3853 81st Avenue Se, Mercer Island, WA 98040

Mercer Island
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate McKenzie Realty
Listed by: michelle van tassell, katrina swanson
Office: windermere re north, inc.
MLS#:2544219
Source:NWMLS
3853 81st Avenue Se,Mercer Island, WA 98040
$2,150,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 3,574 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Upcoming open houses
  • Sat, Jun 27
    01:00 pm - 03:00 pm
  • Sun, Jun 28
    01:00 pm - 03:00 pm

Price summary

  • Price:$2,150,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$601.57

About this home

Renowned Pacific NW Architect Reid A. Morgan’s own home, lovingly built in 1965 offered for sale for the first time. The design of this home launched Morgan’s esteemed, storied career. Originally thought of as Pacific Northwest Contemporary, his design aesthetic is now broadly considered Mid-Century Modern. As a 10-time AIA Award winning architect, this home as well as three other Mercer Island home designs earned the AIA Seattle Times Home of the Month award, one of which was featured in House Beautiful Magazine. Many beloved Mercer Island homes bear the same architectural namesake. Let the thoughtfully designed, vaulted covered walkway and private patio welcome you to its secluded inner sanctum of spacious comfort, unmistakable quality, & timeless design. Period details include exposed wood beams, commanding fireplaces, clean visual lines, and an effortless indoor-outdoor flow. One-level living if desired, with all bedrooms, laundry, and expansive deck on the main floor, plus...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1965
  • Listing ID #:2544219
  • Updated:June 27, 2026 at 11:08 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Flooring:Carpet, Ceramic Tile Floor, Hardwood, Laminate, Marble, Vinyl Floor
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Refrigerator
  • Bedroom Description:Main Level Bedrooms : 3
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Daylight, Finished
  • Living area:3,574 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified)

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1965
  • Building area:3,574 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.27 Acres
  • Lot Features:Paved
  • Construction Materials:Wood Exterior Finish
  • Exterior Features:Deck, Fenced-Fully, Patio, Sprinkler System
  • Foundation Description:Daylight, Finished
  • Levels:1 Story

Schools

  • High school:Mercer Isl High
  • Middle school:Islander Mid
  • Elementary school:West Mercer Elem

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Sewer Connected

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$2,150,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$601.57
  • Tax amount:$12,334 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:Gas Available, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:2
  • Parking description:Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Garage:Yes
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