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$3,785,000
41 Days On Site

4715 81st Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
5
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
4,440
SqFt
$852
/SqFt
1987
Built
Cumulative Days On Market:
42
Subdivision:
Westside
County:
King
Courtesy of NWMLS
Listing courtesy of Lori Holden Scott of John L. Scott, Inc.

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Some homes are built to impress. This one was built to endure. Thoughtfully designed by renowned architect Curtis Gelotte and expertly crafted by Bender Chaffey, this custom residence has been cherished by its original owners since the day it was completed and is now offered for sale for the first time. Perched high above Mercer Island's storied Forest Avenue, the home enjoys sweeping western views across Lake Washington to Seward Park, while a rare large, level yard and expansive entertaining decks create an effortless connection between home and landscape. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass invite natural light deep into the living spaces, changing with the seasons and the time of day. Every line, proportion, and material was carefully considered, creating a home that feels as timeless today as it did when it was first imagined. Formal and informal spaces unfold naturally, balancing grand entertaining with comfortable everyday living. There is a quiet confidence to this home. Nothing feels excessive, yet every detail reflects exceptional craftsmanship and thoughtful design. It is a home that rewards careful attention, revealing new details with every visit. Rarely does a residence of this caliber, designed by one of the Northwest's most respected architects and built by one of Mercer Island's premier builders, become available. More than a home, it is a legacy property, created with intention and ready for its next chapter.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$3,785,000
Days On Site 
41 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
4,440 sqft
Total Baths 
5
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.3719 Acres
Year Built 
1987
MLS® Number 
2574855
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$24,297
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a week agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
a month agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.3719
Attached Garage 
Yes
Garage 
Yes
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
Two
Parking 
Attached
Parking Spaces 
3
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security System
SqFt Total 
5140
Style 
Contemporary
Utilities 
Cable AvailableSewer Connected
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDouble OvenDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorTrash CompactorDisposalWasher
Basement 
Finished
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
GasWood BurningMaster Bedroom
Fireplaces 
4
Flooring 
Ceramic TileHardwoodCarpet
Heating 
Natural GasFireplace InsertForced Air
Interior 
Central VacuumWalk-In Closet(s)PantryVaulted Ceiling(s)Wet Bar
Main Level Bedrooms 
1
Window Features 
Skylight(s)
Bathroom Full 
Level - Main
Bathroom Half 
Level - Main
Bedroom 
Level - Lower
Den 
Level - Second
Dining Room 
Level - Main
Entry Hall 
Level - Main
Family Room 
Level - Main
Kitchen 
Level - Main
Living Room 
Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Level - Second
Rec Room 
Level - Lower
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Exterior Features
Exterior 
Garden
Lot Features 
LevelPaved
Patio And Porch 
DeckPatio
Roof 
Shake
View 
CityLakeMountain(s)
Waterview 
CityLakeMountain(s)
Windows/Doors 
Skylight(s)
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Therapeutic Whirlpool
MLS Area 
510 - Mercer Island
School District 
Mercer Island
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
Building Access 
Main
Schools
School District
Mercer Island
Elementary School
Island Park Elem
Middle School
Islander Mid
High School
Mercer Isl High
Courtesy of NWMLS
Listing courtesy of Lori Holden Scott of John L. Scott, Inc.



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Last checked: 2026-10-08 07:02 PM PDT

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