4897 Forest Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
- 5 beds
- 4 baths
- 5,275 sqft
- ~1/2 acre lot
- $682 per sqft
- 1989 build
Architecturally award-winning Westside home with 5 beds, 3.5 baths, and a perfect blend of form + function. Thoughtfully redesigned by Colleen Knowles, it features a chef’s kitchen with 13-ft island, bespoke cabinetry + premium appliances flowing into open living and dining. Spa-inspired primary suite with radiant floors, dual vanities, and a show-stopping walk-in closet. 2 staircases, media room, office, and flexible lower level with two bedrooms and bath. Expansive deck overlooks greenbelt; playground, garden space, and EV-ready 3-car garage. Upgrades include full bath remodels, new flooring, gutters, and whole-home paint. Quiet PNW living with room to gather, create, and recharge—this home was designed for real life..the best parts of it
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Last updated Mar 30, 2025
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MLS# 2346717 —
The Building
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Year Built:1989
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New Construction:false
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Building Name:Flood Dearborn Add
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Building Information:Built On Lot
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Structure Type:House
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Architectural Style:See Remarks
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Roof:Composition
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Entry Location:Main
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Foundation Details:Poured Concrete, Slab
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Basement:Finished
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Exterior Features:Stucco, Wood
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Levels:Two
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Building Area Total:5275
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Building Area Units:Square Feet
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Calculated SqFt:5275
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SqFt Source:appraisal
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Construction Materials:Stucco, Wood
Interior
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Interior Features:Bath Off Primary, Built-In Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Tile, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Hardwood, High Tech Cabling, Jetted Tub, Loft, Security System, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wall to Wall Carpet, Water Heater, Wet Bar, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator, Wired for Generator
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Living Area:5275
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Flooring:Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, See Remarks, Carpet
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Fireplace:true
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Fireplaces Total:3
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Fireplace Features:Gas
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Main Level Fireplace:2
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Lower Level Fireplace:1
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Finished SqFt:5275
Financial & Terms
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Possession:Closing
Location
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Latitude:47.55861
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Longitude:-122.228414
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Directions:West Mercer Way south to 84th/Forest Avenue, down the hill to the first right and the house is the 2nd on the left.
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Subtype:Residential
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Parcel Number:2574900040
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Lot Number:9-10-11-12-13
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Lot Features:Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded
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Lot Size Units:Square Feet
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Lot Size Acres:0.4274
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Lot Size SqFt:18616
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Lot Size Source:Tax Records
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Zoning Jurisdiction:City
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Land Lease:false
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Leased Equipment:None
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View:Territorial
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View:true
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Waterfront:false
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Topography:Partial Slope
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Vegetation:Garden Space, Wooded
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Zoning:R15
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Irrigation Water Rights:false
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (425) 800-0310
- Office phone:
- (425) 800-0310
Taxes
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Tax Year:2024
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Tax Annual Amount:18932
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:5
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Bedrooms Possible:5
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Bedrooms Upper Level:3
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Bedrooms Lower Level:2
Baths
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Total Baths:4
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Baths:3.5
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Full Baths:3
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Half Baths:1
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Main Level Bathrooms:1
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Main Half Baths:1
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Upper Level Full Baths:2
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Lower Level Full Baths:1
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# of Bathtubs:2
The Listing
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Special Listing Conditions:None
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Virtual Tour Unbranded:
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Virtual Tour URL Description:Matterport Tour
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling:false
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Heating:true
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Cooling:None
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Heating:90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air
Utilities
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Water Company:City Of Mercer Island
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Water Heater Location:Mechanical room
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Water Heater Type:Gas / 5 years old
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Water Source:Public
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Sewer:Sewer Connected
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Sewer Company:City Of Mercer Island
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Power Company:Pse
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Cable Connected:Xfinity
Appliances
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Appliances:Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
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Appliances Included:Dishwasher(s),Double Oven,Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),See Remarks,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
Schools
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Elementary School:Buyer To Verify
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Middle Or Junior School:Islander Mid
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High School:Mercer Isl High
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High School District:Mercer Island
The Community
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Subdivision Name:Westside
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Community Features:CCRs
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Senior Community:false
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Bus Line Nearby:false
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Association:false
Parking
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Parking Total:3
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Parking Features:Attached Garage
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Open Parking:false
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Garage:true
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Garage Spaces:3
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Attached Garage:true
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Garage SqFt:897
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Carport:false
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Covered Spaces:3
Listing courtesy of NWMLS / Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$3,598,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$19,266
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Taxes | $1,577 |
Insurance | $989 |
Utilities | $171 See report |
Total | $22,003/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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3/30/25
Mar 30, 2025
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Pending | NWMLS | $3,598,000 | |
3/25/25
Mar 25, 2025
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Listed / Active | NWMLS | $3,598,000 | |
7/16/20
Jul 16, 2020
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Delisted / Withdrawn | NWMLS |