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$1,200,000List price
3 bed · 2.5 bath · 3,110 sq ft
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1226 NE Ballinger Place · Shoreline, WA 98155

Source: NWMLS · Windermere R.E. Shoreline · Jean M. Linhardt #NWM2541607

About this home

Where the Forest Becomes Home! Built from the ground up in 2012, this home was crafted with intention from day one. Retreat into privacy without leaving the city behind. Nestled on a deep, wooded lot, this custom-built Northwest home strikes a rare balance between serene seclusion and urban convenience, just minutes from light rail and freeway access. Vaulted ceilings with skylights fill the main living space w/ natural light, while picture windows frame lush greenery from every room. The expansive open floor plan is designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The kitchen features a skylight, island w/ second sink & storage, & stainless steel appliances. Rich hardwood floors, a fireplace with built-ins, & heated floors in the entry and all three bathrooms reflect a design that is both modern and warmly livable. Stone showers throughout, including a beautiful primary shower, & a powder room with pocket door add thoughtful finishing touches. Dedicated laundry room w/ washer and dryer included. Three bedrooms total, including two generously sized primary suites, each with a four-piece en suite and walk-in closet. The dining area opens to a deck overlooking the lush, private backyard. Downstairs, a dedicated media room with full kitchenette takes hosting to the next level. In-wall speakers inside/out, Lutron lighting WIFI-controlled system, hot tub hookup, generator hookup, and ADA-accessible features on the main level round out this exceptional home.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Stories
1 story
Condition
Updated/Remodeled
Year built
1985 (renovated 2012)
Lot size
19,416 sq ft (0.45 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2541607

Interior

Heating
Ductless, Recirculation Pump, Wall Furnace
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Hardwood, Travertine, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Wood Burning
Interior features
Second Primary Bedroom, Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Security System, Skylight(s), SMART Wired, Sprinkler System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator, Wired for Generator
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Block
Lot features
Adjacent to Public Land, Dead End Street, Paved
Topography
Partial Slope
View
Territorial
Waterfront
Yes

Parking

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

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Shoreline
Property tax
$9,513 (2026)

Transaction

Original list price
$1,299,000 (7.6% price cut)
Listed on
Jun 25, 2026
Days on market
86
Price per sq ft
$386
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional
Possession
Closing

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Schools

School district: Shoreline

Elementary
Buyer To Verify
Middle
Buyer To Verify
High
Shorecrest High School
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Listing provided courtesy of: Windermere R.E. Shoreline

Listing agent: Jean M. Linhardt.

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Data last updated 2026-08-11.