16521 NE 1st Place Bellevue, WA 98008

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 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.