Under $500K in a $700K+ neighborhood! Packed with 2,340 sq ft of pure potential — the bones are solid. The layout is money. This Kent split-level is the bargain that seasoned investors have been waiting for. Four bedrooms, three bathrooms, two wood-burning fireplaces, and a lower-level suite with its own private exterior entry, ¾ bath, and dedicated laundry. Built-in rental income before you've swung a single hammer. Open-concept main level flows to a deck, fully fenced backyard, brick paver patio, and oversized two-car garage. Granite island kitchen ready for a cosmetic refresh. Location? This is where it gets serious. Minutes from Amazon, Boeing, and Blue Origin. Easy commute to Microsoft in Redmond. SeaTac Airport just 12 miles away, making this a natural target for corporate housing and traveling professionals. Sound Transit to downtown Seattle puts the entire tech corridor within reach without a car. Kent's rental demand is fierce — 193,000+ regional tech workers need housing and inventory stays tight.Kentridge High School ranks #1 in the district, distinguished by its rigorous AP coursework and consistently high academic achievement. 68 parks nearby with easy sidewalk access. Lk Meridian, Kent Station, & ShoWare Center nearby make this a sought-after locale. Update the finishes, unlock the equity, and walk away with a serious return. Priced to move. Opportunities like this don't come around often. HOME VIRTUALLY STAGED.
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Listed by: John L. Scott, Inc.
Bought with: Every Door Real Estate
$550,000
12220 SE 217th Place, Kent, WA 98031
4beds
2,340sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
7,348.57 Square Feet Lot
$549,100 Zestimate®
$235/sqft
$3,512 Estimated rent
Home value
$549,100
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Brick paver patioDedicated laundryOversized two-car garageThree bathroomsGranite island kitchenFully fenced backyardFour bedrooms
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Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: May 18
Listed by:
Esteban Rivera,
John L. Scott, Inc.,
Robin Root James,
John L. Scott, Inc.
Bought with:
Katie Hemming, 24010981
Every Door Real Estate
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2521564
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Great room
- Level: Second
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: Second
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: 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 (2019), Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Upper Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,340
- Total interior livable area: 2,340 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 7,348 sqft
- Dimensions: 70’ (+/-) x 105’(+/-)
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Patio
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2796100310
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Split Entry
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1979
- Major remodel year: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Soos Creek
- Water: Public, Company: Soos Creek
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Kent
- Subdivision: Kent
Other
Other facts
- Cumulative days on market: 7 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Sold | $550,000+12.6%$235/sqft |
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| 5/18/2026 | Pending sale | $488,500$209/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $488,500+71.4%$209/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2521564 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/18/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,688+19.5%$1/sqft |
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| 4/7/2018 | Listing removed | $2,250$1/sqft |
Source: Windermere Property Management South, LLC. Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,250+18.7%$1/sqft |
Source: WPM South, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2016 | Listing removed | $1,895$1/sqft |
Source: WPM South LLC Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2016 | Listed for rent | $1,895+11.8%$1/sqft |
Source: WPM South LLC Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2014 | Listing removed | $1,695$1/sqft |
Source: Windermere Property Management/WPM South, L.L.C. #PLJ12220-2 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,695$1/sqft |
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| 3/13/2012 | Listing removed | $1,695$1/sqft |
Source: Windermere Property Management/WPM South, L.L.C. #PLJ12220 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2011 | Listed for rent | $1,695$1/sqft |
Source: vFlyer Rentals #PLJ12220 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2005 | Sold | $285,000$122/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #25081285 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,552 +9.8% | $610,000 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $5,969 +9.1% | $587,000 +14.2% |
| 2023 | $5,472 -7.9% | $514,000 -9.2% |
| 2022 | $5,938 +10.1% | $566,000 +25.8% |
| 2021 | $5,396 +12.3% | $450,000 +18.4% |
| 2020 | $4,804 +3.1% | $380,000 +3.3% |
| 2019 | $4,659 +10.5% | $368,000 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $4,217 -2.2% | $348,000 +8.4% |
| 2017 | $4,312 +28.2% | $321,000 +17.2% |
| 2016 | $3,364 | $274,000 +7.9% |
| 2015 | $3,364 | $254,000 +8.5% |
| 2014 | $3,364 | $234,000 +15.3% |
| 2013 | $3,364 | $203,000 +14% |
| 2012 | -- | $178,000 -13.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $205,000 -8.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $224,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $224,000 -7.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $242,000 +6.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $228,000 +7% |
| 2005 | -- | $213,000 +27.5% |
| 2001 | $2,483 +3.5% | $167,000 +7.7% |
| 2000 | $2,399 | $155,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Hill-Meridian
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Soos Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Northwood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 7/10Kentridge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Soos Creek Elem
- Middle: Northwood Jnr High
- High: Kentridge High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Washington
- King County
- Kent
- 98031
- East Hill-Meridian
- 12220 SE 217th Place
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