Rockhood
$935,000List price
3 bed · 1.5 bath · 1,690 sq ft
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18731 Ballinger (off private road) Way NE · Lake Forest Park, WA 98155

Source: NWMLS · Windermere RE North, Inc. · Cori Whitaker #NWM2590663

About this home

Welcome to this Pacific Northwest retreat with timeless character and modern comforts. Tucked among mature trees and lush, established landscaping, this one-of-a-kind home blends the warmth of a mountain cabin with thoughtful modern updates. Multiple outdoor living spaces invite you to slow down...birdwatch, gather at the firepit, or simply relax. A remarkable detached outbuilding with lofted ceilings offers endless possibilities, ready to become a guest suite, creative studio, home office, or personal hideaway. Inside, original hardwoods, rich wood finishes, and exceptional trim work create a level of craftsmanship rarely found today. The dedicated office features expansive windows and oversized French doors, filling the space with natural light and connecting seamlessly to the outdoors. The kitchen showcases granite countertops, abundant custom storage, and an easy flow into the dramatic great room. Cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, and French doors opening to a secluded patio and deck make this an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. Few properties offer this degree of privacy, tranquility, and connection to nature while remaining so close to everyday conveniences. Here, you can enjoy a true retreat just moments from Lake Forest Park Town Center, the Burke-Gilman Trail, shops, dining, and light rail. Welcome home!

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
1 Story
Stories
1 story
Condition
Good
Year built
1953
Lot size
23,450 sq ft (0.54 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2590663

Interior

Heating
90%+ High Efficiency, Ductless, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Wall Furnace
Cooling
90%+ High Efficiency, Ductless, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Wall Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood, Slate, Travertine
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
2 · Electric, Wood Burning
Interior features
Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Cement Planked, Wood, Wood Products
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Topography
Level,Terraces
View
Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking features
Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Ballinger
Property tax
$8,654 (2025)

Transaction

Listed on
Oct 8, 2026
Days active
14
Price per sq ft
$553
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2021-07-29
Sold$837,500
2007-08-31
Sold$352,500

Schools

School district: Shoreline

Elementary
Lake Forest Park Ele
Middle
Kellogg Mid
High
Shorecrest High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 11% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Windermere RE North, Inc.

Listing agent: Cori Whitaker.

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Data last updated 2026-10-13.