Rockhood
$1,300,000List price
3 bed · 3 bath · 1,333 sq ft
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3134 SW 172nd Street · Burien, WA 98166

Source: NWMLS · Redfin · David Palmer #NWM2541196

About this home

Puget Sound Waterfront! Experience the pinnacle of PNW living in this historic Three Tree Point home with 58' of waterfront. Nestled in a unique, vibrant community known for its charm, friendly atmosphere, scenic roads perfect for daily strolls/bicycling, this property offers a rare coastal lifestyle. Enjoy an outstanding, spectacular 180-degree view overlooking the Puget Sound, Mt. Rainier, Islands, Olympic Mts. Boasting a coveted southern exposure, the home basks in sunshine, providing natural warmth & light throughout the year. Step outside to your private, no-bank beach, transitioning from smooth gravel to soft sand, perfect for beachcombing. The outdoor oasis includes its own private & secure boathouse & boat ramp, solid bulkhead, zero maintenance lawn, patio, deck for kayaks, paddleboards, dinghy, complete w/Puget Sound self-moorage capabilities. Inside, the main level features a living room w/stunning water views & gas fireplace. Kitchen is fully equipped w/gas range, dishwasher, disposal, frost-free refrigerator, microwave. Large bedroom & full bath complete this floor. Upstairs, discover 2 expansive primary suites w/ picturesque water views, sitting areas, 3/4 baths, oversized closets, private sundeck off the west bedroom. The lower street level provides a heated & secure basement w/laundry, abundant dry storage, supplemented by a detached 2-car garage. Perfectly situated, this retreat is just 5 mins from shopping, 12 mins from airport, 20 mins from DT Seattle!

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
2 Story
Stories
2 stories
Year built
1924 (renovated 1975)
Building area
1,720 sq ft
Lot size
6,204 sq ft (0.14 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2541196

Interior

Heating
Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Gas
Interior features
Second Primary Bedroom, Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Brick, Wood
Roof
Composition, Torch Down
Foundation
Poured Concrete, Slab
Lot features
Paved, Value In Land
Topography
Level,Partial Slope,Steep Slope
View
Islands, Mountains, Sound
Waterfront
Yes

Parking

Parking spaces
5
Garage
Yes
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric, Natural Gas

Community & fees

Subdivision
Burien
Property tax
$13,860 (2025)

Transaction

Original list price
$1,350,000 (3.7% price cut)
Listed on
Jun 18, 2026
Days on market
94
Price per sq ft
$975
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional
Possession
Closing

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Schools

School district: Highline

Elementary
Buyer To Verify
Middle
Buyer To Verify
High
Highline High School
SchoolDigger 1 star · Top 85% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Redfin

Listing agent: David Palmer.

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Data last updated 2026-09-18.