Sold108d on marketHistoric · 99 yrs
13540 SE 256th Street
Kent, WA, 98042 • 98042 • King County
$435,000
$315/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,380Sqft
0.49 acLot
1927Built
Property DNA
Territorial Views
Territorial
Traditional Style
Built 1927 · 99 years of history
Kent
98042
Outdoor Living
Ceiling Fan(s) · Double Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · Fireplace · Hot Tub/Spa · Vaulted Ceiling(s) · Water Heater
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
Garage
Attached Carport · Driveway · Detached Garage
Marble Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
20 views
People checking out this listing
108 days on market
Established listing
$315/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1927 · Historic
Developers-per the city, new NR-2 zoning allows up to 11 attached units! Charming 3 bedroom home on nearly half an acre! This property offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and outdoor living. Step inside and you will find a generous living space with wood beams, a fireplace, and two large picture windows that opens to a bright kitchen. The primary suite is ideal for relaxing, along with two additional bedrooms. Outside enjoy a private oasis with established fruit trees, a thriving garden area, and plenty of room to play, plant, or just unwind. There is a storage shed with power and the garage is currently being used as a shop. The home is in an ideal area that is close to freeways, shopping, restaurants and public transit.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights established fruit trees, bright kitchen, and wood beams as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,708/month
Principal & Interest$2,128
Property Tax$435
Insurance$145
Down payment20% ($87,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $348,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1927
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
Parking1 Garage space
Lot0.49 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleTraditional
ConditionAverage
Year built1927
Stories1
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionMetal/Vinyl
Water / SewerPublic, Company: Lake Meridian / Septic Tank
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached Carport, Driveway, Detached Garage
BasementNone
Fireplaces1
Lot0.49 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood98042
Annual tax$4,658
Parcel2222059030
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher(s)
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Water Heater: Electric
Water Heater Location: Utility Room
Flooring
Marble
Vinyl
Vinyl Plank
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Exterior Features
Parking
Attached Carport
Driveway
Detached Garage
Construction
Metal/Vinyl
Patio & Porch
Ceiling Fan(s)
Double Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
Fireplace
Hot Tub/Spa
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Water Heater
Lot Features
Paved
Views
Territorial
Room details
5 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBedroom
MainBedroom
MainOther
MainUtility Room
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market108
Est. value$440,500
Est. rent$2,891/mo
Tax rate0.82%
Price/sqft$315
On marketNov 19, 2025
PostedSep 27, 2025
Last sold$435,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedJan 19, 2026
Tour days6
Views20
How are the schools in Kent?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Kent, WA, 98042
Price history
7 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Dec 19, 2025Sold$435,000$315NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 11, 2025Pending Sale$500,000$362NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 3, 2025Listed For Sale$500,000$362NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 19, 2025Pending Sale$500,000$362NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 18, 2025Price Change$500,000$362NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 27, 2025Listed For Sale$585,000$424NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 26, 2013Sold$199,000$144NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$435,000
Dec 19, 2025•$315/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$500,000
Dec 11, 2025•$362/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$500,000
Dec 3, 2025•$362/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$500,000
Nov 19, 2025•$362/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$500,000
Oct 18, 2025•$362/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$585,000
Sep 27, 2025•$424/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$199,000
Jun 26, 2013•$144/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
21 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$4,658$461,000
Apr 7, 2023$4,343$411,000
Apr 7, 2022$5,053$486,000
Apr 7, 2021$4,607$388,000
Apr 7, 2020$4,147$332,000
Apr 7, 2019$3,955$316,000
Apr 7, 2018$3,638$306,000
Apr 7, 2017$3,585$271,000
Apr 7, 2016$2,931$243,000
Apr 7, 2015$2,931$231,000
Apr 7, 2014$2,931$208,000
Apr 7, 2013$2,931$186,000
Apr 7, 2012—$178,000
Apr 7, 2011—$189,000
Apr 7, 2010—$214,000
Apr 7, 2009—$214,000
Apr 7, 2007—$198,000
Apr 7, 2006—$178,000
Apr 7, 2005—$168,000
Apr 7, 2001$1,845$129,000
Apr 7, 2000$1,756$117,000
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Kent, WA • King County
Nearby neighborhoods
East Hill-MeridianLake MeridianLake Morton-BerrydaleMill CreekRiverviewSaltair HillsScenic HillThe LakesWest Hill
Nearby cities
AuburnBellevueBothellFederal WayKentKirklandRedmondRenton
Nearby zip codes
98030980319803298035980429806498089
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