Last Sold Price
4 beds2,340 sqft$319/sqft
16631 Sylvester Rd SW, Burien, WA 98166

Description

Discover this beautifully updated MCM gem in the highly sought after Lower Gregory Heights neighborhood with finished basement & income potential! This spacious home features 3 main-floor bedrooms, open living/dining areas with hardwood floors, a cozy wood fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light. The kitchen boasts extensive granite counter space, cherry-wood cabinets, smooth top range and a picturesque view of the landscaped surroundings. Don’t miss the remodeled...Discover this beautifully updated MCM gem in the highly sought after Lower Gregory Heights neighborhood with finished basement & income potential! This spacious home features 3 main-floor bedrooms, open living/dining areas with hardwood floors, a cozy wood fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light. The kitchen boasts extensive granite counter space, cherry-wood cabinets, smooth top range and a picturesque view of the landscaped surroundings. Don’t miss the remodeled full bath w/heated tile floors, marble top vanity & tile surround shower. The lower level provides a 4th bedroom, full kitchen, & 3/4 bath, all options for an MIL or rental unit. Enjoy living just minutes from the Sound, shops, & Old Burien.
LISTING CLOSED: 11/25/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Cheryl Farnham • Keller Williams Realty PS
    P: (253)-835-4500 cheryl@EvolveRealEstatePNW.com

Property Details for 16631 Sylvester Road Southwest

Status
MLS #
2370117
Days on Market
150
Cumulative Days on Market
175
Taxes
$7,107 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1954
Lot Size
0.21 AC / 9,240 SF
Community Name
Gregory Heights
School District
Highline
Number of Assigned Spaces
1
Total Covered Parking
1
Entry Date
05-03-2025
Energy Source
Natural Gas
Sewer
Sewer Connected

Location

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Building Information for 16631 Sylvester Road Southwest

Stories-Year Built1954Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,240 SF

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Property Information for 16631 Sylvester Road Southwest

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet
  • Area: 130 - Burien/Normandy Park
  • Elementary School: Gregory Heights Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sylvester Mid
  • High School: Highline High
  • Community Features: Park, Playground, Trail(s)
  • Directions: From I-5, head west on SR-518, south on SR-509, immediate exit on S 160th ST and take a right, left on Sylvester RD SW, home will be down on your right.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: Southeast
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway Parking, Garage-Attached, Off Street
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
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Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 1
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Slate, Carpet
  • Basement: Finished
  • Features: Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: Basement
  • Room and Floor: Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Family Room-Lower, Kitchen With Eating Space-Lower, Kitchen Without Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Utility Room-Lower, Bathroom Full-Main, Bathroom Three Quarter-Lower, Bedroom-Lower, Bedroom-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Room List: Dining Room, Entry Hall, Family Room, Kitchen With Eating Space, Kitchen Without Eating Space, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Three Quarter, Bedroom
  • Number Of Showers: 1
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Stone, Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Partially Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Seattle City Light/PSE
  • Sewer Company: Southwest Suburban Sewer District
  • Water Company: Water District No. 49
  • Power Production Type: Natural Gas
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • Lot Topography: Level,Sloped,Terraces
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 31
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Paved
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 76'x115'x71'x126'
  • Lot Number: 4
  • Lot Size Source: Realist
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 8167600020
  • Building Condition: Very Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 2340
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 2340
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 2340.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Multi Family
Financing / Income and Expenses
  • Leased Equipment: None
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 16631 Sylvester Road Southwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 25, 2025

Sold

NWMLS #2370117

$745,950
Nov 21, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922173078

$745,950
Oct 29, 2025

Price Change

NWMLS #2370117

$759,950
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/25/2025

Sold

NWMLS #2370117

$745,950
11/21/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922173078

$745,950
10/29/2025

Price Change

NWMLS #2370117

$759,950

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Public Records for 16631 Sylvester Road Southwest

Taxable ValueLand$289,000Additions$352,000Total$641,000
Tax Record2026$7,581 ($632 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,510 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt2,340 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,170 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,240 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1954Year Renovated1954ZoningR2CountyKINGAPN816760-0020

Schools near 16631 Sylvester Road Southwest

This home is within Highline 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
Gregory Heights Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Sylvester Middle School
Public6 to 8

Highline High School
Public9 to 12

Puget Sound 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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