Sold384d on market
6816 96th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA, 98040 • 98040 • King County
$2,500,000
$924/sqft
4Beds
4Baths
2,707Sqft
0.22 acLot
1969Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Lake · Territorial
Northwest Contemporary Style
Built 1969 · 57 years of history
East Mercer
98040
Outdoor Living
Bath Off Primary · Ceramic Tile · Double Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · Fireplace · Hardwood · Laminate · Loft · Security System · Vaulted Ceiling(s) · Walk-In Closet(s) · Wall to Wall Carpet · Water Heater
2 Fireplaces
Gas · Lower Level: 1 · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
2-Car Garage
Attached Garage
Ceramic Tile & Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 384 days ago · 8 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
8 views
People checking out this listing
384 days on market
Established listing
$924/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 1% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1969
Awaken to sunrise over Lake Washington in this Pacific NW retreat, where architecture & nature unite. Nestled on the island’s eastside, this home blends vertical cedar, rustic beams & soaring ceilings, with walls of glass framing breathtaking lake views. A dramatic two-story entry leads to the great room, where a cozy fireplace adds warmth and charm. The kitchen seamlessly connects to the dining and living areas, opening to a spacious deck for alfresco dining. Upstairs, the primary suite offers stunning views, an ensuite bath, office + walk-in closet. The lower level features a rec room, two bedrooms + access to a yard with a patio, grassy play area and hot tub. Minutes from top schools, trails, parks, and shopping—PNW living at its finest
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights sunrise over lake washington, cozy fireplace, and rustic beams as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$15,567/month
Principal & Interest$12,234
Property Tax$2,500
Insurance$833
Down payment20% ($500,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.19% rate · 30yr fixed · $2,000,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1969
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingForced Air
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot9,600 sqft
Offer Review Date2025-02-25
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleNorthwest Contemporary
ConditionVery Good
Year built1969
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingForced Air
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerPublic, Company: City of Mercer Island / Sewer Connected, Company: City of Mercer Island
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementDaylight,Finished
Fireplaces2
Lot9,600 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood98040
ZoningR8.4
Annual tax$10,662
Parcel2580700010
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
16 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bath Off Primary
Dining Room
Loft
Appliances
Dishwasher(s)
Double Oven
Dryer(s)
Disposal
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)
Garbage Disposal
Water Heater: gas
Water Heater Location: basement
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Hardwood
Laminate
Travertine
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Forced Air
Fireplace
Gas
Lower Level: 1
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Exterior Features
Parking
Attached Garage
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Bath Off Primary
Ceramic Tile
Double Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
Fireplace
Hardwood
Laminate
Loft
Security System
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Wall to Wall Carpet
Water Heater
Lot Features
Paved
Cable TV
Deck
Dog Run
Electric Car Charging
Fenced-Partially
Gas Available
High Speed Internet
Hot Tub/Spa
Patio
Community
CCRs
Security
Security System
Views
Lake
Territorial
Utilities
Xfinity
Xfinity
Other Equipment
Leased Equipment: no
Room details
15 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
SecondBedroom
MainBedroom
LowerBedroom
LowerBathroom Full
LowerBathroom Three Quarter
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market384
Est. value$2,477,200
Est. rent$5,698/mo
Tax rate0.82%
Price/sqft$924
On marketApr 13, 2025
PostedFeb 21, 2025
Last sold$2,500,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedApr 18, 2025
Tour days6
Views8
How are the schools in Mercer Island?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Mercer Island, WA, 98040
Price history
16 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 18, 2025Sold$2,500,000$924NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 25, 2025Pending Sale$2,495,000$922NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 21, 2025Listed For Sale$2,495,000$922NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 21, 2022Listing Removed——FSBO-Online.com
Dec 3, 2022Listed For Sale$2,900,000$1,071FSBO-Online.com
Nov 22, 2022Listing Removed——FSBO-Online.com
Nov 4, 2022Listed For Sale$2,900,000$1,071FSBO-Online.com
Aug 29, 2020Listing Removed$1,598,000$590COMPASS
Aug 29, 2020Listed For Sale$1,598,000$590COMPASS
Aug 28, 2020Sold$1,598,000$590NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 29, 2020Pending Sale$1,598,000$590Compass Washington
Jun 20, 2020Listed For Sale$1,598,000$590Compass Washington
Feb 25, 2011Sold$710,000$262NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 16, 2011Price Change$750,000$277Quorum-Laurelhurst, Inc.
Sep 18, 2010Price Change$799,000$295Quorum-Laurelhurst, Inc.
Jul 17, 2010Listed For Sale$829,000$306Quorum-Laurelhurst, Inc.
Sold$2,500,000
Mar 18, 2025•$924/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$2,495,000
Feb 25, 2025•$922/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$2,495,000
Feb 21, 2025•$922/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Dec 21, 2022•FSBO-Online.com
Listed For Sale$2,900,000
Dec 3, 2022•$1,071/sqft•FSBO-Online.com
Listing Removed—
Nov 22, 2022•FSBO-Online.com
Listed For Sale$2,900,000
Nov 4, 2022•$1,071/sqft•FSBO-Online.com
Listing Removed$1,598,000
Aug 29, 2020•$590/sqft•COMPASS
Listed For Sale$1,598,000
Aug 29, 2020•$590/sqft•COMPASS
Sold$1,598,000
Aug 28, 2020•$590/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,598,000
Jun 29, 2020•$590/sqft•Compass Washington
Listed For Sale$1,598,000
Jun 20, 2020•$590/sqft•Compass Washington
Sold$710,000
Feb 25, 2011•$262/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$750,000
Jan 16, 2011•$277/sqft•Quorum-Laurelhurst, Inc.
Price Change$799,000
Sep 18, 2010•$295/sqft•Quorum-Laurelhurst, Inc.
Listed For Sale$829,000
Jul 17, 2010•$306/sqft•Quorum-Laurelhurst, Inc.
Tax history
21 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$10,797$1,647,000
Apr 7, 2023$10,662$1,547,000
Apr 7, 2022$10,628$1,731,000
Apr 7, 2021$9,540$1,294,000
Apr 7, 2020$9,160$1,143,000
Apr 7, 2019$10,002$1,265,000
Apr 7, 2018$9,319$1,239,000
Apr 7, 2017$9,707$1,118,000
Apr 7, 2016$7,355$1,007,000
Apr 7, 2015$7,355$912,000
Apr 7, 2014$7,355$840,000
Apr 7, 2013$7,355$804,000
Apr 7, 2012—$742,000
Apr 7, 2011—$733,000
Apr 7, 2010—$791,000
Apr 7, 2009—$791,000
Apr 7, 2007—$772,000
Apr 7, 2006—$716,000
Apr 7, 2005—$652,000
Apr 7, 2001$5,241$548,000
Apr 7, 2000$4,910$465,000
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Local context around this listing
Mercer Island, WA • King County
Nearby cities
AuburnBellevueBothellFederal WayKentKirklandRedmondRenton
Nearby zip codes
98040
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