HUGE PRICE DROP! This spacious two-story home features 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and over 2,400 sq ft of living space. The island kitchen includes an eating bar that overlooks the generous family room with a cozy gas fireplace. A formal dining room provides the perfect space for gatherings, while the large upstairs bonus room offers flexibility, ideal for a home office, media room, or play area. The primary suite has vaulted ceilings, a 5-piece bath, and a walk-in closet. Home needs cosmetic work! New carpet and paint would make a huge difference. A brand-new roof has just been installed, giving you a head start. Located in a welcoming community with a nearby park, walking trail, and small lake. Close to shopping, schools, and freeway.
Pending
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Bain • Kelly Russell
Price cut: $20K (5/16)
$600,000
16127 SE 256TH Place, Covington, WA 98042
5beds
2,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
4,207 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$250/sqft
$50/mo HOA
What's special
Cozy gas fireplaceLarge upstairs bonus roomPrimary suiteWalk-in closetFormal dining roomGenerous family roomIsland kitchen
- 364 days |
- 59 |
- 0 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kelly Russell,
Coldwell Banker Bain
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2410124
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
Bonus room
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, High Tech Cabling, Loft
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,400
- Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, High Tech Cabling, Loft, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 4,207 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Fenced-Partially, Patio
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 7237301090
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cement Planked, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: SOOS Creek
- Water: Public, Company: Covington Water
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: CCRs
- Subdivision: Covington
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $50 monthly
Location
- Region: Kent
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $250/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $641,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,672
- Date on market: 9/5/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 317 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,688/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026 | Pending sale | $600,000$250/sqft |
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| 5/16/2026 | Price change | $600,000-3.2%$250/sqft |
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| 3/18/2026 | Price change | $620,000-1.6%$258/sqft |
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| 2/10/2026 | Price change | $630,000-2.3%$263/sqft |
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| 12/8/2025 | Price change | $645,000-2.3%$269/sqft |
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| 11/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $660,000$275/sqft |
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| 11/15/2025 | Pending sale | $660,000$275/sqft |
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| 10/28/2025 | Price change | $660,000-2.2%$275/sqft |
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| 8/16/2025 | Price change | $675,000-2.2%$281/sqft |
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| 7/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $690,000+113.6%$288/sqft |
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| 4/29/2020 | Listing removed | $2,495$1/sqft |
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| 4/21/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,495+10.6%$1/sqft |
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| 11/28/2017 | Listing removed | $2,256$1/sqft |
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| 11/8/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,256$1/sqft |
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| 4/20/2017 | Sold | $323,000+12%$135/sqft |
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| 12/21/2015 | Listing removed | $288,500$120/sqft |
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| 12/13/2014 | Pending sale | $288,500$120/sqft |
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| 9/19/2014 | Price change | $288,500+3.4%$120/sqft |
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| 3/12/2014 | Pending sale | $279,000$116/sqft |
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| 3/12/2014 | Listed for sale | $279,000+4.5%$116/sqft |
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| 7/9/2004 | Sold | $266,950$111/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #24032897 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,077 +11.1% | $641,000 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $6,372 +5.9% | $617,000 +11.4% |
| 2023 | $6,017 -6.9% | $554,000 -9.5% |
| 2022 | $6,462 +8.5% | $612,000 +23.9% |
| 2021 | $5,955 +6.2% | $494,000 +11.8% |
| 2020 | $5,609 +5.8% | $442,000 +6% |
| 2019 | $5,300 +11.9% | $417,000 +5.8% |
| 2018 | $4,738 +0.5% | $394,000 +11.3% |
| 2017 | $4,714 +12% | $354,000 +9.6% |
| 2016 | $4,210 | $323,000 +9.5% |
| 2015 | $4,210 | $295,000 +3.5% |
| 2014 | $4,210 | $285,000 +19.7% |
| 2013 | $4,210 | $238,000 +7.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $221,000 -6.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $236,000 -14.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $275,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $275,000 -0.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $277,000 +1.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $273,000 +5% |
| 2005 | -- | $260,000 |
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Neighborhood: 98042
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Covington Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Mattson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Kentwood High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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