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$815,000

20438 SE 256th St Covington, WA 98042

4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,550 sqft
0.1 acres
$320 / sqft
House

Property details

About 20438 SE 256th St

Major price reduction—motivated sellers! Better than new home in Maple Hills. This 4?bed/2.5?bath beauty backs to a private greenbelt. Open-concept floor plan features a chef’s kitchen: huge quartz island, double ovens & walk-in pantry. The dining & great room share a gas fireplace and flow to an extended covered patio with its own fireplace and flat, fully-fenced yard. Upstairs: airy loft perfect for play or office, convenient laundry, three spacious bedrooms, plus vaulted primary retreat with 5-piece bath and custom closet. Extras include A/C, 2-car garage, Smart Home with Alexa-enabled voice control, 110?acres of trails, parks, sidewalks, future Shops at Lake Pointe and fast HWY-18 access.

Highlights

HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size2,550 sqft
Lot size0.1152 Acres
Year built2020
ParkingAttached Garage
MLS #2369730
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceGas

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Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Disposal, Double Oven
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Loft, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Water Heater
  • Fireplace: Gas
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached Garage
  • Exterior: Cement Planked
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $815,000
  • Price/SqFt: $319
  • HOA Amount: $850 Annually
  • Annual Tax Amount: $7,699
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Lot: Paved
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Living Area: 2,550 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1152 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2369730
  • MLS Name: NWMLS
  • Office Name: Redfin
  • Office Phone: (253) 201-3130
  • Listing Agent: Sena Johnston-Krause

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 04, 2020
Home Sold
$621,950

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2022$742,000$7,699
2021$599,000$7,093
2020$314,000$4,171

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Cedar Valley Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

26500 Timberlane Way SE

7

Lake Wilderness Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

24216 Witte Rd SE

4

Jenkins Creek Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

26915 186th 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 $112,375. The most common annual income of people living in Covington, WA is between $100k-200k. Most families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

6%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
53%
100k-200k
8%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

22%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
32%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • SoccerSoccer
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store
  • IKEAIKEA

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • BMWBMW
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 20438 SE 256th St

The listing price of 20438 SE 256th St property is $815,000.

The property 20438 SE 256th St is a house located in Covington, Washington, 98042.

Active Listing: 20438 SE 256th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 20438 SE 256th St are: Cedar Valley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lake Wilderness Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Jenkins Creek Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cedar Heights Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Maple View Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Mattson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Tahoma Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Kentwood High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Kentlake High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $7,699 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 4, 2020 for $621,950 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 20438 SE 256th St has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 20438 SE 256th St is 2,550 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 20438 SE 256th St is 2020.

This home is located at 20438 SE 256th St in Covington, WA and zip code 98042 in the Timberlane neighborhood. This 2,550 square foot home, which was built in 2020, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $815,000.

While more than 9 listings in Covington, WA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 12 listings sold at asking price, and more than 3 were sold below. In June 2025 in Covington, WA there were 2.1% more homes for sale than in May. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 20 days, the median list price was $691,300.

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

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