Set against a protected greenbelt in Maple Ridge Highlands, this home offers one of the community’s most valued settings, with a private, wooded backdrop, a lush backyard, and nature just beyond the fence. Surrounded by hundreds of acres of protected open space, with a trailhead at the end of the street. The home has also seen meaningful updates where they matter most, starting with a **brand-new roof**, refinished hardwood floors, remodeled bathrooms, custom millwork, a newer water heater, and a heat pump for efficient heating and air conditioning. Inside, the entry opens to welcoming rooms, offering a classic layout with room to personalize. The family room centers around a stone fireplace and includes built-in surround sound speakers, creating a comfortable space to gather, unwind, or host. The kitchen connects easily to the main living areas and features stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and an updated backsplash. Both bathrooms have been refreshed with designer finishes, giving the home a more current, polished feel. Bonus room upstairs or 5th bedroom and a loft space for flexibilty of use. Out back, the level yard is framed by evergreens, with garden space..Step outside and the home truly shines. The professionally designed backyard offers multiple gathering spaces including an expansive patio, raised garden beds, firepit area, and mature greenery that creates exceptional privacy and year-round enjoyment. Enjoy trails, parks, and sought after Tahoma schools.
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Listed by: The Amber Bills Group • Amber Bills Clarke
Price cut: $15K (6/4)
$834,950
25381 SE 279th Place, Maple Valley, WA 98038
5beds
2,550sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
4,094 Square Feet Lot
$825,600 Zestimate®
$327/sqft
$82/mo HOA
What's special
Lush backyardGarden spaceRefinished hardwood floorsRemodeled bathroomsProfessionally designed backyardRaised garden bedsCustom millwork
- 53 days |
- 362 |
- 21 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amber Bills Clarke,
The Amber Bills Group
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2516833
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
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, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Loft, Pantry
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,550
- Total interior livable area: 2,550 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Loft, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 4,094 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45 x 91 x 45 x 91
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Patio
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 5104530120
- Zoning: R4
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Stone, Wood Products, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Soos Creek
- Water: Public, Company: Covington Water District
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: CCRs, Park, Playground, Trail(s)
- Subdivision: Maple Valley
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $245 quarterly
- HOA phone: 253-852-8195
Location
- Region: Maple Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $327/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $845,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,157
- Date on market: 5/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 51 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$825,600
$784,000 - $867,000
$3,987/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2026 | Pending sale | $834,950$327/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2516833 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2026 | Price change | $834,950-1.8%$327/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2516833 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,950+101.2%$333/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2516833 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2006 | Sold | $422,492$166/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,425 +2.9% | $845,000 +1.9% |
| 2024 | $9,157 +23.5% | $829,000 +26.4% |
| 2023 | $7,417 +5.7% | $656,000 -11.9% |
| 2022 | $7,017 +7.6% | $745,000 +29.3% |
| 2021 | $6,519 +7.8% | $576,000 +17.8% |
| 2020 | $6,046 +11.7% | $489,000 +2.5% |
| 2019 | $5,411 +5.6% | $477,000 +1.5% |
| 2018 | $5,124 -11.3% | $470,000 +9.6% |
| 2017 | $5,777 +29% | $429,000 +19.5% |
| 2016 | $4,477 | $359,000 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $4,477 | $338,000 +9.7% |
| 2014 | $4,477 | $308,000 +14.1% |
| 2013 | $4,477 | $270,000 +10.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $245,000 -8.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $269,000 -19% |
| 2010 | -- | $332,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $332,000 -11.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $377,000 +359.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $82,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 98038
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Rock Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.1 mi
- 9/10Summit Trail Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Tahoma Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rock Creek Elem
- Middle: Summit Trail Middle School
- High: Tahoma Snr 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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- Washington
- King County
- Maple Valley
- 98038
- 25381 SE 279th Place
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