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$490,000

19656 SE 259th St Covington, WA 98042

4 beds
1 full
1,280 sqft
0.1 acres
$383 / sqft
House

Property details

About 19656 SE 259th St

Welcome to this 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom rambler nestled in a peaceful neighborhood. With 1,280 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space, this single-story home offers both comfort and style. The open-concept living room features vaulted ceilings, creating an airy & inviting atmosphere. The oversized kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances & tile flooring. Throughout the home, youll find durable vinyl plank flooring complemented by plush new carpeting in the bedrooms. Built-in closets and additional kitchen storage ensure everything has its place. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard with a cement patio—perfect for relaxing. Location is convenient, minutes away from schools, shopping & HWY 18 access & trails!

Highlights

HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size1,280 sqft
Lot size0.1194 Acres
Year built1969
MLS #2357775
FireplaceElectric

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
  • Interior: Ceramic Tile
  • Fireplace: Electric
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: None
  • Exterior: Wood Products
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $490,000
  • Price/SqFt: $382
  • HOA Amount: $50 Monthly
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,867
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Directions: From 516 turn onto 201st Ave SE. Take 199th Pl SE left onto SE 263rd Pl to SE 261st St in Covington.
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Living Area: 1,280 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1194 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2357775
  • MLS Name: NWMLS
  • Office Name: Highest Offer
  • Office Phone: (253) 766-5002
  • Listing Agent: Megan DeHan

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 16, 2005
Home Sold
$201,950
May 07, 2001
Home Sold
$89,500
Sep 30, 1997
Home Sold
$92,000
Apr 28, 1992
Home Sold
$76,950
Jul 11, 1989
Home Sold
$48,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2022$457,000$4,867
2021$363,000$4,420
2020$320,000$4,105
2018$275,000$3,341
2017$247,000$3,319

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Cedar Valley Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

26500 Timberlane Way SE

4

Jenkins Creek Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

26915 186th Ave SE

5

Crestwood Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

25225 180th Ave SE

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $100,000. The majority of Covington, WA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, with kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

7%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
40%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

29%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
34%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A
  • QdobaQdoba
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Active RockActive Rock
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 19656 SE 259th St

The listing price of 19656 SE 259th St property is $490,000.

The property 19656 SE 259th St is a house located in Covington, Washington, 98042.

Active Listing: 19656 SE 259th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 19656 SE 259th St are: Cedar Valley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Jenkins Creek Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Crestwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cedar Heights Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Maple View Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Mattson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Kentwood High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Tahoma Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Kentlake High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $4,867 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 16, 2005 for $201,950 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 19656 SE 259th St has 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 19656 SE 259th St is 1,280 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 19656 SE 259th St is 1969.

This home is located at 19656 SE 259th St in Covington, WA and zip code 98042 in the Timberlane neighborhood. This 1,280 square foot home, which was built in 1969, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $490,000.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Covington, WA there were more than 9 sold above asking price, over 3 sold below and more than 12 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Covington, WA increased by 2.1% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 20 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $691,300.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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