$3,785,000
Est. $20,965/mo4 bd•4.5 ba•4,440 sq ft
4715 81st Avenue SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
• Listed Aug 28, 2026•45 days active · 45 cumulative
Listing Broker: John L. Scott, Inc.; Lori Holden Scott; 206-232-8600; Lorih@johnlscott.com
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Listing Broker: John L. Scott, Inc.; Lori Holden Scott; 206-232-8600; Lorih@johnlscott.com
About this home
Some homes are built to impress. This one was built to endure. Thoughtfully designed by renowned architect Curtis Gelotte and expertly crafted by Bender Chaffey, this custom residence has been cherished by its original owners since the day it was completed and is now offered for sale for the first time. Perched high above Mercer Island's storied Forest Avenue, the home enjoys sweeping western views across Lake Washington to Seward Park, while a rare large, level yard and expansive entertaining decks create an effortless connection between home and landscape. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass invite natural light deep into the living spaces, changing with the seasons and the time of day. Every line, proportion, and material was carefully considered, creating a home that feels as timeless today as it did when it was first imagined. Formal and informal spaces unfold naturally, balancing grand entertaining with comfortable everyday living. There is a quiet confidence to this home. Nothing feels excessive, yet every detail reflects exceptional craftsmanship and thoughtful design. It is a home that rewards careful attention, revealing new details with every visit. Rarely does a residence of this caliber, designed by one of the Northwest's most respected architects and built by one of Mercer Island's premier builders, become available. More than a home, it is a legacy property, created with intention and ready for its next chapter.
Listed by Lori Holden Scott • John L. Scott, Inc.
Listing updated: October 9, 2026 at 04:55pm
RexMont checked: moments ago
Source: NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2574855
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4715 81st Avenue SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Source:RexMont analysis of Northwest MLS sales data for this ZIP code plus third-party market data (RentCast). The estimates are RexMont's, not Northwest MLS listing data.
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Property details
Interior features
- Bath Off Primary
- Built-In Vacuum
- Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Dining Room
- Fireplace
- Fireplace (Primary Bedroom)
- French Doors
- Jetted Tub
- Pantry
- Security System
- Skylight(s)
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Wet Bar
- Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
- 4 fireplaces (gas, wood burning)
- Finished basement
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Double Oven
- Dryer
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Stove(s)/Range(s)
- Trash Compactor
- Washer
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms total
- 1 on the main level
- 1 upstairs
- 2 on the lower level
Bathrooms
- 4 full bathrooms
- 1 half bathroom
- 4.5 bathrooms total (NWMLS count)
- 2 on the main level
Layout
- 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- 4,440 sq ft finished, 700 sq ft unfinished
- 880 sq ft garage
Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Hardwood
- Carpet
Heating & cooling
- Fireplace Insert heating
- Forced Air heating
- Central Air cooling
Schools
Ratings via SchoolDiggerMercer Island School District
- Island Park ElementaryPublic · Grades K-5 · State rank 9 of 1,13810/10
- Islander Middle SchoolPublic · Grades 6-8 · State rank 9 of 51410/10
- Mercer Island High SchoolPublic · Grades 9-12 · State rank 2 of 39610/10
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.
Single-family home facts
As entered by the listing broker on Northwest MLS
Lot & site
- Topography
- Level,Partial Slope
- Vegetation
- Garden Space
Systems
- Energy source
- Natural Gas
- Power production
- Natural Gas
- Power company
- Puget Sound Energy
- Water company
- City Of Mercer Island
- Sewer company
- City Of Mercer Island
- Irrigation water rights
- No
Rooms & extras
- Bathtubs
- 4
- Showers
- 4
- Fireplaces on main
- 2
- Fireplaces upstairs
- 1
- Fireplaces lower level
- 1
New construction
- Builder
- Bender Chaffey
- Square footage source
- Realist
- Lot size source
- Realist
Manufactured home
- Land lease
- No
Neighborhood mobility
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Sales & Tax Records for 4715 81st Avenue SE
NWMLS via MLS Grid · King County AssessorEvery 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.
- Aug 28, 2026ListedNWMLS via MLS Grid · #2574855$3,785,000$852/sq ft
Mortgage payment forecast
$23,936 per month
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Listing Broker: John L. Scott, Inc.; Lori Holden Scott; 206-232-8600; Lorih@johnlscott.com
Market pulse
Mercer Island is a balanced market.
Supply and demand are roughly in balance. Neither side has a clear edge.
Offer insight: Homes typically sell with one offer near asking price.
List to sale price: The average home sells for about 2% below list price.
Time on market: The average home goes pending in around 60 days.
Recent sales nearby
Within 1 mile · last 6 months$1,585,000 Sold
3 days ago
4 bd•3 ba•~2,220 sq ft•Single Family
4215 Island Crest Way, Mercer Island, WA 98040
6%
Under list
65
Days on market
0.7 mi
Distance
$3,425,000 Sold
3 days ago
7 bd•3.25 ba•~4,640 sq ft•Single Family
8105 SE 44th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040
2%
Under list
24
Days on market
0.4 mi
Distance
$2,300,000 Sold
1 week ago
3 bd•1.75 ba•~1,900 sq ft•Single Family
7529 SE 40th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040
21%
Over list
15
Days on market
1.0 mi
Distance
$2,825,000 Sold
2 weeks ago
4 bd•3.25 ba•~3,728 sq ft•Single Family
4520 89th Avenue SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
2%
Under list
40
Days on market
0.5 mi
Distance
$1,450,000 Sold
2 weeks ago
3 bd•2.5 ba•~2,080 sq ft•Single Family
4329 86th Avenue SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
5%
Under list
82
Days on market
0.5 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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