Rockhood
$700,000List price
3 bed · 1 bath · 1,720 sq ft
Active

16707 79th Place NE · Kenmore, WA 98028

Source: NWMLS · Windermere Real Estate/East · Buck Hoffman #NWM2534137

About this home

Rare redevelopment opportunity in one of Kenmore's most desirable residential settings. Nestled on a level corner lot within a peaceful, established neighborhood, this property presents an exceptional canvas for a custom luxury residence. Preliminary architectural plans for a new home have already been prepared, offering a valuable head start for the next owner. Buyers are encouraged to update plans as needed to meet current building codes, engineering requirements, permitting, demolition, and construction standards. Ideally positioned with convenient access to Simonds Road, nearby parks, waterfront recreation, acclaimed schools, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes. Opportunities to secure a premium homesite in this sought-after location are increasingly rare. Shorter for MLS Builder alert! Flat corner lot in a desirable Kenmore neighborhood with easy access to Simonds Rd. Preliminary plans for a new home have been drawn, offering an excellent opportunity for redevelopment. Buyer to verify and update plans as needed to meet current code, engineering, permitting, demolition, and new construction requirements. Quiet location close to parks, schools, shopping, and commuter routes... Interior photos from expired listing, before lease...

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
1 Story
Stories
1 story
Year built
1940
Lot size
6,463 sq ft (0.15 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2534137

Interior

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Wood Burning
Interior features
Dining Room, Fireplace
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Block
Lot features
Corner Lot, Paved
Topography
Level
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
2
Parking features
Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Inglewood/Inglemoor
Property tax
$8,863 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Oct 14, 2026
Days active
9
Price per sq ft
$407
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2005-08-18
Sold$275,000

Schools

School district: Northshore

Elementary
Moorlands Elem
Middle
Northshore Middle School
High
Inglemoor High School
SchoolDigger 5 stars · Top 6% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Windermere Real Estate/East

Listing agent: Buck Hoffman.

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Data last updated 2026-10-15.