A Rare Opportunity in Desirable Star Lake Estates! This beautifully maintained Norris Homes resale sits at the end of a private cul-de-sac on a shy half-acre lot, offering sweeping territorial views and stunning Mt. Rainier vistas. With 3,365 SF of thoughtfully designed living space across 5bedrooms ,1bonus room and 2.5 bathrooms, this home effortlessly blends luxury and functionality. A grand vaulted entry welcomes you into sun-drenched formal living and dining areas. The open-concept kitchen and family room feature hardwood floors, abundant cabinetry, and seamless access to the outdoor patio — perfect for entertaining. The primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a walk-in closet, spa-like jetted tub, and a private terrace overlooking serene surroundings. A second upstairs bedroom also enjoys its own terrace, offering a unique indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The oversized bonus room adapts easily to a media room, home office, guest suite, or gym. Recent upgrades include a brand-new roof, refreshed deck, new front yard sod (May 2026), and a replaced water heater (2025). Additional highlights include a standby generator, Tesla Wall Connector, built-in vacuum, French doors, double-pane windows, gas heating, and an attached 3-car garage. Ideally positioned between I-5 and Hwy 167, with easy access to light rail, shopping, dining, and parks — all while enjoying the privacy of an established neighborhood. This is luxury living at its finest. Must See!
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Listed by: Best Choice Realty LLC • Mi-Kyoung Kwon
Price cut: $50K (7/7)
$1,050,000
27836 53rd Place S, Auburn, WA 98001
5beds
3,365sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
0.45 Acres Lot
$1,035,200 Zestimate®
$312/sqft
$42/mo HOA
What's special
Shy half-acre lotSweeping territorial viewsOversized bonus roomHardwood floorsRefreshed deckWalk-in closetBuilt-in vacuum
- 61 days |
- 454 |
- 29 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Mi-Kyoung Kwon,
Best Choice Realty LLC
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2526073
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
Bonus room
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Features
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,365
- Total interior livable area: 3,365 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Open Lot, Paved, Value In Land
- Topography: Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 7967950010
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Stone, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 2005
- Major remodel year: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Lakeheaven
- Water: Public, Company: Lakeheaven
- Utilities for property: Starlink, Starlink
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: CCRs
- Subdivision: Star Lake
HOA
- HOA fee: $500 annually
- HOA phone: 253-335-5301
Location
- Region: Auburn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $312/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,182,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,150
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 62 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
$1,035,200
$983,000 - $1.09M
$4,548/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Price change | $1,050,000-4.5%$312/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2526073 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+120%$327/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2526073 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2009 | Sold | $500,000-8.9%$149/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #29021277 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2009 | Listed for sale | $549,000-26.2%$163/sqft |
Source: Vflyer #29021277 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2007 | Sold | $744,000$221/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #26005458 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2006 | Sold | $744,000$221/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,422 +10.5% | $1,182,000 +4.3% |
| 2024 | $12,150 +6.1% | $1,133,000 +15.6% |
| 2023 | $11,447 +3.3% | $980,000 -6.9% |
| 2022 | $11,077 +6.8% | $1,053,000 +24.3% |
| 2021 | $10,374 +8.4% | $847,000 +16.8% |
| 2020 | $9,572 +4.2% | $725,000 +4.3% |
| 2019 | $9,182 +7.8% | $695,000 +3.9% |
| 2018 | $8,520 -13% | $669,000 +6.7% |
| 2017 | $9,797 -0.2% | $627,000 +8.7% |
| 2016 | $9,817 | $577,000 -11.4% |
| 2015 | $9,817 | $651,000 +5.7% |
| 2014 | $9,817 | $616,000 +27.5% |
| 2013 | $9,817 | $483,000 +8.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $445,000 -2.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $455,000 -24.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $602,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $602,000 +20.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $498,000 +145.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $203,000 |
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Neighborhood: Lakeland North
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Valhalla Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Evergreen Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Thomas Jefferson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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