12827 SE 242nd Court · Kent, WA 98030
Source: NWMLS · John L. Scott, Inc. · Marti Reeder #NWM2578179
About this home
A RARE BACKYARD BONUS! A private gate connects the fully fenced backyard directly to Clark Lake Park—150 acres of scenic trails, open space & natural beauty. Along with a permanent greenbelt and evergreen backdrop, you'll enjoy quick access for recreation, fishing & dog walking! Tucked at the back of a cul-de-sac, this freshly-painted, stately brick beauty—one of the largest homes in the neighborhood—rests on an impressive 1/3+ acre lot. With four bedrooms upstairs, a main-floor bedroom or den and three bathrooms, there truly is room for everyone! Architectural detail abounds incl vaulted ceilings & skylights creating a bright, airy welcome in the entry, living room and main stairway. The refreshed kitchen features new quartz countertops, a new cooktop and double oven, garden window and walk-in pantry. Fresh paint in the common areas, refinished hardwoods, new living & dining room carpets add move-in-ready appeal. Every upstairs bedroom offers a walk-in closet, while the generous primary suite boasts two walk-in closets + a remodeled bath w/skylight and private toilet room. The primary ensuite was beautifully remodeled in 2018 and the upstairs main bath in 2025. Enjoy year-round comfort with A/C & gas heat. Outside, relax or entertain on the TimberTech deck w/Trex railing while enjoying the private, peaceful, park-like setting. Also featuring 2025 exterior paint, Cascade Mountain views, a custom garden shed, central vacuum, a new gas water heater and abundant attic storage!
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- Tri-Level
- Stories
- 3+ stories
- Year built
- 1992
- Lot size
- 15,610 sq ft (0.36 acres)
- County
- King
- MLS #
- NWM2578179
Interior
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air, Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Fireplace
- 1 · Gas
- Interior features
- Bath Off Primary, Built-In Vacuum, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Loft, Pantry, Security System, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Brick, Wood
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Lot features
- Adjacent to Public Land, Cul-De-Sac, Curbs, Paved
- Topography
- Level
- View
- Mountains, Territorial
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 7
- Garage
- Yes (attached)
- Covered spaces
- 3
- Parking features
- Attached Garage, Off Street
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Power
- Electric, Natural Gas
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- East Hill
- Property tax
- $9,379 (2026)
Transaction
- Listed on
- Sep 9, 2026
- Days on market
- 11
- Price per sq ft
- $303
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing
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Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2005-05-27
- Sold$455,000
Schools
School district: Kent
- Elementary
- Martin Sortun Elem
- Middle
- Meridian Jnr High
- High
- Kentwood High SchoolSchoolDigger 3 stars · Top 50% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: John L. Scott, Inc.
Listing agent: Marti Reeder.
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Data last updated 2026-09-11.