Welcome to Lake Forest Estates an exceptional 3,920 sq ft retreat on shy 1/3 acre lot over looking lake Wilderness! This stunning 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home offers blend of charm and elegance. The main floor impresses with a large open living room bathed in natural light thru newer upgraded windows, spacious entry with stunning open staircase. Chef's kitchen featuring granite counters and island gas cook top with Dbl ovens. Family room anchored by a cozy pellet stove. Dedicated office on main floor. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite is your private sanctuary. complete with lake view off a private deck with jacuzzi tub, Primary bath with corner soaking tub and walk in shower, plus a generous walk in closet. two additional bedrooms and bonus with closet could be 4th bedroom complete the upper level. The lower level is an entertainers dream: a rustic rec room with a gas fireplace sets the mood, Private sauna, 3/4 bath and an impressive 400 bottle wine cellar elevate the experience to resort living. Mature landscaping and pond with water fall. Private manicured back yard with large partially covered deck with outdoor kitchen for entertaining! Private community park with Kids play area, sports court and lake access with dock. Adjacent to Cedar River walking trails. Tahoma schools!
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Listed by: Redfin • Robert Stoeck
$1,395,000
23200 SE 253rd Place, Maple Valley, WA 98038
4beds
3,920sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
0.32 Acres Lot
$1,346,500 Zestimate®
$356/sqft
$67/mo HOA
What's special
Private saunaGenerous walk in closet
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Robert Stoeck,
Redfin
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2586305
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Second
Den office
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Water Heater: Gas (2), Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Central Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Pantry, Sauna
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas, Pellet Stove, Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 2, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,920
- Total interior livable area: 3,920 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Built-In Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Pantry, Sauna, Security System, Sprinkler System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wine Cellar, Wired for Generator
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Sprinkler System
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 4017050500
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Wired for Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Soos Creek Water and Sewer
- Water: Public, Company: Cedar River Water District
- Utilities for property: Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Athletic Court, CCRs, Park, Playground, Trail(s)
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Lake Wilderness
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $800 annually
Location
- Region: Maple Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $356/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,240,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,997
- Date on market: 9/23/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Estimated market value
$1,346,500
$1.28M - $1.41M
$4,076/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+89.8%$356/sqft |
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| 1/12/2016 | Listing removed | $735,000+5.8%$188/sqft |
Source: MLS4owners.com #769399 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2015 | Sold | $695,000-5.4%$177/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #769399 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2015 | Pending sale | $735,000$188/sqft |
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| 6/21/2015 | Price change | $735,000-3.3%$188/sqft |
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| 4/14/2015 | Listed for sale | $760,000+287.8%$194/sqft |
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| 10/10/2012 | Listing removed | $196,000$50/sqft |
Source: Landman, Inc #17004 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2012 | Listed for sale | $196,000$50/sqft |
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| 3/14/2012 | Listing removed | $196,000$50/sqft |
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| 4/6/2011 | Listed for sale | $196,000-14.4%$50/sqft |
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| 4/15/2010 | Listed for sale | $229,000-50.2%$58/sqft |
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| 4/1/2001 | Sold | $460,000+41.5%$117/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #21031496 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/1996 | Sold | $325,000$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,713 +5.5% | $1,240,000 +4.6% |
| 2024 | $12,997 +10.5% | $1,186,000 +12.6% |
| 2023 | $11,765 +5.7% | $1,053,000 -12% |
| 2022 | $11,129 +7.7% | $1,196,000 +29.3% |
| 2021 | $10,337 +1.8% | $925,000 +11.2% |
| 2020 | $10,151 +15.2% | $832,000 +5.9% |
| 2019 | $8,808 +5.4% | $786,000 +1.4% |
| 2018 | $8,356 -20.3% | $775,000 -1.5% |
| 2017 | $10,484 -2.2% | $787,000 +9.9% |
| 2016 | $10,716 | $716,000 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $10,716 | $673,000 -10.3% |
| 2014 | $10,716 | $750,000 +25.4% |
| 2013 | $10,716 | $598,000 +6% |
| 2012 | -- | $564,000 -6.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $601,000 -9.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $662,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $662,000 +13% |
| 2007 | -- | $586,000 +8.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $542,000 +19.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $454,000 +16.1% |
| 2001 | $5,494 +11.9% | $391,000 +13% |
| 2000 | $4,908 | $346,000 |
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