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: KW Greater Seattle • Heather Rieck
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
$1,030,500 Zestimate®
$413/sqft
$4,325 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,030,500
$958,000 - $1.10M
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Lofted reading nookCozy gas fireplacesLush forestLarge turfed yardEat-in kitchenSeparate entryHeated floors
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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#: 2428991
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,2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- 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 & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Bryn Mawr
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $413/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $875,000
- Annual tax amount: $10,147
- Date on market: 10/21/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 274 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,State Bond,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2025 | Sold | $1,170,000+6.8%$413/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2428991 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2025 | Pending sale | $1,095,000$387/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2428991 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000+22.3%$387/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2428991 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2023 | Sold | $895,000$316/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2012872 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2022 | Pending sale | $895,000$316/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2012872 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $895,000+88.4%$316/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2012872 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2016 | Sold | $475,000-2.1%$168/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #966160 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2016 | Pending sale | $485,000+3.2%$171/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/North, Inc. #966160 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2014 | Listing removed | $470,000$166/sqft |
Source: Rockwell Realty Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2014 | Price change | $470,000-3.1%$166/sqft |
Source: Rockwell Realty Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2014 | Listed for sale | $485,000-24.2%$171/sqft |
Source: Rockwell Realty Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2008 | Listing removed | $639,950$226/sqft |
Source: TourFactory #28136550 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2008 | Price change | $639,950+24.3%$226/sqft |
Source: TourFactory #28136550 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2008 | Listed for sale | $514,950+101.9%$182/sqft |
Source: TourFactory #28136550 Report a problem | ||
| 2/29/2000 | Sold | $255,000$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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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