avenue Southeast

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

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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