Jay Turney

8539 Se 79th Place

Mercer Island, WA
$ 2,385,000 Beds 4 Baths 3 Sq 2,909
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Secluded serenity yet only minutes to all south end amenities. Just completed remodel make this home move in ready with new hardwood flooring and fresh carpet, brand new kitchen with white cabinets, designer granite counters, all new stainless appliances, new bathroom counters and fixtures. Walk to Lakeridge Elementary and Islander Middle schools, parks, Starbucks and QFC. This hidden gem has 4 bedrooms, main floor primary, large rooms, vaulted ceilings, a garden view out of every window, stunning plantings and located on a safe Cul de sac. The mature gardens bloom year-round, and the privacy is unmatched with outdoor entertainment areas, a quiet morning coffee patio, level lawns for play and pets, invisible dog fence included. Welcome Home!!

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  • Price
  • $ 2,385,000
  • City
  • Mercer Island
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • KING
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Mercer Island
  • Lot Size
  • 0.292 Acres
  • Zip
  • 98040
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,909
  • Year Built
  • 1978
  • Taxes
  • $ 13577
  • Style
  • Contemporary
  • MLS#
  • 2583925
Listed By: Coldwell Banker Bain and NWMLS
Data Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Features

General

Living Area 2909
Sewer Sewer Connected
Heating Forced Air
Cooling None
Possession Closing
Roof Shake
Appliances Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer
Architectural Style Contemporary
Security Features Partially Fenced
Year Built 1978
Topography Level,Partial Slope
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2026
Building Name Islewood
County King
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Attached Garage No
Subdivision Name South End
Facing Direction Northwest
Garage Y/N Yes
Full Baths 2
Special Listing Conditions None
Status Active
Directions GPS Friendly or head south on Island Crest Way,turn right on SE 78th St,left on 85th Pl SE and a left on SE 79th Pl to the house at the end of the street. Sign has been installed.
High School Mercer Isl High
City Mercer Island
Entry Location Main
Senior Community Y/N No
High School District Mercer Island
MLS Area 510 - Mercer Island
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 12720
Carport Y/N No
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
Elementary School Lakeridge Elem
Land Lease Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 13577
Middle/Junior High School Islander Mid
Property Condition Updated/Remodeled
Public Remarks Secluded serenity yet only minutes to all south end amenities. Just completed remodel make this home move in ready with new hardwood flooring and fresh carpet,brand new kitchen with white cabinets,de
Structure Type House
Building Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Water Company City of Mercer Island
Property Style 12 - 2 Story
NWM_ShowMapLink Yes

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Bath Off Primary,Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Dining Room,Fireplace,French Doors,High Tech Cabling,Loft,Pantry,Sprinkler System,Triple Pane Windows,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Water Heater,Wet Bar
Basement None
Flooring Hardwood,Laminate
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Gas
Air Conditioning Y/N No
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
3/4 Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 4
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Total Baths 3
Water Heater Type gas
Water Heater Location main
Fireplaces Main 2
Power Production Type Natural Gas
Baths Three Quarter Main 1
Bedrooms Upper 2
Baths Full Upper 1
Baths Full Main 1
Bathrooms 2.75

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Wood
Vegetation Brush,Fruit Trees,Garden Space,Wooded
Parking Features Detached Garage
Lot Features Cul-De-Sac,Dead End Street,Paved,Secluded
Water Source Public
Total Parking 6
Inclusions Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Leased Equipment,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
Foundation Details Poured Concrete
Building Area Total 2909
Lot Size Acres 0.292
Waterfront Y/N No
Covered Spaces 2
Irrigation Water Rights Y/N Yes
Site Features Cable TV,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Irrigation,Patio,Sprinkler System
Parking Uncovered Total 4

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Issaquah, WA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Lakeridge Elem
Middle School Islander Mid
High School Mercer Isl High

Price History

9/19/2026 Listed $2,385,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 98040

Price
AVG $4.9M
$2.39M
Taxes
AVG $23,109
$13,577
Year Built
AVG 1987
1978
Visits
AVG 226
11
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8539 Se 79th Place Mercer Island, WA is a Single Family Home for sale at $2385000 with 2909 sqft and a lot size of 0.292 Acres Acre(s). 8539 Se 79th Place Mercer Island has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1978. The property's zip code is 98040 which is in Mercer Island, WA

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