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Listed by Bradley Hanson • John L. Scott, Inc.. Buyer represented by Redfin.
SOLD AUG 25, 2026

$520,000

Listed at $500,000

3 bd•1 ba•2,280 sq ft

26516 8th Avenue S, Des Moines, WA 98198

• Listed Jul 30, 2026

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Listing Broker: John L. Scott, Inc.; Bradley Hanson; 425-577-3739; bradley@bradleyhansongroup.com

Buyer Broker: Redfin

About this home

First time ever on the market, this rare Upper Woodmont opportunity is ready for your vision. Nestled at the end of a quiet dead-end road and perched among the trees, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home captures peaceful Sound views and offers incredible upside for investors, builders, or buyers looking to create equity. The partially finished basement features a separate entrance, making it ideal for future multigenerational living, guest quarters, or additional finished space. Enjoy the expansive wraparound deck, two-car carport, oversized detached powered shed perfect for a home office, studio, or workshop, plus a newer heat pump and a roof approximately 10 years old. The generous lot and desirable location provide endless possibilities to renovate, expand, or reimagine. Located in the sought-after Upper Woodmont community, where Woodmont Country Club membership is available and includes private beach access, trails, sport court, clubhouse plaza, and year-round social events. Bring your imagination—opportunities like this don't come around often. No HOA. Sold AS-IS.

Property type
Single Family
Year built
1926
Interior
2,280 sq ft
Lot size
0.3343 acres
Parking
Attached Carport, None, Off Street
Price / sq ft
$228
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump
CoolingForced Air, Heat Pump
Property taxes$2,875/yr (est.)
School districtFederal Way

Listed by Bradley Hanson • John L. Scott, Inc.

Listing updated: September 25, 2026 at 04:04am

RexMont checked: moments ago

Source: NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2562354

Around this home

Property details

Interior features

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Dining Room
  • Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Skylight(s)
  • Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Water Heater
  • 2 fireplaces (wood burning)
  • Partially Finished basement

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Dryer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove(s)/Range(s)
  • Washer

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms total
  • 2 on the main level
  • 1 on the lower level

Bathrooms

  • 1 full bathroom
  • 1 on the main level

Layout

  • 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • 2,280 sq ft finished

Flooring

  • Concrete
  • Laminate
  • Carpet

Heating & cooling

  • Forced Air heating
  • Heat Pump heating
  • Forced Air cooling
  • Heat Pump cooling

Single-family home facts

As entered by the listing broker on Northwest MLS

Lot & site

Lot dimensions
104x131x123x130
Topography
Level,Partial Slope
Vegetation
Wooded
Zoning code
RS7200
Zoning jurisdiction
County
Faces
West

Systems

Energy source
Electric,Natural Gas,Wood
Power production
Electric, Natural Gas, Wood
Water heater
Gas
Water heater location
Garage
Power company
PSE
Water company
Highline Water District
Sewer company
Midway Sewer District
Gas company
PSE
Garbage service
Recology
Irrigation water rights
No
Internet connected
Xfinity
Cable connected
Xfinity

Rooms & extras

Bathtubs
1
Showers
1
Fireplaces on main
1
Fireplaces lower level
1

New construction

Square footage source
Realist
Lot size source
Realist
Effective year built source
Public Records

Manufactured home

Land lease
No

Neighborhood mobility

Walk, bike & transit scores

Source: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score® are provided by Walk Score (walkscore.com), a third-party service. This is not Northwest MLS listing data.

Schools

Ratings via SchoolDigger

Federal Way School District

  • Buyer To Verify
    Public · Grades Elementary
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  • Buyer To Verify
    Public · Grades Middle
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  • Buyer To Verify
    Public · Grades High
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Assigned schools for this property per the listing's MLS data. School district boundaries change — verify the exact assigned schools with the district before purchasing.

Sales & Tax Records for 26516 8th Avenue S

NWMLS via MLS Grid · King County Assessor

Every listing, pending, price change and closing filed on this home with the NWMLS, the county’s recorded sales, and its assessed values by tax year.

  1. Aug 25, 2026
    Sold
    NWMLS via MLS Grid · #2562354
    $520,000
    $228/sq ft
  2. Aug 4, 2026
    Pending
    NWMLS via MLS Grid · #2562354
    $500,000
    $219/sq ft
  3. Jul 30, 2026
    Listed
    NWMLS via MLS Grid · #2562354
    $500,000
    $219/sq ft

Market pulse

Des Moines is a balanced market.

Supply and demand are roughly in balance. Neither side has a clear edge.

Buyer's marketSeller's market
  • Offer insight: Homes typically sell with one offer near asking price.

  • List to sale price: The average home sells very close to list price.

  • Time on market: The average home goes pending in around 65 days.

Recent sales nearby

Within 1 mile · last 6 months
  • $885,000 Sold

    6 days ago

    5 bd•3.25 ba•~3,320 sq ft•Single Family

    27432 12th Place S, Des Moines, WA 98198

    2%

    Under list

    29

    Days on market

    0.5 mi

    Distance

  • $745,000 Sold

    2 weeks ago

    4 bd•3.25 ba•~3,060 sq ft•Single Family

    28017 13th Avenue S, Des Moines, WA 98198

    1%

    Under list

    38

    Days on market

    0.8 mi

    Distance

  • $869,950 Sold

    3 weeks ago

    3 bd•2.5 ba•~2,220 sq ft•Single Family

    1636 S 260th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198

    0%

    Over list

    67

    Days on market

    0.7 mi

    Distance

  • $1,050,000 Sold

    4 weeks ago

    4 bd•2.75 ba•~2,540 sq ft•Single Family

    27009 10th Avenue S, Des Moines, WA 98198

    5%

    Under list

    56

    Days on market

    0.2 mi

    Distance

  • $520,000 Sold

    6 weeks ago

    3 bd•1 ba•~2,280 sq ft•Single Family

    26516 8th Avenue S, Des Moines, WA 98198

    4%

    Over list

    26

    Days on market

    0.1 mi

    Distance

Closed sales from MLS GRID / NWMLS within the past 6 months, matched on property type and within 1 mile. Comps approximate.

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Market data from MLS GRID / NWMLS · Updated Oct 2026

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