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13227 SE 256th Street #L2, Kent, WA, 98042

2beds
2baths
991sqft
$289,999
$293price/sqft
$1,860/moest. monthly cost
$74,400/yrincome needed

About This Home

This townhouse-style condo offers the privacy and comfort with no neighbors above or below. Located at the end of a quiet street, the unit enjoys excellent privacy, with a tennis court in front instead of another building. The home is clean, well maintained, and situated in a friendly community with respectful neighbors. The unit includes three storage rooms, two dedicated parking spaces, and abundant guest parking throughout the community. Conveniently located within about one mile are major shopping centers and daily essentials, including Safeway, QFC, Fred Meyer, Walgreens, Trader Joe's, and Jiffy Lube. About four miles east are Costco, Walmart, the post office, hospitals, and several urgent care centers. A direct route connects easily to the train station and main bus transit center, with a bus stop conveniently located near the community, making shopping and commuting easy even without a car. Residents enjoy a beautifully landscaped central garden with mature trees, and Meridian Lake is only four minutes away, offering a peaceful environment and fresh air. All furnishing to stay with property if buyer prefers a move-in ready unit.

Getting Around

17
WalkingCar-Dependent
36
TransitSome Transit
9
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
5/10
Mattson Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.1 mi
4/10
Kentwood High SchoolGrades 9-122.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1980

Materials

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Wood Products

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 1980

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Architectural style: Townhouse,Condo (2 Levels)
  • Property subType: Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Double Oven,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Cooking - Electric Hookup,Cooking-Electric,Dryer-Electric,Washer
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Second

Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Entry Hall

  • Level: Split

Features

  • Window features: Insulated Windows,Skylight(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Electric
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 991
  • Total interior livable area: 991 sqft

Kitchen Without Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Other

  • Level: Second

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 7941750420
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry location: Split
  • Patio & porch: Cooking-Electric,Dryer-Electric,Ground Floor,Insulated Windows,Primary Bathroom,Skylight(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Washer

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,084 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Carport
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Carport: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding

FEMA Declared Disasters in King County and Washington

Fire
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,466$17,592
Home Insurance *$62$744
Property Taxes $183$2,196
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$1,860$22,320
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$63,771/yr
40% on housing$55,800/yr
45% on housing$49,600/yr

Washington FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 306Commercial: 55
Total Premiums$858,000
Total Exposure$176.33M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.9%
8.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.0%
3.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.7%
1.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$293This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98042$304
King County$442

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98042$322
King County$485

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-18Price change$284,999
2026-07-10Price change$289,999
2026-06-09Listed for sale$295,000
2026-06-04Pending sale$295,000
2026-05-28Listed for sale$295,000
2020-10-06Sold$224,000
2020-09-02Listed for sale$230,000
2020-08-03Pending sale$230,000
2020-07-16Listed for sale$230,000
2015-08-21Sold$90,000
2006-01-06Sold$160,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAndy Yip
BrokerageRealogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty

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