MAJOR UPDATES + PRE-INSPECTED + HOME WARRANTY = BUY WITH CONFIDENCE! This inviting 3-bedroom Covington rambler lives larger than you might expect! In addition to a dedicated living room and dining area, a spacious bonus room opens directly to the backyard patio—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, working from home or creating a second living space. Three skylights bring in abundant natural light throughout the home. Freshly updated in 2026 with interior and exterior paint, painted kitchen cabinetry and new carpet. Even better, substantial behind-the-scenes improvements have already been completed, including a full electrical rewire (2026), newer furnace (2019) and water heater. Additional updates include new gutters and soffits (2025), new refrigerator (to be delivered Aug 27), washer/dryer, and window blinds. Outside, enjoy a large corner lot with a spacious backyard with an expansive patio, plenty of space to garden or play, and a sizable storage shed. Conveniently located near Soos Creek Trail, schools, Lake Meridian, parks, shopping, dining and everyday amenities. Pre-inspected for added confidence, plus seller-provided 1-year home warranty. Move in and enjoy!
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Listed by: eXp Realty • Robert McGinnis
$535,000
25503 151st Place SE, Covington, WA 98042
3beds
1,180sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
7,021 Square Feet Lot
$528,900 Zestimate®
$453/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Backyard patioPainted kitchen cabinetrySizable storage shedWindow blindsNew refrigeratorLarge corner lotDining area
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robert McGinnis,
eXp Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2569993
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,180
- Total interior livable area: 1,180 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 7,021 Square Feet
- Features: Adjacent to Public Land, Corner Lot, Paved, Fenced-Partially, Propane
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 5469300460
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Restored
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Soos Creek Water & Sewer
- Water: Public, Company: Lake Meridian Water District
- Utilities for property: Multiple, Multiple
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lake Meridian
Location
- Region: Kent
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $453/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $557,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,494
- Date on market: 8/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s)
Estimated market value
$528,900
$502,000 - $555,000
$2,610/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $535,000+192.3%$453/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2569993 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2012 | Sold | $183,000-1.1%$155/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #338815 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2012 | Pending sale | $185,000$157/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/PSR, Inc. #338815 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2012 | Listed for sale | $185,000-9.8%$157/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/PSR, Inc. #338815 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2011 | Listing removed | $205,000$174/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Danforth & Associates Inc. #197348 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2011 | Listed for sale | $205,000-21.1%$174/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Danforth & Associates Inc. #197348 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2010 | Listing removed | $259,950$220/sqft |
Source: RSVP Real Estate, Inc. #77956 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2010 | Price change | $259,950-3.7%$220/sqft |
Source: RSVP Real Estate, Inc. #77956 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2010 | Listed for sale | $269,950+170.1%$229/sqft |
Source: Cevado Technologies #77956 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/1995 | Sold | $99,950$85/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,022 +9.6% | $557,000 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $5,494 +5.9% | $536,000 +11.4% |
| 2023 | $5,188 -7% | $481,000 -9.4% |
| 2022 | $5,580 +10.1% | $531,000 +25.8% |
| 2021 | $5,068 +13.4% | $422,000 +20.2% |
| 2020 | $4,469 +5.7% | $351,000 +5.7% |
| 2019 | $4,229 +12.7% | $332,000 +6.1% |
| 2018 | $3,753 +0.6% | $313,000 +11.4% |
| 2017 | $3,730 +32.5% | $281,000 +9.8% |
| 2016 | $2,815 | $256,000 +9.4% |
| 2015 | $2,815 | $234,000 +17.6% |
| 2014 | $2,815 | $199,000 +19.9% |
| 2013 | $2,815 | $166,000 +7.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $155,000 -6.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $166,000 -14% |
| 2010 | -- | $193,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $193,000 +0.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $192,000 +6.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $180,000 +11.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $161,000 +41.2% |
| 2001 | $1,697 +2.4% | $114,000 +6.5% |
| 2000 | $1,656 | $107,000 |
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Neighborhood: 98042
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Meridian Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Mattson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Kentwood High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Meridian Elem
- Middle: Mattson Middle
- High: Kentwood 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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