16930 SE 252nd Place, Covington, WA 98042
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OFF MARKET
Listed by Jeremy Martini, John L. Scott R.E.Tacoma North . Bought with KW Greater Seattle

$487,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 840 sqft

16930 SE 252nd Place, Covington, WA 98042

Est. Refi. Payment $2,948/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 12, 2024 for $426,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$488K
Since last month
Decreased$6K (-1.3%)
Since last year
Increased$23K (+4.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$61K (+14.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +89% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$487K
July 2026$494K
June 2026$500K
May 2026$505K
April 2026$510K
March 2026$505K
February 2026$504K
January 2026$500K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
16925 SE 252nd Place, Kent, WA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$519,900
05/29/26
3
1
1,100
16964 SE 255th Place, Covington, WA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$285,000
12/08/25
3
1
1,190
25341 169th Avenue SE, Covington, WA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$580,000
05/19/26
3
2
1,340
16954 SE 255th Place, Covington, WA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$470,000
07/23/26
3
2
1,140
25103 170th Way SE, Kent, WA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$630,000
06/22/26
3
2
1,510
16613 SE 251st Street, Covington, WA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$557,500
06/04/26
3
2
1,390
24912 168th Place SE, Covington, WA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$617,000
05/11/26
3
2
1,250
25023 171st Avenue SE, Kent, WA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$680,000
05/15/26
3
2.5
1,780
25004 170th Way SE, Covington, WA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$655,000
06/05/26
4
2.5
1,910
25318 170th Place SE, Covington, WA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$675,000
10/17/25
4
3
2,020

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
16925 SE 252nd Place, Kent, WA 98042
0.03
$519,900
3
1
1,100
Recently Sold
25128 168th Place SE, Covington, WA 98042
0.05
$640,000
5
3.5
2,604
Recently Sold
25341 169th Avenue SE, Covington, WA 98042
0.07
$580,000
3
2
1,340
Recently Sold
17007 SE 251st Place, Covington, WA 98042
0.06
$580,000
3
3
1,870
Off Market
25318 170th Place SE, Covington, WA 98042
0.09
$653,700
4
3
2,020
Off Market
16724 SE 251st Place, Covington, WA 98042
0.11
$692,100
4
3
2,100
Off Market
17017 SE 251st Street, Kent, WA 98042
0.10
$615,500
Studio
-
2,200
Off Market
25103 170th Way SE, Kent, WA 98042
0.11
$630,000
3
2
1,510
Recently Sold
17016 SE 251st Street, Kent, WA 98042
0.11
$577,500
3
2.5
1,580
Off Market
17038 SE 251st Place, Covington, WA 98042
0.12
$737,700
4
3.5
2,260
Off Market
25377 169th Avenue SE, Covington, WA 98042
0.15
$433,200
2
1
770
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 16930 SE 252nd Place.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1970
840 sqft
$580/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

Welcome Home to this cozy 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom rambler located in a convenient, quiet Covington neighborhood ~ Home features bamboo flooring, marble countertops, vinyl windows, tankless water heater, and a warm gas fireplace ~ Ample kitchen space, separate laundry room, and attached garage ~ large backyard with lots of potential to make your own! Close to trails, parks, highway 18, and all your amenities for shopping, dining, entertainment, schools and more ~ The home has been pre-inspected and is ready for new owners ~ Enjoy!
16930 SE 252nd Place, Covington, WA 98042 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 840 sqft single-family home built in 1970. It last sold for the $424,995 asking price on Jan 12, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $487,600, with a rent estimate of $2,527/month.

Home Details for 16930 SE 252nd Place

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom Full, Dining Room, Entry Hall, Family Room, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 840 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher_, Dryer, Microwave_, Refrigerator_, StoveRange_, Washer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveRange, Water Heater: TanklessDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Fireplace,Wall Unit(s),Electric,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Fireplace
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas, Main Level: 1, FireplaceHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: French DoorsFlooring: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: MainFloors: Bamboo Cork, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
View
Has a ViewView: Territorial

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, French Doors, Fireplace, Water HeaterVegetation: Garden SpaceFoundation: Poured Concrete
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageNo Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Driveway,Attached Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Sewer Connected
Farm & Range
Does Not Include Irrigation Water Rights
Surface & Elevation
Topography: LevelElevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 929

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1970
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: 1 Story
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Products
Property Information
Included in Sale: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveRange, WasherParcel Number: 1865810380

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $424,995
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jan 12 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: CovingtonCommunity: Covington
School Information
Elementary School: Crestwood ElemJr High / Middle School: Mattson MiddleHigh School: Kentwood HighHigh School District: Kent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 840 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6538.356 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional, Rehab Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 2182206Offer Review Date: Wed Dec 06 2023Offer Review: Seller will review offers on Offer Review Date (or sooner)Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, MLS Keybox

Additional Information

Internet Entire Listing Display YN C

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 12, 2024
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2182206
Sold
$426,000
Dec 6, 2023
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2182206
Pending
$424,995
Nov 29, 2023
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2182206
Listed For Sale
$424,995
Jan 21, 2011
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #111756
Sold
$160,500
Dec 12, 2010
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$250,000
Price increased by 40%

Market trends in Covington

Last updated August 2026
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Covington

At least 119 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say it's quiet

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "Great diverse community with all 3 schools in walking distance. Trails, parks, community sports, public pool and several coffee options. "
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  • Adabistanhonar
    "I use my own car to commute everyday and the neighborhood is quiet with nice people around us. I will recommend people with kids to come to Covington and live there since it is a good place to raise kids in such an awesome place."
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  • Ageorgeejackson
    "Need more activities in our area that would be nice and more markets for more fresh vegetables and more restaurants "
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  • Crystal
    "Lots of young families with kids playing outside. Kid friendly, safe. Kind neighbors. Quiet. No homeless people. "
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  • Mexifry2011
    "Most dog owners keep their pets quiet and not incessantly barking. This shows respect for fellow neighbors. "
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  • Plabshipley
    "I have a short commute. Traffic on Kent Kangley backs up too much especially on weekends. It needs to be widened and stoplights added. "
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  • Mexifry2011
    "There are none we participate in. Older residents are not viewed as friendly. This has become a younger buyers with kids neighborhood. Moving soon to larger lot and no close by neighbors. "
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  • Jesus B.
    "Friendly neighborhood, everyone seems to be a dog owner/lover plus side walks are well maintained so there isn’t much of a problem taking them for a walk. There is also a few parks near by where you could take them to "
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  • Chris K.
    "Parks nearby to walk dogs at. Lots of pet owners in the neighborhood. There is a fair amount of dogs that will get out of their yards. "
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  • Sarah R.
    "Fairly easy if hwy 18 is your main commute route. There are plenty of backroads which I prefer to use other wise going through towns is a longer commute."
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  • Jesus B.
    "it's a great place for kids to play outside the neighbors are all very friendly and always watch out for one another. "
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  • Joshualasharr
    "Close to north/south access, with good grocery stores, new restaurants coming in, and diverse community. "
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  • Vince V. .
    "I love Covington. I live here for 3 years. I’m fortunate to have good friendly neighbors. Convenient location for shopping and restaurants. Close to highway access."
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  • Sarah R.
    "The new community park is literally 2 blocks away and is a great big park. Very community focused, also has the field that the local kids soccer teams play at."
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  • Beckham
    "My neighborhood is off wax road and I walk to the Walmart and McDonald’s and the shopping part often which it’s only like a mile walk. I love living here because it’s a really nice place. I have a huge back yard and there’s a park on the other side of the fence. "
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  • Ayalewwowlela
    "There are a lot of families around here in their parking lot to chill who is family in which I like it in there is a school as well as people that I know "
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  • Alejandra C.
    "I live here and neighbors are really friendly and don’t have any problems also schools are great and I’m not afraid that my kids go out side "
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  • Jonathon K.
    "Many families in the area with a brand new elementary school and church. Great places to walk and dog friendly."
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  • Jeannine E. H.
    "I do not commute. I work from home. however I live 5 minutes away from shopping. on weekends it just take a few more minutes due to living next to hwy 516 "
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  • Jesse V.
    "Neighborhoods are fine just heavy downtown during rush hour like any other town. I use the side roads mostly to get around. I avoid Kent Kangley as much as possible."
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  • Evansteenwyk
    "Friendly and clean. Neighbors look out for each other. Front yards are held to specific standards. Close to lots of stores and restaurants!"
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  • Genie M.
    "I love living here. My kids walked to school all through their 12 years. Plus they could walk to their friends houses. The high school has great play productions every year. There are some awesome churches nearby, Solid Rock community church meets right at the high school."
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  • thee1c3berg
    "I live in Timberline. there are loads of great stuff here. Walking trails, community center with a pool. Lots of community events. Close to hwy 18. We are close to some great restaurants, and stores. Traffic is ok once you learn the back roads, and there is plenty of them. Traffic is only bad through Covington during rush hour."
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Frequently asked questions about 16930 SE 252nd Place

  • What is 16930 SE 252nd Place estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 16930 SE 252nd Place in Covington, WA is $487,600.
  • What is the price history for 16930 SE 252nd Place?
    16930 SE 252nd Place in Covington, WA last sold for $426,000 in January 2024.
  • Is Covington a buyer's or seller's market?
    Covington is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Covington?
    Residents describe Covington, WA as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Covington, WA.
  • Does 16930 SE 252nd Place have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 16930 SE 252nd Place in Covington, WA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 16930 SE 252nd Place?
    The lot at 16930 SE 252nd Place in Covington, WA is about 0.15 acres (6,540 sq ft).

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