Absolutely singular 1941 cottage in the woods, crafted with an unsurpassed eye for detail. Hand carved and painted beams support soaring wood ceilings. Scalloped interior trim adds a bit of whimsy while a stone fireplace grounds the living space. Modernized in just the right ways: updated kitchen has Miele dishwasher, Wolf gas range, counter depth KitchenAid refrigerator, and granite countertops. Huge primary bedroom updated in 2011 with spacious walk-in shower. On the tamed portion of this 1+ acre lot, garden walls create distinct outdoor spaces, including a courtyard dining patio, a hot tub pad, firepit, and a covered grilling shelter with a built-in fireplace. Cozy kitchenette studio under detached 380SF garage w/ full bathroom; perfect for guests, work-from-home, or future income. Easy jaunt to Lake Forest Park Town Center with Third Place Books, Honey Bear Bakery, Ace Hardware, King County Library, Albertsons, Starbucks, Mod Pizza and SO MUCH MORE. Ride the Burke Gilman Trail to Seattle or Kirkland. Beloved, highly regarded Shoreline Schools. And the icing on the cake….this parcel is deeded for membership in Lake Forest Park Civic Club with sandy beach, boat ramp, and clubhouse.
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Listed by: Windermere Real Estate Co. • Tanya Thackeray
Bought with: Windermere RE Greenwood
$1,185,000
17899 40th Avenue NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
3beds
1,780sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
1 Acres Lot
$1,181,100 Zestimate®
$666/sqft
$4,467 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,181,100
$1.09M - $1.28M
$4,467/mo
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Stone fireplaceUpdated kitchenMiele dishwasherSoaring wood ceilingsHuge primary bedroomSpacious walk-in showerScalloped interior trim
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Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: Jan 20
Listed by:
Tanya Thackeray,
Windermere Real Estate Co.
Bought with:
Brian Landreville, 108975
Windermere RE Greenwood
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2468458
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Garage
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Garage
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Marble, Softwood
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Daylight,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,780
- Total interior livable area: 1,780 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Has spa: Yes
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Paved, Value In Land, Cabana/Gazebo, Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: ADU Beds: 0, ADU Baths: 1
- Parcel number: 4019300830
- 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
- Good
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: SCL
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Lake Forest Park
- Water: Public, Company: Lake Forest Park
- Utilities for property: Comcast, Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Athletic Court, Boat Launch, Clubhouse, Gated, Park, Playground, Trail(s)
- Subdivision: Brookside
Location
- Region: Lake Forest Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $666/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,078,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,700
- Offers reviewed: 01/20/2026
- Date on market: 3/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 121 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/25/2026 | Sold | $1,185,000+19.1%$666/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2468458 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2026 | Pending sale | $995,000$559/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2468458 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000$559/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2468458 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,395 +7.2% | $1,078,000 +10.2% |
| 2024 | $9,700 +7.5% | $978,000 +15.5% |
| 2023 | $9,026 -0.1% | $847,000 -12.9% |
| 2022 | $9,039 +5% | $973,000 +23.3% |
| 2021 | $8,610 +8.8% | $789,000 +20.8% |
| 2020 | $7,916 +1.6% | $653,000 -0.2% |
| 2019 | $7,791 +10.3% | $654,000 +7.4% |
| 2018 | $7,064 +6.3% | $609,000 +8.9% |
| 2017 | $6,643 +22.5% | $559,000 +11.4% |
| 2016 | $5,423 | $502,000 +10.8% |
| 2015 | $5,423 | $453,000 +6.8% |
| 2014 | $5,423 | $424,000 +20.5% |
| 2013 | $5,423 | $352,000 +5.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $334,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $334,000 -27.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $463,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $463,000 +7.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $432,000 +5.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $409,000 +23.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $331,000 +35.7% |
| 2001 | $3,541 +1.2% | $244,000 +9.4% |
| 2000 | $3,500 | $223,000 |
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Neighborhood: 98155
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Brookside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Kellogg Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Shorecrest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brookside Elem
- Middle: Kellogg Mid
- High: Shorecrest High
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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