™by The Broker Team$3,785,000
Active4715 81st Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
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- Listed Aug 28
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Mortgage Lending Group · Company NMLS 1157983 · Enrique Pelayo Jr. NMLS 131435
THE FACTS
Home details
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Interior area
- 4,440 sq ft
- Levels
- Two
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer
Other features
Exterior & lot
- Home type
- House
- Year built
- 1987
- Lot size
- 16,200 sq ft
- Exterior
- Wood
- View
- City, Lake, Mountains
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 3
- Parking features
- Attached Garage
Systems
- Heating
- Fireplace Insert, Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
Taxes & HOA
- Annual property tax
- $24,297 (2025)
- Monthly HOA
- $0
FROM THE LISTING
About this home
Some homes are built to impress. This one was built to endure. Thoughtfully designed by renowned architect Curtis Gelotte and expertly crafted by Bender Chaffey, this custom residence has been cherished by its original owners since the day it was completed and is now offered for sale for the first time. Perched high above Mercer Island's storied Forest Avenue, the home enjoys sweeping western views across Lake Washington to Seward Park, while a rare large, level yard and expansive entertaining decks create an effortless connection between home and landscape. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass invite natural light deep into the living spaces, changing with the seasons and the time of day. Every line, proportion, and material was carefully considered, creating a home that feels as timeless today as it did when it was first imagined. Formal and informal spaces unfold naturally, balancing grand entertaining with comfortable everyday living. There is a quiet confidence to this home. Nothing feels excessive, yet every detail reflects exceptional craftsmanship and thoughtful design. It is a home that rewards careful attention, revealing new details with every visit. Rarely does a residence of this caliber, designed by one of the Northwest's most respected architects and built by one of Mercer Island's premier builders, become available. More than a home, it is a legacy property, created with intention and ready for its next chapter.
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MLS SCHOOL INFORMATION
Schools
Mercer Island School District
Elementary: Island Park Elem
Middle: Islander Mid
High: Mercer Isl High
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