BOUGHT WITH REDFIN FEB 3, 2023

Listed by Megan Kovac • Coldwell Banker Danforth. Bought with Redfin.

Off market feb 2023 for $510K

$581,471

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,000/mo

•

1,290

sq ft

2139 S 229th St, Des Moines, WA 98198

About this home

Priced to sell! Beautifully updated one-story home on oversized level lot! This spacious property has everything you need; Including 2-car garage, a large tuff shed wired with 240v electrical, a garden shed, & ample paved parking for your RV & boat! Lovingly maintained rambler boast a remodeled kitchen w/new appliances, large dining room, Cozy family room w/fireplace, & large living room with newly refinished Hardwoods. Primary bedroom w/bath, 2 additional beds, & Full size guest bath. Home sits on a quiet street in one of Des Moines best neighborhoods. 1 block from updated Elementary, Middle, & High schools. Minutes to Waterfront, Shopping, Parks & New LightRail station. Port package windows & insulation! Don't miss this! Virtually staged

Single-familyProperty Type

1965Year Built

10,450 sq ftLot Size

$451Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Buyer's agent

Megan Pardi Redfin

Listed by Megan Kovac • Coldwell Banker Danforth

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2026224

Redfin Estimate

$581,471

$71K since sold in February 2023$10K since October

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Estimate history

This home's estimate is 7.3% higher than the average sale price ($542K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$545,000
A
3 beds2 baths2,210 sq ft
23031 19th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198
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SOLD APR 17, 2026
$537,500
B
3 beds2 baths1,830 sq ft
22606 26th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198
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SOLD APR 17, 2026
$570,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,470 sq ft
22630 24th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198
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SOLD OCT 8, 2026
$529,950
D
3 beds2 baths1,190 sq ft
24855 16TH Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198
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SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$455,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,500 sq ft
23450 27th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198
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SOLD BY REDFIN JUN 15, 2026
$615,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,498 sq ft
23449 28th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198
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Market trends in 98198, WA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

98.9%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$560K

$40K MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

13 days MoM

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$499,950
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Sale history for 2139 S 229th St

Date

Event

Price

Feb 3, 2023

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2026224

$510,000

$395/sq ft

Jan 19, 2023

Pending

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2026224

—

Jan 10, 2023

Listed (Active)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #2026224

$499,950

$388/sq ft

Jul 21, 2000

Sold (MLS)

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #20050178

$168,000

$130/sq ft

Apr 25, 2000

Listed

NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #20050178

$177,000

$137/sq ft

Aug 23, 1989

Sold

Public Records

$72,950

$57/sq ft

Aug 19, 1980

Sold

Public Records

$66,000

$51/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,061 (+20.3%)

$310,000 + $255,000

$565,000

2025

$5,871 (+6.5%)

$310,000 + $255,000

$565,000

2024

$5,512 (+1.8%)

$177,000 + $314,000

$491,000

2023

$5,416 (+414.8%)

$160,000 + $281,000

$441,000

2022

$1,052 (−11.3%)

$154,000 + $325,000

$479,000

2021

$1,186 (−73.4%)

$126,000 + $257,000

$383,000

2020

$4,458 (+21.2%)

$110,000 + $225,000

$335,000

2019

$3,677 (−5.2%)

$93,000 + $190,000

$283,000

2018

$3,880 (+21.2%)

$93,000 + $190,000

$283,000

2017

$3,201 (+10.9%)

$89,000 + $167,000

$256,000

2016

$2,886 (+6.3%)

$81,000 + $130,000

$211,000

2015

$2,715 (+20.3%)

$75,000 + $118,000

$193,000

2014

$2,256 (−23.2%)

$71,000 + $109,000

$180,000

2013

$2,937 (+0.7%)

$65,000 + $75,000

$140,000

2012

$2,918 (−1.2%)

$79,000 + $107,000

$186,000

2011

$2,953 (−0.1%)

$95,000 + $124,000

$219,000

2010

$2,957 (−2.5%)

$95,000 + $132,000

$227,000

2009

$3,033

$78,000 + $183,000

$261,000

Tax history for 2139 S 229th St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,061 (+20.3%)

$310,000 + $255,000

$565,000

2025

$5,871 (+6.5%)

$310,000 + $255,000

$565,000

2024

$5,512 (+1.8%)

$177,000 + $314,000

$491,000

2023

$5,416 (+414.8%)

$160,000 + $281,000

$441,000

2022

$1,052 (−11.3%)

$154,000 + $325,000

$479,000

2021

$1,186 (−73.4%)

$126,000 + $257,000

$383,000

2020

$4,458 (+21.2%)

$110,000 + $225,000

$335,000

2019

$3,677 (−5.2%)

$93,000 + $190,000

$283,000

2018

$3,880 (+21.2%)

$93,000 + $190,000

$283,000

2017

$3,201 (+10.9%)

$89,000 + $167,000

$256,000

2016

$2,886 (+6.3%)

$81,000 + $130,000

$211,000

2015

$2,715 (+20.3%)

$75,000 + $118,000

$193,000

2014

$2,256 (−23.2%)

$71,000 + $109,000

$180,000

2013

$2,937 (+0.7%)

$65,000 + $75,000

$140,000

2012

$2,918 (−1.2%)

$79,000 + $107,000

$186,000

2011

$2,953 (−0.1%)

$95,000 + $124,000

$219,000

2010

$2,957 (−2.5%)

$95,000 + $132,000

$227,000

2009

$3,033

$78,000 + $183,000

$261,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,450 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,290

Year built

1965

Style

Single Family Residential

County

King County

APN

679060 0350

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 5, 2026.

RS-8400

Single Family 8400 Residential Zone

The principal objective and purpose to be served by this zone and its application is to create a living environment of the highest standards for single-family dwellings. Other related uses contributing directly to a complete living environment are considered compatible and therefore also permitted. A further related consideration is to make it possible to more efficiently and economically design, install, and maintain all physical public service facilities in terms of size and capacity to adequately and permanently meet needs resulting from a defined intensity of land use.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Library
Cemetery
Planned unit development (pud)

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: RV Parking, Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
Bedrooms Possible: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Main): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Garage

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 1

Interior Features
Interior Features: Forced Air, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Appliances Included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,StoveRange,Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Information: Built On Lot
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood

Property Information
Energy Source: Natural Gas
Sq. Ft. Finished: 1,290
Style Code: 10 - 1 Story
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space

Lot Information
MLS Lot Size Source: Realist
Site Features: Cable TV,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,RV Parking,Shop
Zoning Jurisdiction: County
Lot Features: Curbs, Open Space, Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.2399
Lot Size Dimensions: 110 x 95
Elevation Units: Feet

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,052
Tax Year: 2022

Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: Highline Water District
Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
Sewer: Sewer Connected
Sewer Company: Midway Sewer District
Water Heater Location: Garage
Water Heater Type: Gas
Cable Connected: Comcast
Internet Connected: Comcast (Xfinity)

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished

School Information
Elementary School: Midway Intermed
Middle Or Junior High School: Pacific Mid
High School: Aviation High
High School District: Highline

Location Information
Bus Line Nearby: true
Directions: From Pacific Hwy S. Turn West toward Kent Des Moines Rd. Turn right (or North) onto 24th Ave S. Turn left (West) on S 227th Pl. Turn left (South) to 23rd Pl S then right (West) on 229th. House on Left
Topography: Level,PartialSlope

Community Information
Senior Exemption: true

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,290
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,450 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: —
County: King County
APN: 679060 0350

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 5, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Mls Status: Sold

Listing Date Information
Offers Review Date: Tuesday, January 17, 2023
On Market Date: Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Green Information
Direction Faces: North
Power Production Type: Natural Gas

Home Information
Living Area: 1,290
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Calculated Square Footage: 1290
MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
Building Area Total: 1290
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main

Around this home

Schools

Midway Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

3/10

Pacific Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi

5/10

Mount Rainier High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 88° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

7/10 Air Factor

9 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Des Moines, WA • 98198

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in June and 1.7 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

8.9 hrs

1.7 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$553,000 – $669,000

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