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3853 81st Avenue SE Mercer Island, WA $ 2,150,000
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3853 81st Avenue SE

Mercer Island, WA, 98040
$ 2,150,000
Bedrooms3 Baths2.0 Sq 3,242

Monthly Estimate*

$ 13,575

Listed by Windermere RE North, Inc.
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Single Family Home for sale in Mercer Island, WA

for $2,150,000 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 3,242 square foot home was built in 1965 on a lot size of 0.2673.

Renowned Pacific NW Architect Reid A. Morgan’s own home, lovingly built in 1965 offered for sale for the first time. The design of this home launched Morgan’s esteemed, storied career. Originally thought of as Pacific Northwest Contemporary, his design aesthetic is now broadly considered Mid-Century Modern. As a 10-time AIA Award winning architect, this home as well as three other Mercer Island home designs earned the AIA Seattle Times Home of the Month award, one of which was featured in House Beautiful Magazine. Many beloved Mercer Island homes bear the same architectural namesake. Let the thoughtfully designed, vaulted covered walkway and private patio welcome you to its secluded inner sanctum of spacious comfort, unmistakable quality, & timeless design. Period details include exposed wood beams, commanding fireplaces, clean visual lines, and an effortless indoor-outdoor flow. One-level living if desired, with all bedrooms, laundry, and expansive deck on the main floor, plus additional family room with a fireplace + rec room/den on the lower level. Enjoy peace of mind with a recently replaced roof, carpet, kitchen appliances, interior/exterior paint, & well-maintained systems. This home is ready for the next generation of homeowner. Highly desired North End setting just steps from Homestead Field and Tennis Courts, close to town & light rail station. Convenient to both Bellevue & Seattle commuting. Top-ranked Mercer Island schools, with elementary school just blocks away.

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Open House

6/26/2026 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
6/27/2026 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
6/28/2026 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
3853 81st Avenue SE Mercer Island, WA
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
Single Family Active

Price

$ 2,150,000

Bedrooms

3

Full Bath

2

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 12,334

Style

Mid-Century Modern

Lot Size

0.2673

Year Built

1965

Town/City

Mercer Island

County/Region

King

MLS | Web ID

2544219
Features
General
Living Area 3242
Sewer Sewer Connected
Heating Forced Air High Efficiency (Unspecified)
Cooling None
Possession Closing
Roof Composition
Appliances Dishwasher Disposal Double Oven Dryer Refrigerator Stove(s)/Range(s) Washer
HOA Fee 0
Architectural Style Mid-Century Modern
Security Features Fully Fenced Security Gate
Year Built 1965
View Territorial
Topography Level Partial Slope
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2026
County King
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Attached Garage N
Subdivision Name North End
Facing Direction East
Garage Y/N Y
Full Baths 1
Special Listing Conditions None
Status Active
Directions GPS works well. Keybox is at front door. To access come through outer gate and proceed under covered walkway to entrance. Thank you for showing!
High School Mercer Isl High
City Mercer Island
Entry Location Main
Senior Community Y/N N
High School District Mercer Island
MLS Area 510 - Mercer Island
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 11645
Carport Y/N N
Listing Terms Cash Conventional
Elementary School West Mercer Elem
Land Lease Y/N N
Tax Annual Amount 12334
Middle/Junior High School Islander Mid
Public Remarks Renowned Pacific NW Architect Reid A. Morgans own home lovingly built in 1965 offered for sale for the first time. The design of this home launched Morgans esteemed storied career. Originally thought
Structure Type House
Building Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Water Company City of Mercer Island
Property Style 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
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Interior
Interior Amenities Bath Off Primary Dbl Pane/Storm Window Dining Room Fireplace Skylight(s) Vaulted Ceiling(s) Water Heater
Basement Daylight Finished
Flooring Ceramic Tile Hardwood Laminate Marble Vinyl Carpet
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Wood Burning
Air Conditioning Y/N N
Heating Y/N Y
Fireplace Y/N Y
Half Baths 0
3/4 Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 3
Main Level Bedrooms 3
Total Baths 2
Water Heater Type Gas
Water Heater Location Lower Level Utility Room
Fireplaces Main 1
Fireplaces Lower 1
Power Production Type Natural Gas
Baths Three Quarter Garage 0
Baths Three Quarter Lower 0
Baths Three Quarter Main 1
Baths Three Quarter Upper 0
Bedrooms Lower 0
Bedrooms Upper 0
Baths Half Upper 0
Baths Half Main 0
Baths Half Lower 0
Baths Half Garage 0
Baths Full Upper 0
Baths Full Main 1
Baths Full Lower 0
Baths Full Garage 0
Bathrooms 1.75
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Exterior
Exterior Amenities Wood
Vegetation Garden Space
Parking Features Driveway Detached Garage
Lot Features Paved
Water Source Public
Total Parking 2
Inclusions Dishwasher(s) Double Oven Dryer(s) Garbage Disposal Refrigerator(s) Stove(s)/Range(s) Washer(s)
Foundation Details Poured Concrete Slab
Building Area Total 3574
Lot Size Acres 0.2673
Waterfront Y/N N
Covered Spaces 2
Irrigation Water Rights Y/N N
Site Features Deck Fenced-Fully Gas Available Gated Entry High Speed Internet Patio Sprinkler System
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Internal Only
OriginalMLSID NWM2544219
Street Number 1 3853
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* Excluded Features
List By
Michelle Van Tassell

Listing Agent

Windermere Re North, Inc.

Broker

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Monthly Principal & Interest
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Nearby
257023 Elementary School
1853914 Middle School
Mercer Isl High High School
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Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
6/25/2026$2,150,000 Listed Price

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3853 81st Avenue SE, Mercer Island, WA, 98040 is a Single Family Home for sale at $2,150,000 with 3,242 sqft and a lot size of 0.2673. 3853 81st Avenue SE has 3 bedrooms, 2.0 baths, and was built in 1965. The property's zip code is 98040 which is in Mercer Island, WA

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