Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/25/2025
Listed
$549,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Charming rambler on just shy of half an acre lot near Redondo Beach! Fresh exterior paint and landscaping creates welcoming curb appeal. Hardwood floors, new interior paint and updated lighting throughout the main living area. The living room features a cozy wood stove with brick surround and opens to the dining room for open sight lines. The galley kitchen has a skylight for tons of natural lighting plus stainless steel appliances. Three bedrooms plus a half bath and a full bath with shower/tub combo complete the floor plan. The covered back patio looks over the huge backyard offering so much potential!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1361 S 279th St
General
- Price: $549,000
- Taxes: $4,810 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2457495
- Updated: 1/14/2026
- Added to Site: 53 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Skylight(s), Water Heater
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 3
Additional Information
- Amenities: Fenced-Partially, Outbuildings, Patio
- Security/Safety: Partially Fenced
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Attached Carport, Driveway, Off Street
Location
- Area: 120 - Des Moines/Redondo
- County: King
- Subdivision: Des Moines
- Driving Directions: Heading South on hwy 99 turn Right on S 279th st home will be on the left.
School Information
- High School District: Federal Way
- Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
- Middle School: Buyer To Verify
- High School: Buyer To Verify
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Wood Products
- Basement Desc.: None
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Flat
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 1,370
- Finished Total: 1,370 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1963
- Property Condition: Good
Lot Features
- Property View: Territorial
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4132
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 18,000
- Lot Size Source: Public record
- Topography: Level
- Lot Features: Paved
- Trees/Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,810
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, FHA, State Bond, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 7205400165
Listed by Melissa Burnham | Keller Williams Realty PS | (253) 835-4500 and Denny Elliott | KW Mountains to Sound Realty | (253) 220-8371
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Schools
Schools serving 1361 S 279th St
School District:Federal Way School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Woodmont Elementary School 26454 16th Avenue South, Des Moines, WA 98198 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Sacajawea Middle School, Federal Way, WA 1101 South Dash Point Road, Federal Way, WA 98003 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Federal Way Senior High School 30611 16th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1361 S 279th St
Tax History
Tax History for 1361 S 279th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,700
—
$436,000
3%
2024
$4,700
3%
$425,000
—
2022
$4,565
26%
$425,000
26%
2021
$3,630
—
$337,000
23%
2021
$3,630
4%
$274,000
3%
2020
$3,502
9%
$265,000
6%
2019
$3,206
-6%
$249,000
15%
2018
$3,402
10%
$216,000
11%
2017
$3,083
1%
$194,000
6%
2016
$3,048
10%
$183,000
7%
2015
$2,774
1%
$171,000
10%
2014
$2,754
—
$156,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1361 S 279th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198 (MLS# 2457495) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 1361 S 279th Street is currently listed for $549,000 and was received on November 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 1361 S 279th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Des Moines? You can browse all Des Moines real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.