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27836 53rd Place S, Auburn, WA, 98001

5beds
3baths
3,365sqft
$1,050,000
$312price/sqft
$6,707/moest. monthly cost
$268,280/yrincome needed

About This Home

A Rare Opportunity in Desirable Star Lake Estates! This beautifully maintained Norris Homes resale sits at the end of a private cul-de-sac on a shy half-acre lot, offering sweeping territorial views and stunning Mt. Rainier vistas. With 3,365 SF of thoughtfully designed living space across 5bedrooms ,1bonus room and 2.5 bathrooms, this home effortlessly blends luxury and functionality. A grand vaulted entry welcomes you into sun-drenched formal living and dining areas. The open-concept kitchen and family room feature hardwood floors, abundant cabinetry, and seamless access to the outdoor patio — perfect for entertaining. The primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a walk-in closet, spa-like jetted tub, and a private terrace overlooking serene surroundings. A second upstairs bedroom also enjoys its own terrace, offering a unique indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The oversized bonus room adapts easily to a media room, home office, guest suite, or gym. Recent upgrades include a brand-new roof, refreshed deck, new front yard sod (May 2026), and a replaced water heater (2025). Additional highlights include a standby generator, Tesla Wall Connector, built-in vacuum, French doors, double-pane windows, gas heating, and an attached 3-car garage. Ideally positioned between I-5 and Hwy 167, with easy access to light rail, shopping, dining, and parks — all while enjoying the privacy of an established neighborhood. This is luxury living at its finest. Must See!

Getting Around

4
WalkingCar-Dependent
17
TransitMinimal Transit
3
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
2/10
Evergreen Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.9 mi
3/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2005

Materials

  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Cement Planked,Stone,Cement Plank

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2005

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: 2 Story
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Second

Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Family Room

  • Level: Main

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Heat Pump,Electric,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Forced Air,Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,365
  • Total interior livable area: 3,365 sqft

Kitchen With Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Other

  • Level: Main

Utility Room

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 7967950010
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Territorial
  • Topography of land: Partial Slope
  • Residential vegetation: Garden Space

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.45 Acres
  • Features: Corner Lot,Cul-De-Sac,Open Lot,Paved,Value In Land

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Attached Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Covered spaces: 3

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

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Heat Wave

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 $5,309$63,708
Home Insurance *$222$2,664
Property Taxes $946$11,352
Electricity $230$2,762
Total$6,707$80,484
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$229,954/yr
40% on housing$201,210/yr
45% on housing$178,853/yr

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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

$312This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98001$284
King County$442

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98001$305
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
2026-07-07Price change$1,050,000
2026-05-22Listed for sale$1,100,000
2009-07-13Sold$500,000
2009-02-14Listed for sale$549,000
2007-05-15Sold$744,000
2006-05-11Sold$744,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMi-Kyoung Kwon
BrokerageBest Choice Realty

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