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Property Description
Beautifully updated Skyway rambler offering the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience! This move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features 1,290 sq ft of thoughtfully refreshed living space with modern finishes throughout. Bright and inviting interior showcases updated flooring, fresh paint, and an open living and dining layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Stylish kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living areas, while spacious bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, home office, or hobbies. Situated on a generous 7,800 sq ft lot with ample outdoor space for gardening, gatherings, or future possibilities. Conveniently located near freeways, shopping, dining, parks, and commuter routes for easy access to Seattle, Bellevue, and SeaTac. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or searching for the perfect starter home, this one checks all the boxes!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 12278 56th Pl S
General
- Price: $575,000
- Taxes: $5,801 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2526308
- Updated: 5/20/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Fireplace
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 3
Parking
- Uncovered Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street
Location
- Area: 360 - Skyway Area
- County: King
- Subdivision: Skyway
- Driving Directions: GPS friendly
- Direction Faces: West
School Information
- High School District: Renton
- Elementary School: Campbell Hill Elem
- Middle School: Dimmitt Mid
- High School: Renton Snr High
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Wood
- Basement Desc.: None
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Square Feet: 1,290
- Finished Total: 1,290 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1955
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1791
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,800
- Lot Size Source: KC Records
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,801
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 185000173
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Schools
Schools serving 12278 56th Pl S
School District:Renton School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Campbell Hill Elementary School 6418 South 124th Street, Seattle, WA 98178 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Dimmitt Middle School 12320 80th Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98178 | 6-8 | 1.5 mi |
Renton Senior High School 400 S 2nd St, Renton, WA 98055 | 9-12 | 2.5 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 12278 56th Pl S
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/20/2026
Listed
$575,000
208.72%
MLS
11/18/2002
Sold
$186,250
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 12278 56th Pl S
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$5,966
—
$485,000
-3%
2026
$5,966
13%
$499,000
8%
2024
$5,270
3%
$463,000
—
2022
$5,097
13%
$463,000
22%
2021
$4,520
—
$380,000
13%
2021
$4,520
1%
$336,000
1%
2020
$4,490
7%
$334,000
4%
2019
$4,191
19%
$320,000
39%
2018
$3,534
18%
$230,000
16%
2017
$2,997
3%
$198,000
9%
2016
$2,898
14%
$182,000
10%
2015
$2,540
8%
$165,000
20%
2014
$2,347
—
$137,000
—
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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12278 56th Place S, Seattle, WA 98178 (MLS# 2526308) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 12278 56th Place S is currently listed for $575,000 and was received on May 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 12278 56th Place S? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Seattle? You can browse all Seattle real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

