Welcome home to The Kensington—the largest floor plan in the neighborhood, offering 3,070 sq ft of comfortable, flexible living space. With 4 bedrooms, a main-level office/guest room, and a huge upstairs loft, there’s room for everyone to live, work, relax, and grow. Fresh paint and new carpet make this home feel bright and move-in ready. The welcoming east-facing front porch leads into a spacious family room with a cozy gas fireplace. The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, white shaker cabinets, a farmhouse sink, corner pantry, and a custom coffee/breakfast bar—the perfect place to gather. Upstairs, the generous primary suite offers a relaxing space overlooking the gardens and a separate remodeled bathroom and walk in closet with separate toilet room and bonus sitting/office/nursery space. Three additional bedrooms, laundry, and a large loft/media room complete the upper level. Enjoy thoughtful updates including a newer roof, Milgard windows, Nest and Ring smart-home features, MYQ garage access, and a Tesla charger. Step outside to your beautifully landscaped backyard, where west-facing sunsets, a patio, hot tub, and raised garden beds create an inviting space for summer evenings and entertaining. Located near parks, shopping, commuter routes, and award-winning Kentwood High School. Pre-inspected and ready for you to make it home!
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Listed by: Windermere Real Estate/East • Janae Hansen
$875,000
25409 161st Avenue SE, Covington, WA 98042
4beds
3,070sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$857,000 Zestimate®
$285/sqft
$42/mo HOA
What's special
West-facing sunsetsCozy gas fireplaceBeautifully landscaped backyardRemodeled kitchenFarmhouse sinkRemodeled bathroomGenerous primary suite
- 62 days
- 231
- 6
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Janae Hansen,
Windermere Real Estate/East
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2528056
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- 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
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Main
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: Second
Utility room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,070
- Total interior livable area: 3,070 sqft
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, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Electric Car Charging, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 1843130770
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Wired for Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 2003
- Major remodel year: 2003
Details
- Builder name: Premier Construction
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public, Company: Covington
- Utilities for property: Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: CCRs, Park, Playground
- Subdivision: Covington
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $500 annually
Location
- Region: Covington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $285/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $704,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,012
- Date on market: 6/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 64 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Estimated market value
$857,000
$814,000 - $900,000
$3,907/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $875,000+196.9%$285/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2528056 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2003 | Sold | $294,725$96/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #23114309 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,740 +10.4% | $704,000 +4% |
| 2024 | $7,012 +5.9% | $677,000 +11.3% |
| 2023 | $6,620 -6.7% | $608,000 -9.4% |
| 2022 | $7,097 +8.4% | $671,000 +23.8% |
| 2021 | $6,546 +8.7% | $542,000 +14.8% |
| 2020 | $6,022 +5.7% | $472,000 +5.8% |
| 2019 | $5,697 +11.5% | $446,000 +5.9% |
| 2018 | $5,107 +0.6% | $421,000 +11.4% |
| 2017 | $5,077 +12% | $378,000 +9.6% |
| 2016 | $4,532 | $345,000 +9.5% |
| 2015 | $4,532 | $315,000 +2.6% |
| 2014 | $4,532 | $307,000 +19.9% |
| 2013 | $4,532 | $256,000 +7.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $238,000 -6.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $254,000 -14.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $296,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $296,000 -6.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $318,000 +1.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $313,000 -0.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $315,000 |
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