8534 SE 79th Place, Mercer Island, WA 98040-5716
Listed by Julie Wilson, Windermere Mercer Island
$2,195,000
$860 per sq ft
8534 SE 79th Place, Mercer Island, WA 98040-5716
Mercer Island, WA, 98040
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 3
- Sq ft
- 2,553
- Built
- 1976
- Parking
- Attached Garage
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- 4
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2,553
- Square feet
- $860
- Per sq ft
- Single Family Residence
- Type
- 1976
- Year built
- 11,994 sq ft
- Lot
- 0
- Days on market
About this property
Nestled on a quiet South Mercer Island cul-de-sac, this charming 2,500 sf rambler offers privacy, space, and effortless single-level living. Thoughtfully updated in 2008, the home features a light-filled, circular floor plan designed for easy everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen features KitchenAid appliances and connects naturally to multiple gathering spaces, while gas fireplaces add warmth and character throughout. A dedicated office with two built-in desks and excellent storage creates an ideal work-from-home or homework space. Seamless indoor-outdoor flow opens to a level, private yard that offers a true blank canvas to garden, play, entertain, or create your ideal outdoor retreat. All four bedrooms are tucked together in a private wing, including a spacious primary suite. With everything on one level, abundant storage, and an attached 2-car garage, the thoughtful layout is ideal for aging in place or a busy household. Enjoy a peaceful setting just steps to Lakeridge Elementary, Islander Middle School, parks, and shopping, plus easy access to the Mercer Island Country Club. A comfortable and exceptionally livable home in one of Mercer Island’s most desirable neighborhoods. Don't miss!
Location & commute
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Property details
Listing details
- Listing number
- #2567009
- Listed
- August 14, 2026
- Days on market
- 0
- Price per sq ft
- $860
Unit & building
- Unit levels
- One
Parking
- Parking
- Attached Garage
- Covered spaces
- 2
- Total spaces
- 2
Views
- View
- Territorial
Construction
- Year built
- 1976
- Style
- 10 - 1 Story
- Structure
- House
- Roof
- Metal
Heating & cooling
- Heating
- Heat PumpRadiant
- Cooling
- Heat Pump
- Energy source
- ElectricNatural Gas
Interior features
- Features
- Bath Off PrimaryDbl Pane/Storm WindowDining RoomFireplaceFrench DoorsSecurity SystemWalk-In Closet(s)Water HeaterWine/Beverage Refrigerator
- Fireplaces
- 2
- Fireplace type
- Gas
Flooring
- Flooring
- Ceramic TileHardwood
Appliances
- Appliances
- DishwasherDisposalDouble OvenDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove(s)/Range(s)Washer
Lot
- Lot features
- Cul-De-SacDead End StreetPaved
- Lot size
- 11,994 sq ft
Terms
- Terms offered
- CashConventionalVA Loan
Utilities
- Water
- City of Mercer Island
- Sewer
- City of Mercer Island
- Power
- Puget Sound Energy
Schools
- District
- Mercer Island
- Elementary
- Lakeridge Elem
- Middle
- Islander Mid
- High
- Mercer Isl High
Listing history
Listed
$2,195,000
August 14, 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
$12,782
- Principal & interest
- $11,099
- Property tax (est.)
- $1,683
Assumes $439,000 down (20%), a $1,756,000 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 14, 2026 at 6:31 PM 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.