242 SW 186th St

1,960 Sq. Ft.
$581 / Sq. Ft.
1,960
Sq. Ft.
$581
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Unlock Your Dream Home in the Heart of Normandy Park. This beautifully reimagined mid-century modern residence offers breathtaking Sound and mountain views from the main living spaces and private deck. Thoughtfully renovated by a designer, the home features 1,960 sq ft of well-designed living space with an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area—perfect for entertaining or everyday comfort. The lower level includes a spacious recreation room and a full-size laundry room with an additional full...Unlock Your Dream Home in the Heart of Normandy Park. This beautifully reimagined mid-century modern residence offers breathtaking Sound and mountain views from the main living spaces and private deck. Thoughtfully renovated by a designer, the home features 1,960 sq ft of well-designed living space with an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area—perfect for entertaining or everyday comfort. The lower level includes a spacious recreation room and a full-size laundry room with an additional full bath, offering flexible living options. Enjoy peace of mind with extensive 2024 upgrades, including a new heat pump with A/C, upgraded 200-amp electrical panel, conversion from septic to city sewer, all-new plumbing, a new roof, new appliances, washer and dryer, and new flooring throughout. Nearly half of the electrical has been updated, and new windows have been installed throughout the home (excluding the oversized living room window). Additional features include a two-car garage and a prime location within walking distance to QFC, Starbucks, and neighborhood amenities. Situated in the highly regarded Highline School District, this home seamlessly blends timeless design with modern efficiency—an exceptional opportunity in one of Normandy Park’s most desirable locations.
  1. Listed by Phi Bui • Tran Property Group
  2. Listed by Ly Tran • Tran Property Group

Property Details for 242 Southwest 186th Street

Community Name
Normandy Park
School District
Highline
View
Mountain(s), Ocean, Sound
Number of Assigned Spaces
2
Total Covered Parking
2
Entry Date
01-28-2026
Energy Source
Electric
Sewer
Sewer Connected

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LISTING UPDATED: 01/30/2026 10:50 AM

Property Details for 242 Southwest 186th Street

StatusActive
MLS #2473161
Days on Market4
Cumulative Days on Market4
Taxes$9,091 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1959
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,094 SF
CountyKing County

Location

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Building Information for 242 Southwest 186th Street

Stories-Year Built1959Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,094 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,309 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,551

Property Taxes

$758

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 242 Southwest 186th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 14 - Split Entry
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Area: 130 - Burien/Normandy Park
  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle Or Junior School: Buyer To Verify
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • Effective Year Built Source: See Remarks
  • Directions: From I-5 take Exit 154B (SW 272nd St). Go west, right on 1st Ave S, left on SW 186th St. Home at 242 SW 186th St on north side.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Direction Faces: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway Parking, Garage-Attached
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 1
  • Full Baths Main: 0
  • Full Baths Upper: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 1
  • 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: 0
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 0
  • Bedrooms Upper: 3
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Fireplaces Upper: 1
  • Features: Fireplace
  • Room and Floor: Bedroom-None, Primary Bedroom-None, Bathroom Full-Lower, Bathroom Full-None, Bathroom Three Quarter-None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Room List: Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Number Of Showers: 3
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Flat
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Production Type: Electric
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: Multi/Split
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1959
  • Photos Count: 39
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Source: Realist
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 3123049017
  • Calculated Square Footage: 1960
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 1960
  • Building Area Total: 1960.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Multi Family
Building Details
  • Total Uncovered Parking: 2
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Tenant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 242 Southwest 186th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2473161

$1,139,000
May 23, 2024

Sold

NWMLS #2233470

$700,000
May 21, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533108778

$700,000

+3.5% / yr

May 13, 2024

Pending

NWMLS #2233470

May 8, 2024

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2233470

$700,000
Aug 29, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #163961809

$366,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/28/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2473161

$1,139,000
05/23/2024

Sold

NWMLS #2233470

$700,000
05/21/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533108778

$700,000

+3.5% / yr

05/13/2024

Pending

NWMLS #2233470

05/08/2024

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2233470

$700,000
08/29/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #163961809

$366,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 242 Southwest 186th Street

Taxable ValueLand$350,000Additions$389,000Total$739,000
Tax Record2024$8,826 ($736 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.8Total Finished SqFt2,630 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,960 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt670 SqFtStories1Lot Size8,094 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959ZoningR-7.2CountyKINGAPN312304-9017Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 242 Southwest 186th Street

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 - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Marvista Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Sylvester Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mount Rainier High School
Public9 to 12

Highline Big Picture School
Public6 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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242 Southwest 186th Street is a single family home for sale in Normandy Park, WA 98166. This property was listed for sale on January 28, 2026 by Tran Property Group, it's currently listed at $1,139,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on May 23, 2024. This listing's school district is Highline School District. Nearby schools include Marvista Elementary School, Sylvester Middle School and Mount Rainier High School. 242 Southwest 186th Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,960 sqft single family home built in 1959.

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