Rockhood
$999,000List price
3 bed · 1 bath · 1,400 sq ft
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12039 SE 42nd St · Bellevue, WA 98006

Source: NWMLS · Skyline Properties, Inc. · Sheryl Yang #NWM2563243

About this home

Rare Newport Hills rambler with a huge, flat, south-facing backyard! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers easy one-level living on a spacious 9,640-sq-ft usable lot in one of Bellevue’s most desirable neighborhoods. Freshly refreshed with new interior paint, new carpet, and updated lighting, the home feels bright, clean, and move-in ready. Large windows and skylights fill the home with abundant natural light, beautifully complementing the hardwood floors and inviting living and dining spaces. The functional kitchen features a gas range, dishwasher, built-in microwave, and easy access to the outdoor living area. Step outside to the pancake-flat, sun-filled south-facing backyard—the true highlight of this special property—with exceptional space for kids to play, gardening, pets, entertaining, summer BBQs, or simply relaxing in the sunshine. The newly painted deck is perfect for morning coffee and outdoor gatherings. Located in the highly acclaimed Bellevue School District, serving Newport Heights Elementary, Tyee Middle, and Newport High. Enjoy quick access to I-405, Downtown Bellevue, Seattle, Microsoft, shopping, dining, parks, trails, and everyday conveniences. A rare combination of one-level living, a large usable lot, excellent schools, abundant natural light, and an exceptional backyard in the heart of Newport Hills. Wonderful opportunity to enjoy a peaceful neighborhood setting while staying close to everything Bellevue has to offer!

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
1 Story
Stories
1 story
Condition
Good
Year built
1955
Lot size
9,640 sq ft (0.22 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2563243

Interior

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
Fireplace
1 · Wood Burning
Interior features
Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, High Tech Cabling, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood
Roof
Torch Down
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Cul-De-Sac, Curbs, Paved
Topography
Level
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking features
Off Street

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Septic Tank
Power
Electric, Natural Gas

Community & fees

Subdivision
Greenwich Crest
Property tax
$6,400 (2025)

Transaction

Original list price
$1,028,000 (2.8% price cut)
Listed on
Aug 1, 2026
Days on market
49
Price per sq ft
$714
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2016-11-09
Sold$580,000

Schools

School district: Bellevue

Elementary
Newport Heights Elem
Middle
Tyee Mid
High
Newport Senior High School
SchoolDigger 5 stars · Top 2% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Skyline Properties, Inc.

Listing agent: Sheryl Yang.

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Data last updated 2026-08-24.