Bates Walk - Vashon Island’s delightful walk-in community – is nestled along Paradise Cove’s deep sandy beach. This tranquil retreat offers spectacular sunset views across Colvos Passage to the Olympics. Enjoy the boat launch, space for kayaks, sturdy bulkhead, and lush landscaping. A level terrace among the trees has space for a chicken coop or campsite. The home’s upper level has an open concept living, dining and kitchen area with ample newer deck. Each level has a bedroom and bath. Opportunity to complete renovations to your taste. Buyer to replace failed septic system. Approved septic design and installation bid available. Enjoy end of the path privacy. Refresh the senses, rest and relax, you are home.
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Listed by: Windermere Vashon • Mary Margaret Briggs
Bought with: eXp Realty
$680,000
26028 Bates Walk SW, Vashon, WA 98070
2beds
1,480sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.27 Acres Lot
$762,900 Zestimate®
$459/sqft
$3,133 Estimated rent
Home value
$762,900
$694,000 - $832,000
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Spectacular sunset viewsBoat launchDeep sandy beachAmple newer deckLush landscapingSturdy bulkheadSpace for kayaks
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Listed by:
Mary Margaret Briggs,
Windermere Vashon
Bought with:
Amy Greenberg, 11013
eXp Realty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2401251
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, Electric, Wood
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Softwood
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,480
- Total interior livable area: 1,480 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Double Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Hot Tub/Spa, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Sound
- Waterfront features: Low Bank
- Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 60
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Cable TV, Deck, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa
- Topography: Level,Sloped
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 2622029058
- Zoning: RA2.5
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: County
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Under Construction
- Year built: 1958
- Major remodel year: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Community, Company: Paradise Cove Water System
- Utilities for property: Comcast, Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Paradise Cove
Location
- Region: Vashon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $459/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $578,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,517
- Date on market: 8/29/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 327 days
- Listing terms: Rehab Loan,See Remarks
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Sold | $680,000$459/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Pending sale | $680,000$459/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2401251 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $680,000+51.1%$459/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2401251 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2006 | Sold | $450,000+200%$304/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2005 | Sold | $150,000$101/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,593 -12.3% | $578,000 -15.9% |
| 2024 | $7,519 +5.6% | $687,000 +8% |
| 2023 | $7,119 +1.9% | $636,000 -12.2% |
| 2022 | $6,985 +5.4% | $724,000 +29.1% |
| 2021 | $6,631 +8.3% | $561,000 +19.6% |
| 2020 | $6,123 -0.8% | $469,000 -7.3% |
| 2019 | $6,173 +3.5% | $506,000 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $5,964 +2.6% | $507,000 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $5,813 +41.6% | $450,000 +16.9% |
| 2016 | $4,106 | $385,000 -3% |
| 2015 | $4,106 | $397,000 +25.6% |
| 2014 | $4,106 | $316,000 +3.9% |
| 2013 | $4,106 | $304,000 -1.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $310,000 -10.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $347,000 -15% |
| 2010 | -- | $408,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $408,000 +38.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $295,000 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $274,000 +1.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $269,000 +40.1% |
| 2001 | $2,369 +2.8% | $192,000 +7.3% |
| 2000 | $2,305 | $179,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98070
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Chautauqua Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.9 mi
- 8/10Mcmurray Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 9/10Vashon Island High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chautauqua Elem
- Middle: Mcmurray Mid
- High: Vashon Isl 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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