Puget Sound Waterfront! Experience the pinnacle of PNW living in this historic Three Tree Point home with 58' of waterfront. Nestled in a unique, vibrant community known for its charm, friendly atmosphere, scenic roads perfect for daily strolls/bicycling, this property offers a rare coastal lifestyle. Enjoy an outstanding, spectacular 180-degree view overlooking the Puget Sound, Mt. Rainier, Islands, Olympic Mts. Boasting a coveted southern exposure, the home basks in sunshine, providing natural warmth & light throughout the year. Step outside to your private, no-bank beach, transitioning from smooth gravel to soft sand, perfect for beachcombing. The outdoor oasis includes its own private & secure boathouse & boat ramp, solid bulkhead, zero maintenance lawn, patio, deck for kayaks, paddleboards, dinghy, complete w/Puget Sound self-moorage capabilities. Inside, the main level features a living room w/stunning water views & gas fireplace. Kitchen is fully equipped w/gas range, dishwasher, disposal, frost-free refrigerator, microwave. Large bedroom & full bath complete this floor. Upstairs, discover 2 expansive primary suites w/ picturesque water views, sitting areas, 3/4 baths, oversized closets, private sundeck off the west bedroom. The lower street level provides a heated & secure basement w/laundry, abundant dry storage, supplemented by a detached 2-car garage. Perfectly situated, this retreat is just 5 mins from shopping, 12 mins from airport, 20 mins from DT Seattle!
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Listed by: Redfin • David Palmer
Price cut: $50K (8/27)
$1,300,000
3134 SW 172nd Street, Burien, WA 98166
3beds
1,720sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
6,202 Square Feet Lot
$1,260,500 Zestimate®
$756/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplacePrivate no-bank beachPuget sound waterfrontPuget sound self-moorage capabilitiesOversized closetsZero maintenance lawnSolid bulkhead
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David Palmer,
Redfin
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2541196
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Wall Furnace, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Natural Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Bath Off Primary
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,720
- Total interior livable area: 1,720 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Second Primary Bedroom, Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Islands, Mountain(s), Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Sound
- Waterfront features: Low Bank, Bulkhead, Sound
- Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 40 Feet
Lot
- Size: 6,202 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6204 lot area
- Features: Paved, Value In Land, Boat House, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Moorage, Outdoor Fireplace, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope,Steep Slope
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 8096000100
- Zoning: R1
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: NO, Wired for Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete, Slab
- Roof: Composition,Torch Down
Condition
- Year built: 1924
- Major remodel year: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Southwest Suburban
- Water: Public, Company: Highline Water District
- Utilities for property: Comcast, Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Burien
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $756/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,138,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,860
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$1,260,500
$1.20M - $1.32M
$3,817/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2026 | Price change | $1,300,000-3.7%$756/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2541196 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000$785/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2541196 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2021 | Listed for rent | $3,800+35.7%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2019 | Listing removed | $2,800$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2019 | Price change | $2,800+7.7%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,600$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,271 -4.2% | $1,138,000 -9.6% |
| 2024 | $13,860 +22.3% | $1,259,000 +27.9% |
| 2023 | $11,331 +14% | $984,000 +7.3% |
| 2022 | $9,943 -15.1% | $917,000 -4.2% |
| 2021 | $11,718 +8% | $957,000 +12.1% |
| 2020 | $10,848 +4.4% | $854,000 +3.6% |
| 2019 | $10,388 +12% | $824,000 +3.8% |
| 2018 | $9,271 -6.8% | $794,000 +11.4% |
| 2017 | $9,948 +36.8% | $713,000 +14.8% |
| 2016 | $7,269 | $621,000 +8.4% |
| 2015 | $7,269 | $573,000 +10% |
| 2014 | $7,269 | $521,000 +14.3% |
| 2013 | $7,269 | $456,000 -1.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $461,000 -3.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $479,000 -24.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $631,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $631,000 -1.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $638,000 +3.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $615,000 +18.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $518,000 +44.7% |
| 2001 | $4,439 -4.8% | $358,000 |
| 2000 | $4,660 | $358,000 |
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