26401 197th Pl SE

Covington, WA 98042

$522,700
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,290 Sq. Ft.
$405 / Sq. Ft.
1,290
Sq. Ft.
$405
per Sq. Ft.
Sold 1/23/26
Sold 1/23/26
Listing provided by Northwest MLS

Description

Charming and refreshed 3-bedroom, 1-bath rambler offering easy, single-level living on a spacious lot in Kent. Enjoy peace of mind with a brand-new roof and fresh exterior paint, plus bright living spaces filled with natural light. The functional 1,290 sq ft layout features an inviting living room, dining area, and a well-designed kitchen that connects seamlessly for everyday comfort. Bedrooms, and the full bath are updated and the bonus room in back is a plus. Outside, the fully fenced backyard...Charming and refreshed 3-bedroom, 1-bath rambler offering easy, single-level living on a spacious lot in Kent. Enjoy peace of mind with a brand-new roof and fresh exterior paint, plus bright living spaces filled with natural light. The functional 1,290 sq ft layout features an inviting living room, dining area, and a well-designed kitchen that connects seamlessly for everyday comfort. Bedrooms, and the full bath are updated and the bonus room in back is a plus. Outside, the fully fenced backyard provides plenty of room to relax, garden, or play, while the oversized driveway and RV/boat parking add rare flexibility. Close to schools, shopping, parks, and commuter routes, this move-in-ready rambler blends comfort, updates, and convenience.
  1. Listed by Kara Rogers • Keller Williams Realty

Property Details for 26401 197th Place Southeast

Community Name
Kent
School District
Kent
View
Territorial
Number of Assigned Spaces
2
Total Covered Parking
2
Entry Date
11-28-2025
Energy Source
Electric
Sewer
Sewer Connected
LISTING UPDATED: 01/23/2026 12:01 PM

Property Details for 26401 197th Place Southeast

StatusSold
MLS #2457622
Days on Market21
Cumulative Days on Market21
Taxes$5,235 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1981
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,099 SF
CountyKing County

Location

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Building Information for 26401 197th Place Southeast

Stories-Year Built1981Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,099 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,984 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,548

Property Taxes

$436

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 26401 197th Place Southeast

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 10 - 1 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
  • Area: 320 - Black Diamond/Maple Valley
  • Elementary School: Cedar Vly Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Cedar Heights Jnr Hi
  • High School: Kentlake High
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: WA-18 E, take the WA-516/SE 272nd St exit towards Covington, exit Right and then left onto 192nd Ave, Right onto SE 267th St, Right onto SE 265th St, Left on 197th Pl to home on Left.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Garage-Attached, RV Parking
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, RV Parking
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • 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: 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: 0
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Laminate, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank
  • Basement: None
  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace
  • Room and Floor: Bonus Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Rec Room-Main, Utility Room-Main, Bathroom Full-Main, Bedroom-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Room List: Bonus Room, Entry Hall, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Rec Room, Utility Room, Bathroom Full, Bedroom
  • Number Of Showers: 1
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Fully Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer Company: Soos Creek Water & Sewer
  • Water Company: Covington Water
  • Power Production Type: Electric
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • Lot Topography: Level,Partial Slope
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1981
  • Photos Count: 25
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Source: Realist
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 2916620020
  • Calculated Square Footage: 1290
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 1290
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 1290.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 26401 197th Place Southeast

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 23, 2026

Sold

NWMLS #2457622

$522,700—
Dec 19, 2025

Pending

NWMLS #2457622

—
Nov 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2457622

$525,000—
Aug 23, 2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #76701743

$170,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/23/2026

Sold

NWMLS #2457622

$522,700
12/19/2025

Pending

NWMLS #2457622

—
11/28/2025

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2457622

$525,000
08/23/2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #76701743

$170,000

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Public Records for 26401 197th Place Southeast

Taxable ValueLand$291,000Additions$214,000Total$505,000
Tax Record2024$4,942 ($412 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,290 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,290 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,099 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1981ZoningR6CountyKINGAPN291662-0020Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 26401 197th Place Southeast

This home is within Kent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cedar Valley Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Cedar Heights Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Kentlake High School
Public - 9 to 12
The Outreach Program
Public - 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cedar Valley Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Cedar Heights Middle School
Public7 to 8

Kentlake High School
Public9 to 12

The Outreach Program
Public12

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