Experience the best of Mercer Island living in this thoughtfully updated, move-in-ready NW Contemporary home. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2.75 baths, this light-filled home combines modern comfort with exceptional convenience. The spacious kitchen, anchored by a large island, serves as the heart of the home and flows seamlessly into inviting living spaces warmed by the beautiful brick fireplace. Enjoy year-round entertaining on the covered deck overlooking the fully fenced yard, offering privacy and room to play. Perfectly located with easy access to light rail, neighborhood parks, shops, dining, and acclaimed Mercer Island schools, you'll love the lifestyle this home affords. A versatile detached shed provides endless possibilities as a home office, art studio, fitness room, workshop, or additional flex space. Meticulously maintained and truly turnkey, this home offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the very best of Mercer Island living.
Pending
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Bain • Ken Urman
$1,799,000
3401 79th Avenue SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
4beds
2,010sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
7,692 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$895/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful brick fireplaceSpacious kitchenCovered deckRoom to playLarge islandVersatile detached shedInviting living spaces
- 35 days |
- 915 |
- 12 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ken Urman,
Coldwell Banker Bain,
Courtney Emanuels,
Coldwell Banker Bain
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2537409
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Den office
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Split
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- 90%+ High Efficiency, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas - Tank, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,010
- Total interior livable area: 2,010 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Entry location: Split
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Skylight(s), Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 7,692 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 5459000005
- Zoning: R8.4
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: n/a
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Split Entry
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement/Concrete, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Mercer Island
- Water: Public, Company: City of Mercer Island
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Playground
- Subdivision: North End
Location
- Region: Mercer Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $895/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,669,000
- Annual tax amount: $10,319
- Date on market: 6/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 37 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Pending sale | $1,799,000$895/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2537409 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,799,000+21.4%$895/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2537409 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2021 | Sold | $1,482,400+7.8%$738/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1738660 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2021 | Pending sale | $1,375,000$684/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1738660 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,375,000+142.9%$684/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1738660 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2011 | Sold | $566,000-1.6%$282/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #240973 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2011 | Pending sale | $575,000$286/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Bain Associates #240973 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2011 | Listed for sale | $575,000+38.9%$286/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Bain Associates #240973 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2004 | Sold | $414,000+96.7%$206/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/1994 | Sold | $210,500$105/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,888 +10% | $1,669,000 +10.5% |
| 2024 | $9,900 -0.7% | $1,510,000 +4.4% |
| 2023 | $9,967 +0.3% | $1,446,000 -10.6% |
| 2022 | $9,935 +14.3% | $1,618,000 +37.2% |
| 2021 | $8,693 +14% | $1,179,000 +24% |
| 2020 | $7,624 +1.8% | $951,000 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $7,492 +7.4% | $947,000 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $6,976 -4% | $927,000 +10.8% |
| 2017 | $7,270 +31.9% | $837,000 +11% |
| 2016 | $5,511 | $754,000 +10.4% |
| 2015 | $5,511 | $683,000 +8.6% |
| 2014 | $5,511 | $629,000 +21% |
| 2013 | $5,511 | $520,000 +8.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $480,000 +1.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $474,000 -7.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $512,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $512,000 +4.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $490,000 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $455,000 +9.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $415,000 +10.1% |
| 2001 | $3,607 -0.2% | $377,000 +10.2% |
| 2000 | $3,613 | $342,000 |
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Neighborhood: 98040
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10West Mercer Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Islander Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 10/10Mercer Island High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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