917 S 222nd Street, Des Moines, WA 98198
Listed by Stephanie R. Herrmann, Better Properties Soundview
$784,999
$318 per sq ft
917 S 222nd Street, Des Moines, WA 98198
Des Moines, WA, 98198
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 4
- Sq ft
- 2,470
- Built
- 1951
- Parking
- Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
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- 5
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2,470
- Square feet
- $318
- Per sq ft
- Single Family Residence
- Type
- 1951
- Year built
- 6,000 sq ft
- Lot
- 0
- Days on market
About this property
Welcome to this wonderful, spacious Mansard-style home in the heart of Des Moines, just minutes from the waterfront, parks, shopping, dining, and all the area's amenities with water, island, mountain, and bay views. Truly one of a kind, this unique home offers exceptional space, versatility, and VIEWS! This home has 4 bedrooms upstairs and a large finished studio above the detached garage, complete with its own kitchenette, bathroom, bedroom, private balcony, and generous living space and views of the water!. Enjoy multiple versatile living areas in the main home, and an expansive chef's kitchen featuring granite countertops, a double oven, and ample cabinet and prep space. Updated bathrooms and built-in shelving throughout. Enjoy even more space and privacy outdoors. The yard is complete with sleek, modern fencing and gated access to a beautifully landscaped space filled with lush greenery, mature fruit-bearing trees, a spacious deck, a patio, and a water feature. Two-car detached garage with a studio above. The large driveway is complete with alley access, with additional parking in the front. With no HOA restrictions, you'll enjoy the flexibility to park your RV, boat, or additional vehicles right on your property. Combining generous living space, versatile amenities, VIEWS and a prime Des Moines location, this home offers an exceptional opportunity!
Location & commute
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Property details
Listing details
- Listing number
- #2564712
- Listed
- August 6, 2026
- Days on market
- 0
- Price per sq ft
- $318
Unit & building
- Unit levels
- Two
Parking
- Parking
- DrivewayDetached GarageOff StreetRV Parking
- Covered spaces
- 2
- Total spaces
- 2
Views
- View
- BayIslandsMountainsSoundTerritorial
Construction
- Year built
- 1951
- Style
- 12 - 2 Story
- Structure
- House
- Roof
- CompositionFlatGreen Roof
Heating & cooling
- Heating
- BaseboardDuctless
- Cooling
- Ductless
- Energy source
- ElectricNatural Gas
Interior features
- Features
- Second KitchenSecond Primary BedroomBath Off PrimaryCeiling Fan(s)Dining RoomFireplaceSkylight(s)Triple Pane WindowsWalk-In Closet(s)Water Heater
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Fireplace type
- Gas
Flooring
- Flooring
- Ceramic TileVinylVinyl PlankCarpet
Appliances
- Appliances
- DishwasherDisposalDouble OvenDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove(s)/Range(s)Washer
Community & building features
- Bus line nearby
- Yes
Lot
- Lot features
- AlleyPaved
- Lot size
- 6,000 sq ft
Terms
- Terms offered
- VA Loan
Utilities
- Water
- Water District #54
- Sewer
- Midway Sewer
- Power
- PSE
Schools
- District
- Highline
- Elementary
- Buyer To Verify
- Middle
- Buyer To Verify
- High
- Buyer To Verify
Listing history
Listed
$784,999
August 6, 2026
Derived from current MLS listing fields. Full multi-cycle status history is on the roadmap.
Payment estimate
An estimate to help you plan, not a loan offer or financial advice.
Est. monthly
$4,571
- Principal & interest
- $3,969
- Property tax (est.)
- $602
Assumes $157,000 down (20%), a $627,999 loan at 6.5% over 30 years. Property tax is an estimated figure, not MLS data (verify with the county assessor). Excludes insurance, PMI, and closing costs. Not a commitment to lend or financial advice.
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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of August 6, 2026 at 9:15 AM PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.