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$8,016 Closing Credit¹
#2395794, Igor Mayster, Listing office: John L. Scott R.E.Tacoma North
$695,000 List price
8608 12th Ave SW Seattle, WA 98106
$8,253
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,040 sqft
0.2 acres
$668 / sqft
House
Property details
About 8608 12th Ave SW
Bursting with charm! This home has been thoroughly restored, starting with a new earthquake retrofitted foundation (2016). The front door opens to a light filled, open floorplan with high ceilings and beautiful, large, south-facing windows. Outside, the fully fenced backyard is a true retreat with lovely gardens and a spacious, sunny deck, ideal for entertaining. All systems, electric, plumbing, heat pump, windows & siding have been replaced. New roof (2025). New range & fridge. Walk to multiple, beautiful parks. Terrific neighborhood!
Highlights
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump
Size1,040 sqft
Lot size0.1749 Acres
Year built1918
ParkingDriveway, RV Parking
MLS #2395994
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Disposal
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Laminate
- Interior: Double Pane/Storm Window, Water Heater
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Driveway, RV Parking
- Exterior: Cement Planked
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Heat Pump
- List Price: $695,000
- Price/SqFt: $668
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,272
- Tax Year: 2022
- Lot: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
- Directions: GPS works
- Year Built: 1918
- Living Area: 1,040 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1749 Acres
- MLS Number: 2395994
- MLS Name: NWMLS
- Office Name: AgencyOne
- Office Phone: (425) 772-7500
- Listing Agent: Pam Vanek
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 06, 2022 | Home Sold | $625,000 |
| Jul 28, 2016 | Home Sold | $271,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $543,000 | $5,272 |
| 2021 | $419,000 | $4,515 |
| 2020 | $362,000 | $4,145 |
| 2018 | $362,000 | $3,666 |
| 2017 | $297,000 | $3,456 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Highland Park Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.1 mi
•1012 SW Trenton St
3
White Center Heights Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•10015 6th Ave SW
4
Sanislo Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•1812 SW Myrtle St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $79,818. Typical income of Seattle, WA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
18%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
9%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
45%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
Tennis
NBA/WNBA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
IKEA
New York & Company
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Chipotle
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Jeep
Infiniti
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Alternative
Active Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 8608 12th Ave SW
The listing price of 8608 12th Ave SW property is $695,000.
The property 8608 12th Ave SW is a house located in Seattle, Washington, 98106.
Active Listing: 8608 12th Ave SW is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8608 12th Ave SW are: Highland Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), White Center Heights Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Sanislo Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Denny International Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Louisa Boren STEM K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Cascade Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Chief Sealth International High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Summit Public School: Atlas (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Evergreen High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $5,272 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 6, 2022 for $625,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 8608 12th Ave SW has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 8608 12th Ave SW is 1,040 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8608 12th Ave SW is 1918.
This home is located at 8608 12th Ave SW in Seattle, WA and zip code 98106 in the Highland Park neighborhood. This 1,040 square foot home, which was built in 1918, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $695,000.
In May 2025 more than 246 listings in Seattle, WA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 277 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 291 were sold below. Between April and May 2025, Seattle, WA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 28.7%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 27 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $849,510.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.