Listed by Michael Nix • Keller Williams Rlty Bellevue. Bought with Windermere RE Greenwood.
Off Market Dec 2025 for $8M
$9,134,996
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$50,510/mo
6
bd
•
7 ba
•
9,640
sq ft
5044 Butterworth Rd, Mercer Island, WA 98040
About this home
Iconic Mercer Island Waterfront! Set on 89’ of low-bank Lake Washington shoreline, along the coveted Butterworth Rd, this partially renovated home presents a rare framework to create a signature waterfront masterpiece. Private 95’ seaplane capable dock, 54’ indoor lap pool, and a grand atrium. Embrace East-facing exposure with panoramic water, sunrise and moonrise views. Existing updates provide a head start to utilize this canvas to bring your vision to fruition. Implement your creativity while enjoying seamless indoor & outdoor living with timeless lake views. Premier location with top-tier schools, parks, and the best of the PNW. A rare chance to shape a custom waterfront estate in one of Mercer Island’s most desired enclaves.
Single-familyProperty Type
1983Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$948Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Michael Nix• Keller Williams Rlty Bellevue
Listed by Scott Nicholson• Keller Williams Rlty Bellevue
Bought with Michelle Markwood• Windermere RE Greenwood
*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
6
Baths
7
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
2026
Sq. Ft.
9,640
Year built
1983
Style
Single Family Residential
County
King County
APN
192405 9029
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 5, 2026.
R-15
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of the residential chapter is to identify land uses and to establish development standards that are appropriate within the residential zoning designations. The development standards provide a framework for a site to be developed consistent with the policy direction of the adopted Mercer Island Comprehensive Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Garage Square Feet: 1,220
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 6
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
# of Beds Lower: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 4
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 4
# of Full Baths (Main): 3
# of Full Baths (Lower): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1
# of Half Baths (Lower): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Lower): 2
# of Bathtubs: 4
# of Showers: 6
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: Lower
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Lower
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Kitchen Without Eating Space
Room Level: Lower
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Main
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Rec Room
Room Level: Lower
Room 12 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Main
Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main
Room 14 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main
Room 15 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main
Room 16 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Lower
Room 17 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Lower
Room 18 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room Level: Lower
Room 19 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Lower
Room 20 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: Roughed In
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Electric, Wood Burning
# of Fireplaces Main: 1
# of Fireplaces Lower: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central A/C, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Fireplace, Indoor Pool, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
Site Features: Deck,Dock,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Moorage,Patio,Sprinkler System
Zoning Jurisdiction: City
Lot Features: Dead End Street, Paved
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.3
Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $49,896
Tax Year: 2025
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash Out
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Water Company: Mercer Island
Power Company: PSE
Sewer: Sewer Connected
Sewer Company: Mercer Island
Water Heater Location: Downstairs
Water Heater Type: Gas
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
Middle Or Junior High School: Islander Mid
High School: Mercer Isl High
High School District: Mercer Island
Location Information
Directions: Island Crest Way S to SE 53rd Pl. East to E Mercer Way. Cross East Mercer Way to Butterworth Rd (slight left jog). Follow straight down to waterfront, curve left. Home will be on right.
Topography: Level
Community Information
Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 9,640
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: 2026
County: King County
APN: 192405 9029
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 5, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Buyer Brokerage Compensation: 2
Buyer Brokerage Compensation Type: %
Mls Status: Sold
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: Monday, September 29, 2025
Green Information
Direction Faces: West
Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
Home Information
Living Area: 9,640
Calculated Square Footage: 9640
MLS Square Footage Source: King County Records
Building Area Total: 9640
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Year Built Effective: 2009
Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
Structure Type: House
Levels: One
Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Island Park Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Islander Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
9/10
Mercer Island High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 87° 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
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Mercer Island, WA • 98040
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 1.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.8 hrs
1.7 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$8.68M – $10.51M
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