3220 S 281st Place · Auburn, WA 98001
Source: NWMLS · John L. Scott, Inc · Terry Vo #NWM2567242
About this home
Welcome to this beautifully maintained, move-in ready home where timeless design, thoughtful upgrades, and an exceptional setting come together. Offering 5 bedrooms, a main-floor bedroom with adjacent 3/4 bath, plus a large bonus room, this home provides the flexibility today's buyers are looking for. The open-concept layout is designed for everyday living and entertaining, featuring a chef-inspired kitchen with an oversized quartz island, slab quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas range, undermount sink, abundant cabinetry, and seamless flow into the dining area and great room. Step outside to the spacious deck overlooking one of the largest lots in the community, backing to a peaceful greenbelt for exceptional privacy. Upgrades include central A/C, gas fireplace, Tesla EV charger, home security camera system, Ring doorbell, security system, smart toilet, 2-in-1 washer/dryer, front yard pavement, wrought-iron stair railings, recessed lighting, and premium finishes throughout. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers crown molding, a spa-inspired 5-piece bath and walk-in closet, plus three additional bedrooms and a generous bonus room. Located near Star Lake with access to the public dock for kayaking, nearby parks, shopping, dining, I-5, SR-167, and the future Link Light Rail extension. Combining generous living spaces, modern amenities, privacy, and convenience, this is a rare opportunity to own one of the community's most desirable homes.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- 2 Story
- Stories
- 2 stories
- Year built
- 2016
- Lot size
- 5,516 sq ft (0.13 acres)
- County
- King
- MLS #
- NWM2567242
Interior
- Heating
- 90%+ High Efficiency
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Fireplace
- 1 · Gas
- Interior features
- Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Pantry, Security System, Water Heater
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Cement Planked
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Lot features
- Curbs, Dead End Street, Paved, Sidewalk
- Topography
- Partial Slope
- View
- Territorial
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 6
- Garage
- Yes (attached)
- Covered spaces
- 2
- Parking features
- Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Power
- Electric, Natural Gas
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Star Lake
- HOA dues
- $61/mo
- Property tax
- $7,855 (2026)
Transaction
- Listed on
- Aug 13, 2026
- Days on market
- 38
- Price per sq ft
- $284
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing, Negotiable
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Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2022-07-29
- Sold$760,000
- 2016-06-30
- Sold$412,515
Schools
School district: Federal Way
- Elementary
- Valhalla Elem
- Middle
- Evergreen Middle
- High
- Thomas Jefferson High SchoolSchoolDigger 1 star · Top 86% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: John L. Scott, Inc
Listing agent: Terry Vo.
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Data last updated 2026-08-26.