Sold206d on market
2241 72nd Ave SE
Mercer Island, WA, 98040 • 98040 • King County
$1,181,000
$1136/sqft
2Beds
2Baths
1,040Sqft
0.16 acLot
1947Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
City · Lake · Territorial
Character Home
Built 1947 · 79 years of history
First Hill
98040
Outdoor Living
Ceiling Fan(s)
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
19 views
People checking out this listing
206 days on market
Established listing
$1,136/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1947
Build your dream home in Mercer Island’s beloved Roanoke neighborhood! This sunny east-facing lot on a quiet, tree-lined street offers a rare chance to create a custom two-story home. Elevated enough to capture sweeping lake views from the upper level, the property offers both natural beauty and inspiring potential. Just minutes from I-90 and the town center, you’ll enjoy quick access to Seattle and Bellevue while feeling tucked away in a peaceful community. Stroll to the farmers market, spend afternoons at Aubrey Davis Park, or go to Safari Playground. With top-rated Mercer Island schools nearby, this is a special opportunity to build a home that fits your lifestyle in a neighborhood where neighbors become lifelong friends.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights sweeping lake views, quiet tree-lined street, and sunny east-facing lot as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$7,323/month
Principal & Interest$5,749
Property Tax$1,181
Insurance$394
Down payment20% ($236,200)
3%50%
Est. 6.14% rate · 30yr fixed · $944,800 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1947
HeatingWall Unit(s), Electric, Wood
CoolingNone
ParkingNone
Lot6,969 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1947
Stories1
Systems
HeatingWall Unit(s), Electric, Wood
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerSee Remarks, Company: Mercer Island / Sewer Connected, Company: Mercer Island
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingNone
BasementNone
Lot6,969 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood98040
Annual tax$8,507
Parcel3307700385
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
Dryer(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Laminate
Heating
Wall Unit(s)
Electric
Wood
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Exterior Features
Parking
None
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Ceiling Fan(s)
Lot Features
Value In Land
Gas Available
High Speed Internet
Views
City
Lake
Territorial
Room details
9 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBedroom
MainBathroom Full
MainBathroom Three Quarter
MainBonus Room
MainEntry Hall
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market206
Est. value$1,194,000
Est. rent$3,395/mo
Tax rate0.82%
Price/sqft$1136
On marketAug 23, 2025
PostedMay 30, 2025
Last sold$1,181,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedOct 13, 2025
Tour days6
Views19
How are the schools in Mercer Island?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Mercer Island, WA, 98040
Price history
9 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Sep 12, 2025Sold$1,181,000$1,136NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 5, 2025Pending Sale$1,250,000$1,202NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 5, 2025Listed For Sale$1,250,000$1,202NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 5, 2025Pending Sale$1,250,000$1,202NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 23, 2025Price Change$1,250,000$1,202NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 8, 2025Price Change$1,300,000$1,250NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 28, 2025Listed For Sale$1,350,000$1,298NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 17, 2025Pending Sale$1,350,000$1,298NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
May 30, 2025Listed For Sale$1,350,000$1,298NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$1,181,000
Sep 12, 2025•$1,136/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,250,000
Sep 5, 2025•$1,202/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,250,000
Sep 5, 2025•$1,202/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,250,000
Aug 5, 2025•$1,202/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$1,250,000
Jul 23, 2025•$1,202/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$1,300,000
Jul 8, 2025•$1,250/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,350,000
Jun 28, 2025•$1,298/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,350,000
Jun 17, 2025•$1,298/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,350,000
May 30, 2025•$1,298/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
21 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$8,507$1,297,000
Apr 7, 2023$8,399$1,218,000
Apr 7, 2022$8,373$1,363,000
Apr 7, 2021$7,516$1,019,000
Apr 7, 2020$7,216$900,000
Apr 7, 2019$5,313$671,000
Apr 7, 2018$4,964$659,000
Apr 7, 2017$5,189$597,000
Apr 7, 2016$4,034$547,000
Apr 7, 2015$4,034$496,000
Apr 7, 2014$4,034$460,000
Apr 7, 2013$4,034$463,000
Apr 7, 2012—$462,000
Apr 7, 2011—$158,100
Apr 7, 2010—$158,100
Apr 7, 2009—$158,100
Apr 7, 2007—$158,100
Apr 7, 2006—$158,100
Apr 7, 2005—$158,100
Apr 7, 2001$724$158,100
Apr 7, 2000$782$158,100
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Mercer Island, WA • King County
Nearby cities
AuburnBellevueBothellFederal WayKentKirklandRedmondRenton
Nearby zip codes
98040
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