12827 SE 242nd Court, Kent, WA 98030
What's special
A RARE BACKYARD BONUS! A private gate connects the fully fenced backyard directly to Clark Lake Park—150 acres of scenic trails, open space & natural beauty. Along with a permanent greenbelt and evergreen backdrop, you'll enjoy quick access for recreation, fishing & dog walking! Tucked at the back of a cul-de-sac, this freshly-painted, stately brick beauty—one of the largest homes in the neighborhood—rests on an impressive 1/3+ acre lot. With four bedrooms upstairs, a main-floor bedroom or den and three bathrooms, there truly is room for everyone! Architectural detail abounds incl vaulted ceilings & skylights creating a bright, airy welcome in the entry, living room and main stairway. The refreshed kitchen features new quartz countertops, a new cooktop and double oven, garden window and walk-in pantry. Fresh paint in the common areas, refinished hardwoods, new living & dining room carpets add move-in-ready appeal. Every upstairs bedroom offers a walk-in closet, while the generous primary suite boasts two walk-in closets + a remodeled bath w/skylight and private toilet room. The primary ensuite was beautifully remodeled in 2018 and the upstairs main bath in 2025. Enjoy year-round comfort with A/C & gas heat. Outside, relax or entertain on the TimberTech deck w/Trex railing while enjoying the private, peaceful, park-like setting. Also featuring 2025 exterior paint, Cascade Mountain views, a custom garden shed, central vacuum, a new gas water heater and abundant attic storage!
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Marti Reeder,
John L. Scott, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
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: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Central Vacuum, Dining Room, Loft, Pantry
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Lower Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,220
- Total interior livable area: 3,220 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Off Street
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Built-In Vacuum, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Loft, Pantry, Security System, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Territorial
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Features: Adjacent to Public Land, Cul-De-Sac, Curbs, Paved, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 1509500310
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tri-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Kent
- Water: Public, Company: Soos Creek Water & Sewer District
- Utilities for property: T-Mobile, T-Mobile
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: East Hill
Location
- Region: Kent
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $303/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $860,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,379
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $974,950+114.3%$303/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2578179 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2005 | Sold | $455,000+48.7%$141/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #25026889 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/1998 | Sold | $306,000$95/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,379 +10.7% | $860,000 +4% |
| 2024 | $8,472 +7.3% | $827,000 +12.2% |
| 2023 | $7,894 -9.1% | $737,000 -10.6% |
| 2022 | $8,680 +9.7% | $824,000 +25.4% |
| 2021 | $7,910 +11.2% | $657,000 +17.1% |
| 2020 | $7,116 +4.8% | $561,000 +5.1% |
| 2019 | $6,787 +7.9% | $534,000 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $6,289 +1.5% | $517,000 +12.9% |
| 2017 | $6,195 +12.1% | $458,000 +2.5% |
| 2016 | $5,529 | $447,000 +5.4% |
| 2015 | $5,529 | $424,000 +11% |
| 2014 | $5,529 | $382,000 +11.7% |
| 2013 | $5,529 | $342,000 +12.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $304,000 -5.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $323,000 -11.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $364,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $364,000 -8.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $398,000 +6.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $373,000 +6% |
| 2005 | -- | $352,000 +15.8% |
| 2001 | $4,323 -3.4% | $304,000 +1.3% |
| 2000 | $4,475 | $300,000 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$954,400
$907,000 - $1.00M
$4,049/mo
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