4715 81st Avenue SE · Mercer Island, WA 98040
Source: NWMLS · John L. Scott, Inc. · Lori Holden Scott #NWM2574855
About this home
Some homes are built to impress. This one was built to endure. Thoughtfully designed by renowned architect Curtis Gelotte and expertly crafted by Bender Chaffey, this custom residence has been cherished by its original owners since the day it was completed and is now offered for sale for the first time. Perched high above Mercer Island's storied Forest Avenue, the home enjoys sweeping western views across Lake Washington to Seward Park, while a rare large, level yard and expansive entertaining decks create an effortless connection between home and landscape. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass invite natural light deep into the living spaces, changing with the seasons and the time of day. Every line, proportion, and material was carefully considered, creating a home that feels as timeless today as it did when it was first imagined. Formal and informal spaces unfold naturally, balancing grand entertaining with comfortable everyday living. There is a quiet confidence to this home. Nothing feels excessive, yet every detail reflects exceptional craftsmanship and thoughtful design. It is a home that rewards careful attention, revealing new details with every visit. Rarely does a residence of this caliber, designed by one of the Northwest's most respected architects and built by one of Mercer Island's premier builders, become available. More than a home, it is a legacy property, created with intention and ready for its next chapter.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- Contemporary
- Stories
- 2 stories
- Condition
- Good
- Year built
- 1987
- Building area
- 5,140 sq ft
- Lot size
- 16,200 sq ft (0.37 acres)
- County
- King
- MLS #
- NWM2574855
Interior
- Heating
- Fireplace Insert, Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer
- Fireplace
- 4 · Gas, Wood Burning
- Interior features
- Bath Off Primary, Built-In Vacuum, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), French Doors, Jetted Tub, Pantry, Security System, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Wood
- Roof
- Shake
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Lot features
- Dead End Street, Paved
- Topography
- Level,Partial Slope
- View
- City, Lake, Mountains
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 3
- Garage
- Yes (attached)
- Covered spaces
- 3
- Parking features
- Attached Garage
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Power
- Natural Gas
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Westside
- Property tax
- $24,297 (2025)
Transaction
- Listed on
- Aug 28, 2026
- Days on market
- 23
- Price per sq ft
- $852
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Possession
- Closing
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Schools
School district: Mercer Island
- Elementary
- Island Park Elem
- Middle
- Islander Mid
- High
- Mercer Island High SchoolSchoolDigger 5 stars · Top 1% in WA
Listing provided courtesy of: John L. Scott, Inc.
Listing agent: Lori Holden Scott.
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Data last updated 2026-09-17.