$500,000

20608 1st Ave S Des Moines, WA 98198

$5,938
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,210 sqft
0.1 acres
$413 / sqft
House

Property details

About 20608 1st Ave S

Welcome home to this charming single-story gem in North Hill! This delightful 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home with LVP flooring throughout and a cozy brick wood-burning fireplace that invites you to relax and unwind. The kitchen offers warm wood cabinetry and comes fully equipped with all appliances included. A large laundry room provides additional storage and functionality, and the attached one-car garage offers convenience and extra space for parking or storage. The freshly painted cedar siding exterior adds to the home’s curb appeal, while its solid construction and loving care shine throughout. Situated on a park-like lot with a spacious backyard and patio, perfect for entertaining.

Highlights

HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size1,210 sqft
Lot size0.1463 Acres
Year built1952
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage
MLS #2382327
Attached garage1 space
FireplaceWood Burning

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Flooring Type: Vinyl, Vinyl Plank
  • Interior: Dining Room, Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $500,000
  • Price/SqFt: $413
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,974
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Lot: Paved
  • Directions: GPS is accurate.
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Living Area: 1,210 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1463 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2382327
  • MLS Name: NWMLS
  • Office Name: Trellis + Vine Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (360) 903-9941
  • Listing Agent: Melissa D. Weese

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20608 1st Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198 - single story home featuring a garage, driveway, a front yard, and a chimney

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 30, 2003
Home Sold
$155,000
Jul 06, 2001
Home Sold
$151,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2022$436,000$4,974
2021$356,000$4,629
2020$312,000$4,291
2018$244,000$3,144
2017$220,000$3,310

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Mar Vista Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

19800 Marine View Dr SW

8

North Hill Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

19835 8th Ave S

3

Midway Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.9 mi

22447 24th Ave S

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 $70,069. Most Des Moines, WA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

15%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
5%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

33%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • TennisTennis
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • IKEAIKEA
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • JeepJeep
  • MazdaMazda
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • RockRock
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 20608 1st Ave S

The listing price of 20608 1st Ave S property is $500,000.

The property 20608 1st Ave S is a house located in Des Moines, Washington, 98198.

Active Listing: 20608 1st Ave S is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 20608 1st Ave S are: Mar Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), North Hill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Midway Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Pacific Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Sylvester Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Chinook Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Highline High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Big Picture School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Choice Academy (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $4,974 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on April 30, 2003 for $155,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 20608 1st Ave S has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 20608 1st Ave S is 1,210 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 20608 1st Ave S is 1952.

This home is located at 20608 1st Ave S in Des Moines, WA and zip code 98198 in the North Hill / Des Moines neighborhood. This 1,210 square foot home, which was built in 1952, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $500,000.

While more than 5 listings in Des Moines, WA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 9 listings sold at asking price, and more than 6 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, WA increased by 30.9% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 46 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $600,000.

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

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