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$783,741$278 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $800,000 on Jul 27, 2022

17515 SE 252ND PL

COVINGTON, WA 98042
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,820 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$784K
$762K low$805K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$800,000 · Jul 27, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,607 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$693,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$302,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$391,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$667,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$693,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyKING
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 170 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Crestwood Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Mattson Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Kentwood High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Kent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98042These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.49
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.246

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.50,149
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,703 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$121,809
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$149,625
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

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How this home compares

17515 Se 252nd Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 72% of homes in Meridian Heights
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in King County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Kent 98042
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Kent 98042
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Meridian Heights

What homes are worth in Kent 98042

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$406K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Kent 98042.

How it measures up in Kent 98042

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kent 98042.

Estimated value$783,741
CheaperTypical $694,638Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$278
CheaperTypical $351Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area2,820 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,020 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 17515 Se 252nd Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeridian HeightsKent 98042King County
Estimated valuepricier than$783,74172% of homes68% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2789% of homes10% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,820 ft²82% of homes83% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac9% of homes8% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than202298% of homes98% of homes98% of homes

About 17515 Se 252nd Pl

How much is 17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA is $783,741 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $762,343 to $805,139. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA last sell?

17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA last sold on Jul 27, 2022 for $800,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA?

17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,820 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA built?

17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA was built in 2022, making it 4 years old.

What schools serve 17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA?

17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA is assigned to Crestwood Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Mattson Middle School (middle), rated C+; Kentwood High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Kent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA compare to other homes in Kent 98042?

Among the 16,045 homes in Kent 98042, it is worth more than 68% of them ($783,741 against a typical $694,638), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($278 against a typical $351), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,820 ft² against a typical 2,020 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2022 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 45% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 17515 Se 252nd Pl, Covington, WA was $7,607. The county assessed it at $693,000.

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