Fully-renovated & ready to enjoy, this treasure blends comfort, flexibility, & income or multi-generational living opportunities! Step inside to sunlit spacious living spaces with new engineer hardwoods in the whole house Enjoy a beautifully open concept floorplan. Spacious with island kitchen and brand new stainless steel appliances. The lower is private & offers 2 bed rooms, 1 full bath and mini kitchen perfect for extended living, guests, or rental income! Fresh interior/exterior paint. Huge back yard with spacious deck
- WA
- Des Moines
- 98198
- 1838 S 246th Place
- MLS# 2452790
- Date Listed11/05/2025
- Days on Realty 5 Days
- Bedrooms 5
- Bathrooms 3 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.18 acres (8,040 sq. ft)
- Subdivision Highline
- Property Type Single Family
- County King
- Year Built 1962
- Water Public
- Square Feet 2,330 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $364.38
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Cooling None
- Heating Electric, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Composition
- Lot Size Acres 0.18
- Lot Size SQFT 8,040.00
- Lot Features Level, Paved
Directions
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Financial Considerations
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Highline Public Schools Virtual Academy
Public • PK - 12 • Serves this home
3.87 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
9.25 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
11.39 mi
Distance
Highline Public Schools Virtual Academy
Public • PK - 12 • Serves this home
3.87 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
12.3 mi
Distance
Public • PK - PK
13.22 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
9.25 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 8
11.39 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
11.39 mi
Distance
Southwest Youth And Family Services
Public • 9 - 12
16.15 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27904 21st Avenue S | 4 | 3 | Oct 15, 2025 | $534,950 | Nov 10, 2025 | - |
| 21224 4th Avenue S | Listing | 3 | 3 | Nov 03, 2025 | $930,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $752,257 |
| 1322 S 235th Place | Listing | 4 | 3 | Sep 23, 2025 | $750,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $687,000 |
| 27114 30th Place S 26 | 4 | 3 | Oct 31, 2025 | $798,225 | Nov 10, 2025 | - |
| 26921 30th Place S 15 | 4 | 4 | Sep 29, 2025 | $855,950 | Nov 10, 2025 | - |
| 26821 30th Place S 5 | 4 | 4 | Oct 03, 2025 | $869,950 | Nov 10, 2025 | - |
| 27014 30th Place S 33 | 4 | 3 | Oct 10, 2025 | $819,303 | Nov 10, 2025 | - |
| 25125 Reith Road | 4 | 3 | Oct 29, 2025 | $550,000 | Nov 10, 2025 | - |
| 27105 30th Place S 21 | 5 | 4 | Oct 20, 2025 | $871,900 | Nov 10, 2025 | - |
| 800 S 249th Street | 3 | 4 | Oct 17, 2025 | $1,750,000 | Nov 10, 2025 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 39,535 | 34,026 | 2,288,466 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 5,054 | 5,234 | 1,082 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.4 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 40.3 | 41.5 | 40.8 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $73,317 | $75,089 | $102,088 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $37,281 | $39,333 | $57,363 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 98 | 97 | 99 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 34.6°F | 35.9°F | 35.92°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 77.4°F | 75.3°F | 75.16°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.59" | 37.07" | 37.28" | 38" |
28/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
29/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 25/100, Transit Score: 20/100, Bike Score: 36/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 1838 S 246th Place
Source: Realty.com
1838 S 246th Place, Des Moines, WA 98198 is a Single Family 2,330 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 18 photos available of this 5 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $849,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 18 photos of 1838 S 246th Place.
Our records indicate that 1838 S 246th Place was built in 1962.
The full address for this home is 1838 S 246th Place, Des Moines, WA 98198.
1838 S 246th Place has been listed on Realty.com since Wed November 05, 2025
Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 25/100, Transit Score: 20/100, Bike Score: 36/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 1838 S 246th Place. Highline Public Schools Virtual Academy (Grades: PK - 12), Glacier Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Evergreen High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Best Choice Realty Llc
(tel: 206-886-3986)
Listing agent:
Aaron-duc Nguyen
(tel: 206-886-3986)
(#48990)
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