Nestled in the highly desired Renton Highlands, this beautifully updated home sits on a private corner lot backing to a serene greenbelt, offering rare privacy in a quiet neighborhood near parks, transit, groceries, restaurants, and a private community park maintained by the HOA. Designed for modern living and entertaining, the brand-new $50K open-concept kitchen features quartz countertops, LVP flooring, stainless steel appliances, and a wine fridge. The spacious family room with gas fireplace flows to a freshly painted 500 sq ft multi-level entertainer’s deck with built-in speakers and hot tub. The main floor includes a dedicated office, formal dining area, and a newly added shower bath, ideal for guests. Upstairs offers 5 bedrooms, including a generous primary suite. Highlights include new flooring, brand-new carpet, fresh interior paint, new washer and dryer, and new A/C. Enjoy low-maintenance living with turf in the front yard, easy-care backyard, and abundant storage, including a large crawlspace and storage under the deck. The 2-car garage adds convenience. A true Renton Highlands gem!
Pending
Listed by: Roopa Group
Price cut: $49.1K (2/26)
$1,099,950
278 Vashon Place NE, Renton, WA 98059
5beds
2,380sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
5,353.52 Square Feet Lot
$1,083,300 Zestimate®
$462/sqft
$42/mo HOA
What's special
Easy-care backyardDedicated officeNew washer and dryerNewly added shower bathFresh interior paintHot tubPrivate corner lot
- 33 days |
- 1,436 |
- 42 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 13, 2026 at 03:57pm
Listed by:
Roopa Kannasani,
Roopa Group
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2479769
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Den office
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, High Tech Cabling
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,380
- Total interior livable area: 2,380 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, High Tech Cabling, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 5,353.52 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 7436700240
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Wood Siding, Wood Products, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 2012
Details
- Builder name: American Classic
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: CCRs, Park, Playground
- Subdivision: Highlands
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $42 monthly
Location
- Region: Renton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $462/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $975,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,975
- Date on market: 2/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 30 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$1,083,300
$1.03M - $1.14M
$3,984/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/10/2026 | Pending sale | $1,099,950$462/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2479769 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Price change | $1,099,950-4.3%$462/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2479769 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,149,000+26.3%$483/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2479769 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Listing removed | $4,499$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Price change | $4,499-4.3%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,699-2.1%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2025 | Listing removed | $4,799$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,799$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2021 | Sold | $910,000+12.3%$382/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1729035 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2021 | Pending sale | $810,000$340/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #1729035 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $810,000+58.7%$340/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #1729035 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2015 | Sold | $510,400-0.8%$214/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #758972 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2015 | Pending sale | $514,400$216/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #758972 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,975 +12.5% | $975,000 +18.2% |
| 2023 | $8,869 -7.4% | $825,000 -17.5% |
| 2022 | $9,581 +17.5% | $1,000,000 +36.8% |
| 2021 | $8,152 +9.1% | $731,000 +14.2% |
| 2020 | $7,470 +0% | $640,000 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $7,470 +3.1% | $639,000 -0.6% |
| 2018 | $7,247 +1.3% | $643,000 +17.6% |
| 2017 | $7,156 +29.9% | $547,000 +11.4% |
| 2016 | $5,508 | $491,000 +8.1% |
| 2015 | $5,508 | $454,000 +4.4% |
| 2014 | $5,508 | $435,000 +18.5% |
| 2013 | $5,508 | $367,000 +11.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $329,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$6,112/mo
Principal & interest
$5318
Property taxes
$752
HOA Fees
$42
More affordability tools
Climate risks
Neighborhood: South Union
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Honey Dew Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10McKnight Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 6/10Hazen Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hilltop Heritage Elementary
- Middle: Mcknight Mid
- High: Hazen Snr High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Local experts in 98059
- Washington
- King County
- Renton
- 98059
- South Union
- 278 Vashon Place NE
Nearby cities
Nearby neighborhoods
Nearby zip codes
Other Renton Topics
