First time on the market, this custom built, 1968 mid-century modern design will intrigue the enthusiasts. Enjoy panoramic views from Mt. Rainier to Puget Sound. This home offers classic details of an architectural era gone by such as vaulted, beamed/wood ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, and screened, exposed aggregate front patio. The walk-out basement is complete with wet bar, rec room, fireplace, two bedrooms, full bath and large storage space. Cool off this summer in your private, in-ground swimming pool while entertaining on the expansive patio and large deck above overlooking the yard and views. A truly magnificent property.
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Listed by: Windermere RE West Campus Inc
Bought with: Every Door Real Estate
$1,133,000
517 S 212th St, Des Moines, WA 98198
4beds
2,920sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
10,750.61 Square Feet Lot
$1,097,500 Zestimate®
$388/sqft
$4,614 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,097,500
$1.01M - $1.20M
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Private in-ground swimming poolPanoramic viewsWalk-out basementLarge deckFloor to ceiling windowsRec roomWet bar
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Listed by:
Matt Klewin,
Windermere RE West Campus Inc
Bought with:
Monika MacGuffie, 129532
Every Door Real Estate
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2370714
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Central Vacuum, Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,920
- Total interior livable area: 2,920 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Off Street, RV Parking
- Has carport: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Built-In Vacuum, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Hot Tub/Spa, Security System, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater, Wet Bar
- Pool features: In-Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Sound
Lot
- Size: 10,750 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Dead End Street, Paved, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Hot Tub/Spa, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 7893803425
- Zoning: RS7200
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Northwest Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Built-Up,Torch Down
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Midway
- Water: See Remarks, Company: Highline
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Seattle
- Subdivision: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Cumulative days on market: 260 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2025 | Sold | $1,133,000-1%$388/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2370714 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Pending sale | $1,145,000$392/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2370714 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2025 | Price change | $1,145,000-4.2%$392/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2370714 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000$409/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2370714 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,440 +5.6% | $1,020,000 -0.3% |
| 2024 | $11,784 +5.1% | $1,023,000 +11.4% |
| 2023 | $11,214 -0.2% | $918,000 -7.8% |
| 2022 | $11,232 +4.5% | $996,000 +19% |
| 2021 | $10,749 +8.1% | $837,000 +14.3% |
| 2020 | $9,941 +4.9% | $732,000 +4% |
| 2019 | $9,480 +9.7% | $704,000 +2.3% |
| 2018 | $8,646 -5.4% | $688,000 +10.8% |
| 2017 | $9,144 +44.2% | $621,000 +21.5% |
| 2016 | $6,342 | $511,000 +9.7% |
| 2015 | $6,342 | $466,000 +7.4% |
| 2014 | $6,342 | $434,000 +31.9% |
| 2013 | $6,342 | $329,000 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $321,000 -7.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $347,000 -11.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $392,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $392,000 -5.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $414,000 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $385,000 +6.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $362,000 +19.1% |
| 2001 | $3,946 +7.1% | $304,000 +13.9% |
| 2000 | $3,685 | $267,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10North Hill-Primary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Sylvester Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 5/10Mount Rainier High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: North Hill-Primary
- Middle: Pacific Mid
- High: Mount Rainier 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
- Des Moines
- 98198
- North Hill
- 517 S 212th St
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