Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/17/2026
Listed
$7,800,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/40
$7,800,000 Just Listed
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/40
Property Description
This extraordinary Mercer Island waterfront residence stands as a testament to what's possible when visionary architecture meets meticulous craft. Originally built in 1916, the home has been completely reimagined - preserving the soul of a century-old landmark while delivering modern luxury for today's most discerning buyer. Set behind a private gate, the property commands 40 feet of Lake Washington bulkhead waterfront and sweeping water views. Four bedrooms, three luxurious baths plus a powder room, and open kitchen, living, and dining areas are finished with interiors curated down to the last detail. There's a rhythm to living on Mercer Island you don't fully understand until you've experienced it - the stillness of Lake Washington at first light, water against the dock before the world wakes, an evening boat ride as the sky turns pink. A stone paver patio with plunge pool and spa is perched above the lawn, alongside a classic boathouse that invites life on the lake from the moment you arrive. Launch at dawn or host at sunset - this is a rare stage for either. Mercer Island is connected by I-90 to Seattle and the Eastside yet genuinely removed from the pace of both - top-ranked schools, a walkable downtown, neighbors who know your name. Properties of this caliber - historic pedigree, true waterfront with boathouse - are not built anymore. They are restored, once, by people who care deeply. This is that home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6952 96th Ave SE
General
- Price: $7,800,000
- Taxes: $20,128 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2553346
- Updated: 7/17/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Sprinkler System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator, Wired for Generator
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Softwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Upper - 3/4 Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Lower: 2
Additional Information
- Amenities: Boat House, Cable TV, Deck, Dock, Electric Car Charging, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Irrigation, Moorage, Outbuildings, Patio, Sprinkler System
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In-Ground
- Spa: Yes
- Security/Safety: Partially Fenced, Security Gate
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Uncovered Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Driveway, Detached Garage
Location
- Area: 510 - Mercer Island
- County: King
- Subdivision: East Mercer
- Driving Directions: Island Crest Way south. Turn L on SE 68th. Turn L on East Mercer Way. Take first R on SE 69th. Turn R on 96th and follow to the end, then take L before last house. Park by garage or above near gate
- Direction Faces: West
School Information
- High School District: Mercer Island
- Elementary School: Lakeridge Elem
- Middle School: Islander Mid
- High School: Mercer Isl High
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Lake, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Wood
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Finished
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Shake
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 3,685
- Finished Total: 3,685 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1916
Lot Features
- Property View: Lake, Mountains
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2638
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,489
- Lot Size Source: KCR
- Topography: Level, Rolling, Terraces
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Dead End Street, Paved
- Trees/Vegetation: Garden Space
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $20,128
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 3024059014
Listed by Julie Bouscaren | Windermere Real Estate Midtown | (206) 527-5445 and Courtney Williams | Windermere RE Magnolia | (206) 284-8989
We Value Your Privacy
We Value Your Privacy
We Value Your Privacy
NMLS#: 1598647
Get Pre-Approved Today
Get a Great Insurance Rate
Schools
Schools serving 6952 96th Ave SE
School District:Mercer Island School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lakeridge Elementary School, Mercer Island, WA 8215 Southeast 78th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040 | K-5 | 1 mi |
Northwood Elementary School, Mercer Island, WA 4030 86th Avenue Southeast, Mercer Island, WA 98040 | K-5 | 2.4 mi |
Islander Middle School 8225 Southeast 72nd Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Mercer Island High School 9100 Southeast 42nd Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040 | 9-12 | 2.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 6952 96th Ave SE
Tax History
Tax History for 6952 96th Ave SE
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$25,355
26%
$3,891,000
27%
2024
$20,128
1%
$3,073,000
-5%
2024
$19,874
—
$3,228,000
—
2022
$19,803
16%
$3,228,000
34%
2021
$17,062
—
$2,413,000
13%
2021
$17,062
1%
$2,131,000
—
2020
$16,846
2%
$2,132,000
-3%
2019
$16,461
-10%
$2,190,000
4%
2018
$18,343
18%
$2,114,000
11%
2017
$15,491
7%
$1,903,000
10%
2016
$14,413
4%
$1,724,000
9%
2015
$13,885
19%
$1,587,000
24%
2014
$11,651
—
$1,275,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 6952 96th Ave SE
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 12 hours ago
- 5Beds
- 5Total Baths
- 4,210Sq. Ft.
Listed by Angie Manca | Compass and Debbie To-Chia Lin | Compass
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 2,330Sq. Ft.
Listed by Heidi Klansnic (425) 830-4199
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 5Beds
- 4Total Baths
- 4,043Sq. Ft.
Listed by Julia H. Krill | Windermere Real Estate/East and Mark A. Krill | Windermere Real Estate/East
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 17 hours ago
- 4Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 2,347Sq. Ft.
Listed by Mike McGoorty | Windermere R.E. Northeast, Inc
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 3 days ago
- 5Beds
- 5Total Baths
- 4,870Sq. Ft.
- Condo
- Active
- Updated 4 days ago
- 2Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,212Sq. Ft.
Listed by Vince M Grant | RE/MAX Elite and Cole Grant | RE/MAX Elite
![[Address not provided], Bellevue, WA 98007 - Photo 1](https://m1.cbhomes.com/p/277/2536696/3781a46140a04cd/s23cc.webp)
- Business
- Active
- Updated 22 hours ago
Listed by Li Jiang | Sea to Sky Realty and Tyler Li | Sea to Sky Realty
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 2,450Sq. Ft.
Listed by Mira Pawluskiewicz | RSVP Brokers ERA
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
- Single Family
- Closed
- 4Beds
- 6Total Baths
- 7,114Sq. Ft.
Listed by Eric Akines | Real Residential and Michele Schuler | Real Residential
Sold by Chris Medawar | Medawar Real Estate
Sold by Chris Medawar | Medawar Real Estate
- Single Family
- Closed
- 4Beds
- 4Total Baths
- 5,050Sq. Ft.
Listed by Lori Holden Scott | John L. Scott, Inc. and Connor Holden | John L. Scott, Inc.
Sold by Gerald Chew
Sold by Gerald Chew
- Single Family
- Closed
- 6Beds
- 7Total Baths
- 6,092Sq. Ft.
Listed by Karishma Kiri | Windermere Real Estate/East and Dhilip Gopalakrishnan | Windermere Real Estate/East
Sold by Vikas Singhal | Kelly Right RE of Seattle LLC
Sold by Vikas Singhal | Kelly Right RE of Seattle LLC
- Single Family
- Closed
- 4Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 3,880Sq. Ft.
Listed by Kelly A. Malloy | Windermere West Metro
Sold by Trenton C. Dykes | Fly Route LLC
Sold by Trenton C. Dykes | Fly Route LLC
6952 96th Avenue SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 (MLS# 2553346) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 6952 96th Avenue SE is currently listed for $7,800,000 and was received on July 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 6952 96th Avenue SE? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Mercer Island? You can browse all Mercer Island real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.