Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,450 sqft$503/sqft
12621 156th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98059
Single FamilyProperty Type
10,723 sq ftLot Size
1960Year Built
$503/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Welcome to this beautifully updated, light-filled rambler in the award-winning Issaquah School District, featuring $75K+ in extensive upgrades completed in 2026! This inviting east-facing 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers a flexible floor plan with bright, comfortable living spaces designed for everyday living. The spacious kitchen with island seating flows seamlessly into the dining area and main living room, anchored by a cozy wood-burning fireplace with elegant tile surround. Enjoy outdoor living...Welcome to this beautifully updated, light-filled rambler in the award-winning Issaquah School District, featuring $75K+ in extensive upgrades completed in 2026! This inviting east-facing 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers a flexible floor plan with bright, comfortable living spaces designed for everyday living. The spacious kitchen with island seating flows seamlessly into the dining area and main living room, anchored by a cozy wood-burning fireplace with elegant tile surround. Enjoy outdoor living in the expansive, fully fenced backyard with an oversized deck, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the sunset. A wrap-around driveway provides ample parking, including space for an RV. Recent upgrades include a new furnace, updated double-pane vinyl windows with treatments, refinished hardwood floors, and fresh interior and exterior paint. Additional features include a storage shed and potential DADU opportunity (buyer to verify). Ideally located in sought-after Renton Highlands, just minutes from I-90, parks, top-rated schools, shopping, and dining, this turnkey home offers thoughtful updates, flexible living, and everyday comfort!
  • Listed by: Kristine Anne Milkovich 206.999.2568 milkovichteam@ensemblepnw.com • Ensemble
Listing closed: 05/05/2026 12:00 AM • Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 2492991

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Sold By Fathom Realty WA LLC

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Property Information for 12621 156th Avenue Southeast

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,247 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: King County
  • Community Name: Highlands
  • School District: Issaquah
  • Number of Assigned Spaces: 0
  • Total Covered Parking: 0
  • Entry Date: 04-01-2026
  • Energy Source: Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Lot Size: 0.25 AC / 10,723 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Patio, RV Parking
  • Area: 350 - Renton/Highlands
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Turn right onto Sunset Blvd N (WA-900) toward Sunset Blvd. Turn right onto NE 3rd St. Continue on NE 4th St. Turn left onto 156th Ave SE.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Parking Type: Driveway Parking, RV Parking
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, RV Parking
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 1
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
  • Basement: None
  • Features: Fireplace
  • Room and Floor: Primary Bedroom-Main, Bathroom Full-Main, Bedroom-Main, Bathroom Half-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Utility Room-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom, Bathroom Full, Bedroom, Bathroom Half, Entry Hall, Kitchen With Eating Space, Utility Room
  • Number Of Showers: 1
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Brick, Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Fully Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Water Company: King County Water District #90
  • Power Production Type: Natural Gas
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Realist-Buyer to verify
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1960
  • Photos Count: 40
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Paved
  • Lot Size Source: Realist-Buyer to verify
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 9353300210
  • Building Condition: Very Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 1450
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 1450
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Building Area Total: 1450.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 12621 156th Avenue Southeast

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 5, 2026

Sold

NWMLS #2492991

$730,000
Apr 24, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1937726422

$730,000

+6.2% / yr

Apr 6, 2026

Pending

NWMLS #2492991

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/05/2026

Sold

NWMLS #2492991

$730,000
04/24/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1937726422

$730,000

+6.2% / yr

04/06/2026

Pending

NWMLS #2492991

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Public Records for 12621 156th Avenue Southeast

Taxable ValueLand$301,000Additions$322,000Total$623,000
Tax Record2026$6,545 ($545 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,450 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,450 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,723 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1960ZoningR-4CountyKINGAPN935330-0210

Schools near 12621 156th Avenue Southeast

This home is within Issaquah School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Apollo Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Maywood Middle School
Public6 to 8

Liberty Sr High School
Public9 to 12

Gibson Ek High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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