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15523 SE 261st Place
Kent, WA, 98042 • 98042 • King County
$900,000
$321/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
3Baths
2,800Sqft
0.37 acLot
2004Built
Property DNA
2 Story Style
Built 2004 · 22 years of history
Covington
98042
Outdoor Living
Bath Off Primary · Built-In Vacuum · Dbl Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · Fireplace · French Doors · High Tech Cabling · Pantry · Vaulted Ceiling(s) · Walk-In Closet(s) · Water Heater · Wired for Generator
1 Fireplace
Gas · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
Garage
Driveway · Attached Garage · RV Parking
Ceramic Tile & Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Just Listed
Listed Apr 7, 2026
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$321/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 2004
Stunning Covington 2-story Home on spacious park-like corner lot! Enjoy mature landscaping & an open patio as you step into this well-appointed property. Past the dining room & private office/den, you will find an incredible entertaining space - the airy living room w/ warm fireplace & vaulted ceilings connects through to the chef's kitchen, boasting quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, plentiful pantry space, and a central soapstone island to make meal prep a breeze. The primary bedroom on the main floor provides convenient living, featuring a 5-piece ensuite bath, tray ceilings, and a walk-in closet w/built-in storage! The additional bedrooms and large rec room make it easy to adapt this home to your changing needs. Explore the open backyard, complete with a covered patio to host your summer bbq's, room to put your gardening ideas into action, and a handy shed to store your tools! The huge 3-car garage provides space to store your cars and outdoor gear, and still leaves room for weekend shop projects. Property is conveniently located, offering a secluded feel while still providing simple access to WA-18, Lake Meridian & plentiful outdoor recreation spots, local shopping & dining, and so much more!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights covered patio, warm fireplace, and open patio as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$5,520/month
Principal & Interest$4,320
Property Tax$900
Insurance$300
Down payment20% ($180,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.01% rate · 30yr fixed · $720,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built2004
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
CoolingForced Air
Parking3 Attached Garage spaces
Lot0.37 Acres
Days on Zillow0
Price/sqft$321
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Style2 Story
ConditionVery Good
Year built2004
Stories2
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
CoolingForced Air
RoofComposition
ConstructionCement Planked, Stone, Wood Siding, Cement Plank
Water / SewerPublic, Company: covington water / Septic Tank, Company: private septic
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
BasementNone
Fireplaces1
Lot0.37 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood98042
Zoning2-SF
Annual tax$8,278
Parcel8586400073
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bath Off Primary
Central Vacuum
Dining Room
High Tech Cabling
Pantry
Appliances
Dishwasher
Double Oven
Microwave
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Dishwasher(s)
Microwave(s)
Water Heater: gas
Water Heater Location: garage
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Hardwood
Vinyl
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Forced Air
Electric
Natural Gas
Cooling
Forced Air
Fireplace
Gas
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Attached Garage
RV Parking
Construction
Cement Planked
Stone
Wood Siding
Cement Plank
Patio & Porch
Bath Off Primary
Built-In Vacuum
Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
Fireplace
French Doors
High Tech Cabling
Pantry
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Water Heater
Wired for Generator
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Cul-De-Sac
Curbs
Paved
Sidewalk
Cabana/Gazebo
Cable TV
Fenced-Fully
Gas Available
High Speed Internet
Outbuildings
Patio
RV Parking
Other Equipment
Wired for Generator
Room details
15 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
MainBedroom
SecondBedroom
SecondBathroom Full
MainBathroom Full
SecondOther
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Est. value$887,400
Est. rent$3,493/mo
Tax rate0.82%
Price/sqft$321
On marketApr 7, 2026
PostedApr 8, 2026
Last sold$140,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedApr 8, 2026
Tour days9
Views140
Favorites16
How are the schools in Kent?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Kent, WA, 98042
Price history
2 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 8, 2026Listed For Sale$900,000$321NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 30, 2003Sold$140,000$50NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$900,000
Apr 8, 2026•$321/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$140,000
Sep 30, 2003•$50/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
19 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2024$7,500$731,000
Apr 9, 2023$7,076$656,000
Apr 9, 2022$7,597$724,000
Apr 9, 2021$7,008$585,000
Apr 9, 2020$7,198$576,000
Apr 9, 2019$6,810$544,000
Apr 9, 2018$6,382$543,000
Apr 9, 2017$6,350$487,000
Apr 9, 2016$5,541$444,000
Apr 9, 2015$5,541$406,000
Apr 9, 2014$5,541$385,000
Apr 9, 2013$5,541$321,000
Apr 9, 2012—$298,000
Apr 9, 2011—$318,000
Apr 9, 2010—$370,000
Apr 9, 2009—$370,000
Apr 9, 2007—$461,000
Apr 9, 2006—$432,000
Apr 9, 2005—$411,000
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Local context around this listing
Kent, WA • King County
Nearby cities
AuburnBellevueBothellFederal WayKentKirklandRedmondRenton
Nearby zip codes
98042
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