Rockhood
$475,000List price
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,230 sq ft
Pending

29844 188th Avenue SE · Kent, WA 98042

Source: NWMLS · Keller Williams Rty Tacoma · Zach Entwistle #NWM2580416

About this home

Discover space, charm, and endless possibilities on this pre-inspected 3-bedroom, 2-bath corner-lot home set on approximately 2/3 acre! A gardener’s paradise awaits with mature fruit trees, including kiwi and figs, plus raised garden beds, a greenhouse, and chicken coop. Inside, enjoy soaring ceilings, a spacious kitchen, and the peace of mind of a brand new roof. The 2-car garage offers extra room for a shop, while the covered back patio and outbuildings add versatility for entertaining, hobbies, and storage. Just minutes from Covington amenities, Costco, schools, shopping, and Hwy 18. Come see all this property has to offer!

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
1 Story
Stories
1 story
Year built
1981
Lot size
13,500 sq ft (0.31 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2580416

Interior

Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
None
Flooring
Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Wood Burning
Interior features
Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood, Wood Products
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Corner Lot, Paved
Topography
Level
View
Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
4
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Septic Tank
Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Kent
Property tax
$2,416 (2026)

Transaction

Original list price
$500,000 (5% price cut)
Listed on
Sep 10, 2026
Days on market
7
Price per sq ft
$386
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Schools

School district: Kent

Elementary
Sawyer Woods Elem
Middle
Cedar Heights Jnr Hi
High
Kentlake High School
SchoolDigger 2 stars · Top 63% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Keller Williams Rty Tacoma

Listing agent: Zach Entwistle.

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Data last updated 2026-09-17.