An extraordinary opportunity on one of Mercer Island’s most iconic streets. Enjoy panoramic western views of Lake Washington, downtown Seattle, and the Olympic Mountains from this classic 1950s home, lovingly maintained by its original owner. Solidly built with a sun-filled west-facing orientation, it’s ideal for a custom remodel or rebuild to make the most of its stunning views, sunsets, and premier location. The view is protected by a height restriction on the lot below. Main-floor living with 3 bedrooms and generous public spaces. More space downstairs with a 4th Bedroom, huge bonus room and other flexible spaces. Beloved neighborhood with parks, greenbelt trails to town center, and easy I-90 access for an effortless commute.
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Listed by: Coldwell Banker Bain • Sarah Ford
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Bain
$2,431,913
3011 70th Avenue SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
4beds
3,074sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
7,749 Square Feet Lot
$2,361,800 Zestimate®
$791/sqft
$6,307 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,361,800
$2.17M - $2.57M
$6,307/mo
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Huge bonus roomGenerous public spacesSun-filled west-facing orientation
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Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: Nov 04
Listed by:
Sarah Ford,
Coldwell Banker Bain
Bought with:
Becky Nadesan, 73944
Coldwell Banker Bain
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2447722
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Basement closet under stairs
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,074
- Total interior livable area: 3,074 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 7,749 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Patio
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 5093301315
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Mercer Island
- Water: Public, Company: City of Mercer Island
- Utilities for property: Comcast/Xfinity, Comcast/Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: First Hill
Location
- Region: Mercer Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $791/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,908,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,001
- Offers reviewed: 11/04/2025
- Date on market: 12/14/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 220 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | Sold | $2,431,913+13.1%$791/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2447722 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2025 | Pending sale | $2,150,000$699/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2447722 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,150,000$699/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2447722 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,444 +3.7% | $1,908,000 +4.2% |
| 2024 | $12,001 +1.3% | $1,831,000 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $11,852 +0.3% | $1,720,000 -10.6% |
| 2022 | $11,811 +11.4% | $1,924,000 +33.8% |
| 2021 | $10,599 +4.2% | $1,438,000 +13.2% |
| 2020 | $10,176 +3.5% | $1,270,000 +2.2% |
| 2019 | $9,829 +83.8% | $1,243,000 +75.1% |
| 2018 | $5,347 -4.1% | $710,000 +10.7% |
| 2017 | $5,574 -39% | $641,400 -44.2% |
| 2016 | $9,138 | $1,150,000 +10.4% |
| 2015 | $9,138 | $1,042,000 -0.2% |
| 2014 | $9,138 | $1,044,000 +14.1% |
| 2013 | $9,138 | $915,000 +8.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $844,000 +1.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $834,000 -18% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,017,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,017,000 +25.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $812,000 +7.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $753,000 +9.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $686,000 +26.3% |
| 2001 | $5,193 +6.4% | $543,000 +17.5% |
| 2000 | $4,878 | $462,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98040
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10West Mercer Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Islander Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 10/10Mercer Island High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: West Mercer Elem
- Middle: Islander Mid
- High: Mercer 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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- Washington
- King County
- Mercer Island
- 98040
- 3011 70th Avenue SE
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