11815 157th Avenue NE · Redmond, WA 98052
Source: NWMLS · Redfin · Loren D. Ellingson #NWM2550598
About this home
Tucked into the coveted Kensington neighborhood, this Burnstead-built NW Contemporary offers striking curb appeal and blends comfort, quality, and thoughtful design. A welcoming entry opens to an airy layout with soaring ceilings, refined millwork, custom built-ins throughout, and a timeless neutral palette. A separate office and library space provides a quiet, sophisticated sanctuary for remote work or reading. Extra-large windows invite in abundant natural light, enhancing the connection between indoor and outdoor living. The chef's kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living spaces, creating an ideal setting for daily life and gatherings. The thoughtful floor plan offers exceptional flexibility for multi-generational living — the main-level primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with privacy and ease, while the bright daylight basement features a private bedroom suite, dedicated media room, and separate living area. Generous bedrooms and walk-in closets provide flexible space throughout the home. Step outside to a true backyard haven featuring a putting green and meticulously maintained landscaping in both the front and back. Air conditioning and a whole-house generator add year-round comfort to this exceptional home.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- Stories
- 2 stories
- Year built
- 2005
- Lot size
- 8,558 sq ft (0.2 acres)
- County
- King
- MLS #
- NWM2550598
Interior
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Forced Air
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Fireplace
- 2 · Gas
- Interior features
- Fireplace, French Doors, Pantry, Skylight(s), Sprinkler System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Cement/Concrete
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 3
- Garage
- Yes (attached)
- Covered spaces
- 3
- Parking features
- Attached Garage
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Power
- Electric, Natural Gas
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Education Hill
- HOA dues
- $650/yr
- Property tax
- $14,408 (2025)
Transaction
- Original list price
- $2,275,000 (3.5% price cut)
- Listed on
- Jul 23, 2026
- Days on market
- 118
- Price per sq ft
- $522
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Possession
- Closing
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Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2019-06-07
- Sold$1,450,000
Schools
School district: Lake Washington
- Elementary
- Buyer To Verify
- Middle
- Buyer To Verify
- High
- Redmond High SchoolSchoolDigger 5 stars · Top 2% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: Redfin
Listing agent: Loren D. Ellingson.
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Data last updated 2026-08-14.