Welcome to a rare Des Moines lifestyle property offering beautifully updated single-level living, partial Puget Sound views, exceptional parking, and a private resort-style backyard just minutes from the beach and Redondo boat launch. Mid-century modern character, bamboo floors, walls of windows, and extensive upgrades create a home designed for comfortable living and effortless entertaining. The open living and dining areas feature a dual-sided gas fireplace, while the chef's kitchen offers an oversized quartz island, Frigidaire Professional appliances, full-size side-by-side refrigerator and freezer, double dishwashers, warming drawer, prep sink, and abundant storage. The spacious primary suite includes a spa-inspired bath with an oversized dual-head shower, plus two additional bedrooms, a renovated guest bath, dedicated office, and functional mudroom. Outside, enjoy a 16' x 40' in-ground pool with a new Trex deck, cabana, pool bathroom, outdoor fireplace, playground, and covered entertaining area. A detached shop and separate 20' x 30' garage provide outstanding space for vehicles, boats, hobbies, and storage, with parking for multiple vehicles. Minutes from Saltwater State Park, Redondo boat launch, and the beach, this exceptional property also has a proven history as one of Swimply's top-performing pools, including recognition as Washington's #1 pool. Rental history available.
Pending
Listed by: eXp Realty • Kimberly Fraser
$869,950
1636 S 260th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198
3beds
2,220sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
0.48 Acres Lot
$857,000 Zestimate®
$392/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 51 days
- 324
- 3
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kimberly Fraser,
eXp Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2552746
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, 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
- Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s), Triple Pane Windows
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 2, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,220
- Total interior livable area: 2,220 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, High Tech Cabling, Hot Tub/Spa, Security System, Skylight(s), Triple Pane Windows, Wired for Generator
- Pool features: In Ground, In-Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Sound
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cabana/Gazebo, Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Outbuildings, Outdoor Fireplace, Patio, RV Parking, Shop
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 2822049192
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Wired for Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Midway Sewer
- Water: Public, Company: Highline
- Utilities for property: Comcast, Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Trail(s)
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Saltwater Park
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $392/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $711,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,443
- Date on market: 7/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 36 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$857,000
$814,000 - $900,000
$4,212/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/8/2026 | Pending sale | $869,950$392/sqft |
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| 8/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $869,950$392/sqft |
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| 7/28/2026 | Pending sale | $869,950$392/sqft |
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| 7/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $869,950+76.8%$392/sqft |
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| 5/21/2018 | Sold | $492,000+3.6%$222/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1271461 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2018 | Pending sale | $475,000$214/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northwest Realty #1271461 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2018 | Listed for sale | $475,000+69.7%$214/sqft |
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| 6/2/2012 | Listing removed | $279,950$126/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/PSR, Inc. #187667 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2012 | Price change | $279,950+1.8%$126/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/PSR, Inc. #187667 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2012 | Pending sale | $274,950$124/sqft |
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| 1/19/2012 | Listed for sale | $274,950$124/sqft |
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| 12/9/2011 | Listing removed | $274,950$124/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/South Inc. #187667 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2011 | Pending sale | $274,950$124/sqft |
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| 9/23/2011 | Listed for sale | $274,950+58.8%$124/sqft |
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| 6/3/1994 | Sold | $173,147$78/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,443 +1.8% | $711,000 -0.6% |
| 2024 | $8,292 +2.1% | $715,000 +11.4% |
| 2023 | $8,124 +2.5% | $642,000 -7.9% |
| 2022 | $7,927 +9% | $697,000 +24.9% |
| 2021 | $7,275 +7% | $558,000 +14.3% |
| 2020 | $6,796 +4% | $488,000 +3.8% |
| 2019 | $6,532 +6.3% | $470,000 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $6,144 -8.5% | $455,000 +10.7% |
| 2017 | $6,716 +37.6% | $411,000 +21.6% |
| 2016 | $4,881 | $338,000 +9.7% |
| 2015 | $4,881 | $308,000 +7.3% |
| 2014 | $4,881 | $287,000 +28.7% |
| 2013 | $4,881 | $223,000 +3.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $216,000 -7.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $234,000 -11.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $264,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $264,000 +6% |
| 2007 | -- | $249,000 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $235,000 +5.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $222,000 +28.3% |
| 2001 | $2,429 +3.1% | $173,000 +7.5% |
| 2000 | $2,355 | $161,000 |
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Neighborhood: Woodmont
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Woodmont Elem
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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