$3,450,000

5 Beds 3 / 1 Full / Half Baths 4,910 SQFT 0.35 Acres
Type: Single Family

4889 Forest Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040

MLS#: 2587532
Presented by: COMPASS and NWMLS

Property Description

 

Coveted Westside Shared Waterfront! Enjoy the best of Mercer Island waterfront living with boat moorage, 100' of community beach, a new dock, boat lift, and beautifully refreshed beachfront grounds. Set in a sought-after mid-Island neighborhood, this updated home blends lake views, dramatic architecture, and exceptional spaces for gathering, entertaining, and everyday living. Soaring ceilings and walls of windows fill the open great room with natural light, flowing seamlessly to an expansive IPE deck overlooking the sport court and turf lawn. The gourmet kitchen anchors the home with high-end appliances and stylish updates, while a dedicated office, formal dining room, and lake-view living room provide space for every occasion. Upstairs, four bedrooms include a serene lake-view primary suite with a flexible bonus room, walk-in closets, and a luxurious 5-piece bath. A rooftop patio offers the perfect spot to unwind with sunset skies and sparkling water views. The lower level features a spacious rec room, wine cellar, and guest suite - ideal for hosting the crowd. Extensively updated with a new roof, windows, paint, automated blinds, A/C, and furnace. Oversized 3-car garage, storage shed, and bonus storage room. A rare opportunity to enjoy boating, beach days, and an exceptional Mercer Island lifestyle.


 

Interior Features

Bedrooms

Bedrooms Lower1
Bedrooms Upper4
Main Level Bedrooms0
Total Bedrooms5

Bathrooms

3/4 Baths1
Bathrooms3.25
Baths Full Garage0
Baths Full Lower0
Baths Full Main0
Baths Full Upper2
Baths Half Garage0
Baths Half Lower0
Baths Half Main1
Baths Half Upper0
Baths Three Quarter Garage0
Baths Three Quarter Lower1
Baths Three Quarter Main0
Baths Three Quarter Upper0
Half Baths1
Total Baths4

Other Interior Features

Air Conditioning Y/NYes
BasementDaylight, Finished
Fireplace FeaturesGas, Wood Burning
Fireplace Y/NYes
Fireplaces Main2
Fireplaces Upper1
FlooringCeramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate, Vinyl, Carpet
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesBath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Jetted Tub, Loft, Security System, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s
Power Production TypeNatural Gas
Total Fireplaces3

General

AppliancesDishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer
Assoc Fee Paid PerAnnually
Attached Garage Yes
Building Area Units0 sqft
Carport Y/NNo
CityMercer Island
Community FeaturesCCRs
CoolingCentral Air, Forced Air
CountyKing
DirectionsHeading South on West Mercer Way, right on 84th Ave SE. Right again on Forest Ave SE. Follow down toward water. Home is at the bottom of the road on the left.
Elementary SchoolBuyer To Verify
Entry LocationMain
Full Baths2
Garage Y/NYes
HOAYes
HOA Fee$2000
HeatingForced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified)
High SchoolMercer Isl High
High School DistrictMercer Island
Land Lease Y/NNo
LevelsMulti/Split
Listing TermsCash, Conventional
Living Area4,910 sqft
Lot Size Square Feet15,421 sqft
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area510 - Mercer Island
Middle/Junior High SchoolIslander Mid
NWM_ShowMapLinkY
New ConstructionNo
PossessionClosing
Property Style15 - Multi Level
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
Public RemarksCoveted Westside Shared Waterfront! Enjoy the best of Mercer Island waterfront living with boat moorage, 100' of community beach, a new dock, boat lift, and beautifully refreshed beachfront grounds. Set
RoofComposition
Security FeaturesPartially Fenced, Security System
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerSewer Connected
Special Listing ConditionsNone
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Structure TypeHouse
Subdivision NameWestside
Tax Annual Amount$24,938
Tax Year2025
TopographyLevel, Partial Slope, Terraces
ViewCity, Lake, Mountains, Territorial
Virtual TourClick here
Water CompanyCity of Mercer Island
Year Built1982

Exterior

Building Area Total4,910 sqft
Covered Spaces3
Exterior AmenitiesStone, Wood
Foundation DetailsPoured Concrete
InclusionsDishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer(s)
Irrigation Water Rights Y/NNo
Lot FeaturesDead End Street, Paved
Lot Size Acres0.354
Parking FeaturesAttached Garage
Site FeaturesAthletic Court, Cable TV, Deck, Dock, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Moorage, Outbuildings, Outdoor Fireplace, Patio, Rooftop Deck, Shop, Sprinkler System
Total Parking3
VegetationGarden Space, Wooded
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Schools 

High School Mercer Isl High
Middle School Islander Mid
Elementary School Buyer To Verify Elementary School

  

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