Classic Northwest Charm on a Beautifully Landscaped Shy Quarter Acre! Welcome to this inviting home featuring vaulted ceilings and a bright living room with skylight that flows seamlessly to the dining area and spacious kitchen with stainless appliances, generous prep space and ample cabinetry. Step out to the large new Trex deck overlooking a fully fenced backyard lovingly landscaped for over 30 years—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs offers comfortable bedrooms, a full bath with skylight and a primary suite with private shower bath and walk-in closet. The lower level features a large family room with cozy gas woodstove, slider to the yard, guest bath and den/office or possible 4th bedroom. Numerous updates include newer flooring, interior & exterior paint, lighting, appliances and more. Economical gas heat/hot water and great storage options. Quiet neighborhood near parks, schools, new town center, shopping and commuter routes.
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Listed by: Keller Williams Realty Bothell • Mark Hewitt
Price cut: $14.5K (8/12)
$615,000
27714 168th Avenue SE, Covington, WA 98042
3beds
1,650sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
9,661 Square Feet Lot
$614,900 Zestimate®
$373/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Slider to the yardNewer flooringWalk-in closetGuest bathInterior and exterior paintLarge new trex deckFully fenced backyard
- 175 days |
- 492 |
- 38 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mark Hewitt,
Keller Williams Realty Bothell
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2488197
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dishwasher(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Lower Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,650 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 9,661 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1796200340
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tri-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Company: Septic
- Water: Public, Company: Covington Water District
- Utilities for property: Xfinity/Century Link, Xfinity/Century Link
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Covington
Location
- Region: Covington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $373/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $540,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,397
- Date on market: 4/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 128 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$614,900
$584,000 - $646,000
$2,897/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Price change | $615,000-2.3%$373/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $629,500-1.6%$382/sqft |
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| 5/30/2026 | Price change | $640,000+0.8%$388/sqft |
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| 4/14/2026 | Pending sale | $635,000$385/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $635,000$385/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Pending sale | $635,000$385/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $635,000+410.2%$385/sqft |
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| 8/31/1992 | Sold | $124,450$75/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,943 +10.1% | $540,000 +3.8% |
| 2024 | $5,397 +5.8% | $520,000 +11.3% |
| 2023 | $5,099 -6.9% | $467,000 -9.5% |
| 2022 | $5,477 +8.4% | $516,000 +23.7% |
| 2021 | $5,051 +21.2% | $417,000 +29.9% |
| 2020 | $4,167 +6% | $321,000 +5.9% |
| 2019 | $3,933 +6.5% | $303,000 |
| 2018 | $3,691 +0.7% | $303,000 +11.4% |
| 2017 | $3,666 +14% | $272,000 +14.3% |
| 2016 | $3,217 | $238,000 +9.2% |
| 2015 | $3,217 | $218,000 +0.9% |
| 2014 | $3,217 | $216,000 +20% |
| 2013 | $3,217 | $180,000 +7.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $168,000 -11.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $189,000 -14.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $220,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $220,000 -2.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $225,000 +5.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $214,000 +23% |
| 2005 | -- | $174,000 +21.7% |
| 2001 | $2,106 +1.9% | $143,000 +5.9% |
| 2000 | $2,066 | $135,000 |
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Neighborhood: 98042
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Jenkins Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 4/10Cedar Heights Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 5/10Kentlake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Jenkins Creek Elem
- Middle: Cedar Heights Jnr Hi
- High: Kentlake 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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