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    • Listed by: Coldwell Banker Bain • Katie Penny Shea
    Bought with: Windermere Real Estate Central
    $2,400,000

    8801 SE 78th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040

    5beds
    2,800sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1966
    9,896 Square Feet Lot
    $2,321,100 Zestimate®
    $857/sqft
    $6,003 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,321,100

    $2.14M - $2.53M

    $6,003/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Double-sided fireplaceVaulted cedar ceilingsExpansive patioCorner lot
    Blending classic Northwest design w/generous living spaces, this home invites both connection & comfort. Set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot, the upper-level features 5BR's/2.5BA's providing ample room for all. The main floor is thoughtfully designed for everyday living & entertaining w/welcoming living & dining rms sharing a double-sided fireplace, comfortable family rm off kitchen, powder rm & home office w/sep outdoor entrance. Vaulted cedar ceilings add warmth & character, while sliding doors open to a fully fenced backyard w/expansive patio—perfect for BBQs. A/C, new roof & generator hook-up. Blocks from Lakeridge Elem & IMS, trails & south-end shopping, this is a home where gatherings flow easily & every season feels like home.

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    Listed by:

    Katie Penny Shea,

    Coldwell Banker Bain

    Bought with:

    Lisa Kempf, 91466

    Windermere Real Estate Central

    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2417834MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Heat Pump
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Lower Level
    Features
    • Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Stone, Vinyl, Carpet
    • Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
    • Basement: None
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Main Level: 2, Fireplace
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,800
    • Total interior livable area: 2,800 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Entry location: Main
    • Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Security System, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
    Lot
    • Size: 9,896 Square Feet
    • Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Cable TV, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Patio, Sprinkler System
    • Topography: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 3627800180
    • Special conditions: Standard
    • Other equipment: Leased Equipment: None, Wired for Generator

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: 2 Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Year built: 1966
    Details
    • Builder name: Leo Fischer

    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, Comcast

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Security System
    • Subdivision: South End
    Location
    • Region: Mercer Island

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $857/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $2,242,000
    • Annual tax amount: $12,623
    • Date on market: 10/16/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 279 days
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/19/2025Sold$2,400,000-3.8%$857/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2417834 Report a problem
    8/23/2025Pending sale$2,495,000$891/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2417834 Report a problem
    8/19/2025Listed for sale$2,495,000$891/sqft
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2417834 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$14,619 +15.8%$2,242,000 +16.4%
    2024$12,623 +1.3%$1,926,000 +6.5%
    2023$12,465 +0.4%$1,809,000 -10.6%
    2022$12,418 +11.4%$2,023,000 +33.8%
    2021$11,144 +4.2%$1,512,000 +13.3%
    2020$10,695 -6.2%$1,335,000 -7.4%
    2019$11,399 +7.4%$1,442,000 +2.1%
    2018$10,618 -4%$1,412,000 +10.8%
    2017$11,059 +32%$1,274,000 +11.1%
    2016$8,378 $1,147,000 +10.4%
    2015$8,378 $1,039,000 +8.6%
    2014$8,378 $957,000 +14.1%
    2013$8,378 $839,000 +8.4%
    2012-- $774,000 +1.3%
    2011-- $764,000 -7.4%
    2010-- $825,000
    2009-- $825,000 +11.2%
    2007-- $742,000 +7.8%
    2006-- $688,000 +9.7%
    2005-- $627,000 +9.6%
    2001$5,470 -0.2%$572,000 +10.2%
    2000$5,480 $519,000
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 98040

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Lakeridge 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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