16521 NE 1st Place, Bellevue, WA 98008

• 5 beds |
• 5 baths |
• 4,870 sqft

Property Description

Discover a rare private retreat tucked between the energy of Bellevue and the natural beauty of Lake Sammamish. This original Bavarian-inspired mid-century modern estate spans 1.27 acres (Over 55,000 Square Feet) across two separate tax parcels, offering exceptional privacy and direct adjacency to Weowna Park’s miles of wooded trails, and the Phantom Lake Loop. Nearly 5,000 sq ft of living space showcases vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, iconic mid-century details, and four fireplaces that bring warmth and character to the expansive layout. Flexible living areas allow for multigenerational living, home offices, or creative studio space, while the home’s architectural integrity offers an ideal canvas for thoughtful updates or preservation. Designed for entertaining, the resort-style grounds feature a swimming pool with generous decking, hot tub, and an outdoor Cabana with kitchen, all surrounded by lush, park-like landscaping that feels worlds away from the city. Just minutes to top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and major tech campuses, this estate delivers unmatched privacy, distinctive architecture, and dual parcels—creating a truly one-of-a-kind opportunity in the Bellevue market. In summery, this property offers the buyer a classic Mid-Century Modern home, that has the much desired “Good Bones” factor, incredible investment and upside potential, with it’s two separate lots, and a huge privacy factor, with the closest neighbor being nearly 150 feet away.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

February 14, 2026 at 7:20AM

Listing Office:

Coldwell Banker Bain : 360-734-3420

Listing Agent:

Wayne Kwiatkowski : 360-734-3420

MLS ID:

2468833

Interior

• General: Bath Off PrimaryDining RoomFireplaceLoftVaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)Wet Bar
• Appliances: Dishwasher(s)DisposalDryer(s)Refrigerator(s)Stove(s)/Range(s)Washer(s)
• Basement: DaylightFinished
• Flooring: HardwoodStoneCarpet
• A/C: None
• Heating: Forced Air
• Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 5

Exterior

• General: BrickWoodWood Products
• Style: Modern
• Pool: In Ground
• Parking: DrivewayAttached GarageOff StreetRV ParkingParking spaces: 2

Construction

• Roofing: Metal
• General: Multi/SplitPoured Concrete

Location

• HOA Amenities: 0.0
• Originating MLS: nwmls
• School District: Bellevue
• County: King

Lot

• Topography: LevelPartial SlopeSloped
• Zoning: 3625059119
• View: See RemarksTerritorialView

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Sewer Connected

Financial

• Source: nwmls