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  • Listed by: KW Greater Seattle
    Bought with: Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc
    $1,170,000

    12817 70th AVE S, Seattle, WA 98178

    4beds
    2,830sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1975
    0.98 Acres Lot
    $1,052,200 Zestimate®
    $413/sqft
    $4,400 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,052,200

    $989,000 - $1.12M

    $4,400/mo

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    What's special

    Lofted reading nookCozy gas fireplacesLush forestLarge turfed yardEat-in kitchenSeparate entryHeated floors
    Custom-built Pacific Northwest contemporary designed to embrace nature & capture breathtaking Olympic Mtn sunsets. Tucked away on nearly an acre of lush forest, this retreat offers vaulted ceilings, cozy gas fireplaces, & an eat-in kitchen w/ pantry, storage, & sunny solarium. Entertain on the expansive 1000SF deck, patio w/ hot tub setup or enjoy the large turfed yard. The extraordinary primary suite features vaulted ceilings, a lofted reading nook, & a spa-like bath w/ zellige tile, heated floors, marble counters, & alder vanity. Flexible downstairs MIL includes kitchenette, separate entry, sauna, & heated-floor bath. All major systems updated for peace of mind. Privacy here is unmatched—just forest, light, & unforgettable sunsets.

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    Listed by:

    Heather Rieck,

    KW Greater Seattle,

    Bradford W. Davis,

    KW Greater Seattle

    Bought with:

    Alexandria Montarbo, 24028117

    Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc

    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2428991MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Bedroom
    • Level: Lower
    Bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Bathroom three quarter
    • Level: Lower
    Bathroom three quarter
    • Level: Main
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Entry hall
    • Level: Main
    Family room
    • Level: Lower
    Kitchen with eating space
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen without eating space
    • Level: Lower
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Rec room
    • Level: Lower
    Utility room
    • Level: Lower
    Heating
    • Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Ductless, Radiant, Wall Unit(s), Electric, Propane
    Cooling
    • 90%+ High Efficiency, Ductless
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
    Features
    • Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Loft, Sauna
    • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Stone, Carpet
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s), Triple Pane Windows
    • Basement: Daylight,Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Gas, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,830
    • Total interior livable area: 2,830 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway, Off Street, RV Parking
    • Has carport: Yes
    • Covered spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Entry location: Main
    • Patio & porch: Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Loft, Sauna, Security System, Skylight(s), Solarium/Atrium, Triple Pane Windows, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Pantry, Water Heater
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Territorial
    Lot
    • Size: 0.98 Acres
    • Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded, Deck, Dog Run, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, Propane, RV Parking
    • Topography: Partial Slope,Sloped,Terraces
    • Residential vegetation: Garden Space, Wooded
    Details
    • Parcel number: 7878400030
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Northwest Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Poured Concrete
    • Roof: Metal
    Condition
    • Very Good
    • Year built: 1975

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
    • Sewer: Available, Septic Tank, Company: Septic
    • Water: Public, Company: Skyway Water
    • Utilities for property: Xfinity

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Location
    • Region: Seattle
    • Subdivision: Bryn Mawr

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,State Bond,VA Loan
    • Cumulative days on market: 157 days

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/26/2025Sold$1,170,000+6.8%$413/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2428991 Report a problem
    9/10/2025Pending sale$1,095,000$387/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2428991 Report a problem
    9/4/2025Listed for sale$1,095,000+22.3%$387/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2428991 Report a problem
    1/4/2023Sold$895,000$316/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2012872 Report a problem
    12/17/2022Pending sale$895,000$316/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2012872 Report a problem
    11/3/2022Listed for sale$895,000+88.4%$316/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2012872 Report a problem
    10/31/2016Sold$475,000-2.1%$168/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #966160 Report a problem
    9/22/2016Pending sale$485,000+3.2%$171/sqft
    Source: Windermere Real Estate/North, Inc. #966160 Report a problem
    10/29/2014Listing removed$470,000$166/sqft
    Source: Rockwell Realty Report a problem
    10/7/2014Price change$470,000-3.1%$166/sqft
    Source: Rockwell Realty Report a problem
    9/22/2014Listed for sale$485,000-24.2%$171/sqft
    Source: Rockwell Realty Report a problem
    12/11/2008Listing removed$639,950$226/sqft
    Source: TourFactory #28136550 Report a problem
    9/20/2008Price change$639,950+24.3%$226/sqft
    Source: TourFactory #28136550 Report a problem
    8/15/2008Listed for sale$514,950+101.9%$182/sqft
    Source: TourFactory #28136550 Report a problem
    2/29/2000Sold$255,000$90/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$10,442 +2.9%$875,000 -2.7%
    2024$10,147 +26.6%$899,000 +34.6%
    2023$8,016 +3.6%$668,000 -7.2%
    2022$7,738 +4.5%$720,000 +21.8%
    2021$7,402 +8%$591,000 +13.2%
    2020$6,853 +0.7%$522,000 +0.6%
    2019$6,808 +7.6%$519,000 +4.6%
    2018$6,329 -7.1%$496,000 +7.8%
    2017$6,816 +40%$460,000 +16.2%
    2016$4,867 $396,000 +9.1%
    2015$4,867 $363,000 +10.7%
    2014$4,867 $328,000 +21%
    2013$4,867 $271,000 +1.5%
    2012-- $267,000 -7%
    2011-- $287,000 -11.7%
    2010-- $325,000
    2009-- $325,000 -6.3%
    2007-- $347,000 -0.6%
    2006-- $349,000 +6.7%
    2005-- $327,000 +33.5%
    2001$3,109 +14.4%$245,000 +21.9%
    2000$2,718 $201,000

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    Neighborhood: 98178

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