Privacy. Acreage. Possibility. Welcome to a rare opportunity to own 2.65 private acres in Kent, where peaceful living meets endless potential. Whether you're looking for a private estate, multi-generational living, or exploring possible additional building opportunities (buyer to verify), this exceptional property offers space, flexibility, and room to grow. A dramatic two-story entry welcomes you into a thoughtfully designed home featuring a private French-door den, an expansive great room, and a chef-inspired kitchen with premium appliances, a gas range, and double wall ovens. Multiple patios and an expansive deck provide the perfect setting for entertaining or simply relaxing while enjoying the privacy of your own park-like surroundings. Additional features include a 3-car garage, abundant storage, dedicated RV/boat parking with 50-amp hookup, no HOA, central A/C, central vacuum, a new 30-year roof, fresh interior paint, updated kitchen vent, and a security system (2023). Enjoy the tranquility of country-style living while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, schools, and major commuting routes. A rare opportunity to own acreage, privacy, and convenience all in one exceptional property.
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Listed by: John L. Scott, Inc • Kenneth Williams
Price cut: $16K (8/3)
$1,098,996
12612 SE 261st Street, Kent, WA 98030
5beds
2,590sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
2.65 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$424/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated kitchen ventExpansive deckMultiple patiosFresh interior paintDouble wall ovensGas rangeAbundant storage
- 48 days
- 560
- 34
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kenneth Williams,
John L. Scott, Inc
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2553241
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, 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: Gas in the Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,590
- Total interior livable area: 2,590 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Attached Carport, RV Parking
- Carport spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Partial
Lot
- Size: 2.65 Acres
- Features: Paved, Cable TV, Deck, Electric Car Charging, High Speed Internet, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 2822059300
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: none
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Kent
- Water: Public, Company: Lake Meridian
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kent
Location
- Region: Kent
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $424/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $936,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,052
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 48 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/3/2026 | Price change | $1,098,996-1.4%$424/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2553241 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,114,996+27.4%$431/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2553241 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2022 | Sold | $875,000-5.4%$338/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2013382 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2022 | Pending sale | $925,000$357/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2013382 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $925,000+516.7%$357/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2013382 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2015 | Sold | $150,000-61%$58/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2002 | Sold | $385,000+541.7%$149/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #22004761 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2000 | Sold | $60,000$23/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,997 +10.4% | $936,000 +4% |
| 2024 | $9,052 +7.3% | $900,000 +12.2% |
| 2023 | $8,435 -3.1% | $802,000 -4.1% |
| 2022 | $8,707 +9.7% | $836,000 +25.3% |
| 2021 | $7,935 +11.2% | $667,000 +17% |
| 2020 | $7,135 +1.7% | $570,000 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $7,017 +8.6% | $560,000 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $6,463 +1.5% | $542,000 +12.9% |
| 2017 | $6,369 +26.1% | $480,000 +15.7% |
| 2016 | $5,049 | $415,000 +5.3% |
| 2015 | $5,049 | $394,000 +11% |
| 2014 | $5,049 | $355,000 +11.6% |
| 2013 | $5,049 | $318,000 +12.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $283,000 -6% |
| 2011 | -- | $301,000 -13.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $347,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $347,000 -26.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $475,000 +0.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $472,000 +19.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $394,000 +328.3% |
| 2001 | $1,309 -0.4% | $92,000 +4.5% |
| 2000 | $1,313 | $88,000 |
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Neighborhood: 98031
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Martin Sortun Elem
- Middle: Meridian Jnr High
- High: Kent-Meridian 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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