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$600,000
3beds
1,590sqft

17735 SE 261st Street, Covington, WA 98042

3beds
1,590sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
9,600 Square Feet Lot
$377/sqft

What's special

Perfect spot to relax

Welcome home to this charming Covington gem! Offering 1,590 sq ft with 3 bedrooms and 1.75 baths, this inviting home has the space, comfort, and character you’ve been looking for. The kitchen offers plenty of room to cook and gather, while the cozy gas and wood-burning fireplace creates the perfect spot to relax. Outside, the spacious 9,600 sq ft lot truly shines, featuring an oversized backyard with plenty of room for play, park your RV, entertaining, gardening, and summer gatherings. Whether you're hosting friends, enjoying a quiet evening by the fire, or making the backyard your own, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and versatility. Come see why this one is easy to love!

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Family Room

Kitchen

Primary Bedroom

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Listed by:

Andrew Wenzl,

Windermere Real Estate/East

Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2591939MLS Logo

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
  • Level: Main
Bedroom
  • Level: Main
Bedroom
  • Level: Main
Bathroom full
  • Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
  • Level: Main
Dining room
  • Level: Main
Entry hall
  • Level: Main
Family room
  • Level: Main
Great room
  • Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
  • Level: Main
Utility room
  • Level: Garage
Heating
  • Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
  • Forced Air
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 Location: Garage
Features
  • Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, High Tech Cabling
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl Plank
  • Windows: Skylight(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Main Level: 2, Fireplace
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 1,590
  • Total interior livable area: 1,590 sqft

Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached Garage, RV Parking
  • Has attached 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, Skylight(s)
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Territorial
Lot
  • Size: 9,600 Square Feet
  • Features: Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Irrigation, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
  • Topography: Level
Details
  • Parcel number: 8092000130
  • Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
  • Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,1 Story
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Brick, Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
Condition
  • Year built: 1964
  • Major remodel year: 1964

Utilities & green energy

  • Electric: Company: PSE
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
  • Water: Public, Company: City of Covington
  • Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity

Community & HOA

Community
  • Subdivision: Covington
Location
  • Region: Covington

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $377/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $512,000
  • Annual tax amount: $5,678
  • Date on market: 10/7/2026
  • Listing terms: Conventional,FHA
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)

Price history

DateEventPrice
10/7/2026Listed for sale$600,000+2.1%$377/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2591939 Report a problem
4/19/2024Sold$587,500+4%$369/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2211797 Report a problem
3/25/2024Pending sale$565,000$355/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2211797 Report a problem
3/23/2024Listed for sale$565,000+82.3%$355/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2211797 Report a problem
8/16/2017Sold$310,000+1.6%$195/sqft
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1165585 Report a problem
7/25/2017Pending sale$305,000$192/sqft
Source: RE/MAX SELECT REAL ESTATE #1165585 Report a problem
7/22/2017Listed for sale$305,000$192/sqft
Source: RE/MAX SELECT REAL ESTATE #1165585 Report a problem

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$5,678 +10.1%$512,000 +3.9%
2024$5,156 +5.8%$493,000 +11.3%
2023$4,874 -6.7%$443,000 -9.4%
2022$5,225 +8.5%$489,000 +23.8%
2021$4,817 +15.5%$395,000 +23.1%
2020$4,169 +6%$321,000 +5.9%
2019$3,935 +11.9%$303,000 +5.9%
2018$3,516 +0.7%$286,000 +11.3%
2017$3,493 +16.5%$257,000 +19%
2016$2,999 $216,000 +9.1%
2015$2,999 $198,000 -0.5%
2014$2,999 $199,000 +19.9%
2013$2,999 $166,000 +7.1%
2012-- $155,000 -6.6%
2011-- $166,000 -14%
2010-- $193,000
2009-- $193,000 -9.4%
2007-- $213,000 +6.5%
2006-- $200,000 +11.7%
2005-- $179,000 +25.2%
2001$2,106 +2.6%$143,000 +6.7%
2000$2,052 $134,000
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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$3,648/mo
Principal & interest
$3238
Property taxes
$410
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Neighborhood: 98042

Nearby schools

Crestwood Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 0.6 miles
5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10
Student Progress Rating
3/10
Mattson Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1 miles
5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10
Student Progress Rating
4/10
Kentwood High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.8 miles
4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10
College Readiness Rating
4/10