5201 Katherine Avenue SE
Auburn, WA 98092
$1,175,000
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Sq. Ft.: 2,480
Type: House
Listing Firm:KW Mountains to Sound Realty
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Listing #2509917
Set on 4.3 serene acres, this beautifully updated custom 3-bedroom home plus bonus room and office offers space, privacy, and nearly $150K in thoughtful improvements over the last 18 months. Vaulted kitchen with quartz countertops, breakfast nook, and new appliances anchors the heart of the home. The living room features an inviting wood stove and a 2-story wall of windows overlooking the amazing landscape & beautiful sunrises, while the bonus room provides flexible living space or a 4th bedroom. Primary bedroom en-suite includes a tile floor, jetted tub, and custom tile shower. The acreage is a great mix of natural forest and pasture w/ apple, cherry, pear, and grape plantings, 2+ acres newly fenced around the home & pasture (2024), refreshed landscaping with 50+ shrubs and trees and 160+ feet of Bowman Creek frontage. Practical upgrades include new architectural comp roofing, skylights and gutters (2025), a new high efficiency heat pump and air handler (2025). Tankless water heater. 2 PSE gas powered auto transfer generators (13KW well generator + a 14KW generator for the home). Extra-deep, open beam, 2-car garage w/ covered BBQ area, lean-to storage, and dog run. A rare blend of acreage living and modern comfort with a close-in & commutable location.
Property Features
County: King
Community: Lakeland
MLS Area: Auburn
Latitude: 47.262767
Longitude: -122.18644
Directions: From HWY 164/Auburn Wy S, turn South on Riverwalk Dr SE, left on R St SE, continue onto Kersey Wy SE, left on 53rd St SE, home is on the left.
Interior: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Skylight(s), Sprinkler System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
Full Baths: 2
Has Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Description: Wood Burning
Heating: 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Stove/Free Standing
Power Production Type: Electric, Wood
Cooling: 90%+ High Efficiency, Central Air, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Water Heater: Tankless PSE Gas, Laundry Room
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Basement Description: None
Entry: Main
Style: 1 Story
Stories: One
Is New Construction: No
Exterior: Brick, Metal/Vinyl, Wood
Foundation: Poured Concrete
Roof: Composition, See Remarks
Water Source: Shared Well
Septic or Sewer: Septic Tank
Covered Spaces: 2
Water: 4-Party Well
Electric: Puget Sound Energy
Security Features: Fully Fenced, Partially Fenced, Security Gate
Parking Description: Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
Has Garage: Yes
Parking Spaces: 14
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space,
Site Description: Cable TV, Deck, Dog Run, Fenced-Fully, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking
Lot Description: Corner Lot, Dead End Street, Paved
Topography: Level
Elevation: Feet
Lot Size in Acres: 4.3
Lot Size in Sq. Ft.: 187,308
Condition: Very Good
Buildings: Built On Lot
Building Total Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,480
Waterfront Description: Creek
Has Waterfront: Yes
Has View: Yes
View Description: Territorial
Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
High School District: Auburn
Elementary School: Bowman Creek Elementary
Jr. High School: Mt Baker Mid
High School: Auburn Riverside Hig
Possession: Closing
Property Type: SFR
Property SubType: Single Family Residence
Structure Type: House
Year Built: 1995
Status: Active
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Amount: $10,487
Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Not a REO: Yes
Lot Acres Source: Realist
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