For Sale28d on market
26427 161ST Place SE
Covington, WA, 98042 • 98042 • King County
$859,950
$305/sqft
-$15,050 since Mar 27, 2026
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
3Baths
2,820Sqft
0.16 acLot
1994Built
Property DNA
2 Story Style
Built 1994 · 32 years of history
Covington
98042
Outdoor Living
Bath Off Primary · Dining Room · Fireplace · French Doors · Security System · Skylight(s) · Vaulted Ceiling(s) · Walk-In Closet(s) · Water Heater · Wired for Generator
2 Fireplaces
Gas · Wood Burning · Lower Level: 2 · Fireplace
Garage
Driveway · Attached Garage
Ceramic Tile & Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1994
New Price! Great opportunity in Covington's desirable Highpointe! Spacious 5 bed 2.5 bath, 2820 sq ft home with multiple living areas includes bedroom on the main floor (or use as office). As you enter, you’re greeted by the spindle staircase, real hardwoods and dramatic vaulted ceiling. Formal living and dining rooms feature wainscoting, crown molding, coved ceiling in the dining room, brand NEW carpeting and a cozy fireplace. Large eat-in kitchen has granite countertops, SS appliances, island with gas cooktop, tons of cabinet space and opens to the family room with a stunning fireplace makeover! Laundry room & updated powder room complete the first floor. The sizeable primary suite features a charming bay window nook with built-in seating and magnificent chandelier. The 5-piece ensuite features TWO walk-in closets, soaking tub, separate shower, large vanity and new tile flooring. Three additional good-sized bedrooms and a full remodeled bath with quartz countertop, tile flooring and tile tub surround complete the second floor. Beautifully landscaped VERY private back yard, fully fenced-in with expanded patio is your own private oasis. Power backup generator, AC and 3 car garage complete your future home! Neighborhood has a park with sport court and trails too! Library, Schools, Parks, Shopping & Services just minutes away.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights cozy fireplace, expanded patio, and large eat-in kitchen as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$5,316/month
Principal & Interest$4,111
Property Tax$860
Insurance$287
HOA$58
Down payment20% ($171,990)
3%50%
Est. 5.97% rate · 30yr fixed · $687,960 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1994
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Parking3 Attached Garage spaces
HOA$58 monthly
Lot7,026 sqft
Days on Zillow28 Days
Price/sqft$305
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Style2 Story
Year built1994
Stories2
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
RoofComposition
ConstructionBrick, Cement Planked, Cement Plank
Water / SewerPublic, Company: Covington Water / Sewer Connected, Company: Soos Creek
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage
BasementNone
Fireplaces2
Lot7,026 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood98042
Annual tax$8,466
Parcel6806300650
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
HOA$58/mo
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bath Off Primary
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer
Dishwasher(s)
Dryer(s)
Garbage Disposal
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Washer(s)
Water Heater: Gas
Water Heater Location: Garage
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Hardwood
Laminate
Vinyl
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Fireplace
Gas
Wood Burning
Lower Level: 2
Fireplace
Windows
Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Attached Garage
Construction
Brick
Cement Planked
Cement Plank
Patio & Porch
Bath Off Primary
Dining Room
Fireplace
French Doors
Security System
Skylight(s)
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Water Heater
Wired for Generator
Lot Features
Cul-De-Sac
Curbs
Paved
Sidewalk
Cable TV
Fenced-Partially
Gas Available
Patio
Sprinkler System
Community
Athletic Court
CCRs
Trail(s)
Security
Security System
Utilities
Xfinity
Xfinity
Other Equipment
Wired for Generator
Room details
14 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
SecondBedroom
LowerBedroom
SecondBedroom
SecondBedroom
SecondBathroom Full
SecondListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market28
Est. value$857,600
Est. rent$3,708/mo
Tax rate0.82%
Price/sqft$305
On marketMar 15, 2026
PostedMar 12, 2026
Last sold$629,000
MLS statusContingent
MLS updatedApr 9, 2026
Tour days6
Views1,764
Favorites73
How are the schools in Covington?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Covington, WA, 98042
Price history
14 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 9, 2026Contingent$859,950$305John L Scott Real Estate
Apr 9, 2026Listed For Sale$859,950$305NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 5, 2026Pending Sale$859,950$305NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 30, 2026Contingent$859,950$305John L Scott Real Estate
Mar 27, 2026Price Change$859,950$305NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 12, 2026Listed For Sale$875,000$310NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 4, 2020Sold$629,000$223NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 2, 2020Price Change$639,000$227Keller Williams Mountains to Sound Realty
Aug 7, 2020Pending Sale$629,000$223Keller Williams Mountains to Sound Realty
Aug 4, 2020Price Change$629,000$223Keller Williams Mountains to Sound Realty
Jul 11, 2020Listed For Sale$639,000$227Keller Williams Mountains to Sound Realty
Jul 20, 1999Sold$327,000$116Public Record
Apr 7, 1995Sold$270,000$96Public Record
Apr 8, 1994Sold$53,500$19Public Record
Contingent$859,950
Apr 9, 2026•$305/sqft•John L Scott Real Estate
Listed For Sale$859,950
Apr 9, 2026•$305/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$859,950
Apr 5, 2026•$305/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$859,950
Mar 30, 2026•$305/sqft•John L Scott Real Estate
Price Change$859,950
Mar 27, 2026•$305/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$875,000
Mar 12, 2026•$310/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$629,000
Sep 4, 2020•$223/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$639,000
Sep 2, 2020•$227/sqft•Keller Williams Mountains to Sound Realty
Pending Sale$629,000
Aug 7, 2020•$223/sqft•Keller Williams Mountains to Sound Realty
Price Change$629,000
Aug 4, 2020•$223/sqft•Keller Williams Mountains to Sound Realty
Listed For Sale$639,000
Jul 11, 2020•$227/sqft•Keller Williams Mountains to Sound Realty
Sold$327,000
Jul 20, 1999•$116/sqft•Public Record
Sold$270,000
Apr 7, 1995•$96/sqft•Public Record
Sold$53,500
Apr 8, 1994•$19/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
21 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$8,466$838,000
Apr 10, 2023$7,988$752,000
Apr 10, 2022$8,597$830,000
Apr 10, 2021$7,803$659,000
Apr 10, 2020$7,412$595,000
Apr 10, 2019$6,514$518,000
Apr 10, 2018$6,109$517,000
Apr 10, 2017$6,080$464,000
Apr 10, 2016$5,864$478,000
Apr 10, 2015$5,864$437,000
Apr 10, 2014$5,864$410,000
Apr 10, 2013$5,864$342,000
Apr 10, 2012—$318,000
Apr 10, 2011—$340,000
Apr 10, 2010—$396,000
Apr 10, 2009—$396,000
Apr 10, 2007—$392,000
Apr 10, 2006—$368,000
Apr 10, 2005—$379,000
Apr 10, 2001$4,219$293,000
Apr 10, 2000$4,115$275,000
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Local context around this listing
Covington, WA • King County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
98042
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