Welcome to this light-filled 3-story townhome designed for easy urban living—with no HOA! Tucked just off Lake City Way w/quick access to nearby shops, dining, and transit while feeling quietly set back from the road. The main level is bright and open, w/large windows, warm hardwood floors, and a cozy gas fireplace in the spacious living room. The kitchen offers generous workspace, a deep sink, and seamless connection to a bright dining area—perfect for both everyday & relaxed entertaining. Sliding glass doors open to private decks, ideal for fresh air, container gardening, or a quiet morning coffee. Upstairs you’ll find two bedrooms (incl. spacious primary)—both with walk-in closets—a full bath with double sinks and a skylight for extra natural light—plus a large-capacity washer & dryer (new w/in past few years). Charming details like built-in nooks in the sunlit stair landings add inviting touches as you move thru the home. On the lower level, enjoy an attached garage w/interior entry along with direct access to a fully fenced, dog-friendly yard—a rare feature in the city. Recent updates include fresh interior paint thru-out + new carpet on the upper levels (2026), new water heater (2026), new decks (2024), and a new roof (2024). Ideally positioned near everyday amenities and transit, with convenient connections to downtown Seattle & nearby light rail, this home offers the perfect balance of convenience and retreat—your own bright and welcoming haven in the heart of it all!
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Listed by: Best Choice Network LLC • Jennifer Smith
Price cut: $15K (4/30)
$475,000
12042 31st Avenue NE, Seattle, WA 98125
2beds
1,075sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1996
1,241 Square Feet Lot
$470,400 Zestimate®
$442/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Warm hardwood floorsLarge windowsNew decksDeep sinkKitchen offers generous workspaceNew roofLarge-capacity washer and dryer
- 92 days |
- 676 |
- 36 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jennifer Smith,
Best Choice Network LLC
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2506910
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Third
Bedroom
- Level: Third
Bathroom full
- Level: Third
Other
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Lower
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Description: Laundry Area
- Level: Third
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,075
- Total interior livable area: 1,075 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Off Street
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Entry location: Lower
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Security System, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 1,241 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Secluded, Sidewalk, Deck, Dog Run, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Patio
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 8822900988
- Zoning: LR3 RC (M)
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: City of Seattle Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Seattle Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: City of Seattle Utilities
- Utilities for property: Comcast
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Lake City
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $442/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $510,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,321
- Date on market: 4/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 93 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$470,400
$447,000 - $494,000
$2,549/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2026 | Price change | $475,000-3.1%$442/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2506910 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,999+126.9%$456/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2506910 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2015 | Listing removed | $1,425$1/sqft |
Source: Cayce Real Estate Services Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2015 | Listed for rent | $1,425$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2004 | Sold | $216,000+83.1%$201/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #24074607 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/1997 | Sold | $117,950$110/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,322 +10.7% | $510,000 +3% |
| 2024 | $4,806 +22.2% | $495,000 +21.6% |
| 2023 | $3,933 +0.5% | $407,000 -10.2% |
| 2022 | $3,913 +0% | $453,000 +8.4% |
| 2021 | $3,912 -2.7% | $418,000 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $4,021 +0.7% | $409,000 -0.5% |
| 2019 | $3,994 +9.7% | $411,000 -1.4% |
| 2018 | $3,640 +10.6% | $417,000 +27.9% |
| 2017 | $3,290 +47.3% | $326,000 +19.9% |
| 2016 | $2,233 | $272,000 +9.2% |
| 2015 | $2,233 | $249,000 +14.2% |
| 2014 | $2,233 | $218,000 +7.4% |
| 2013 | $2,233 | $203,000 +12.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $181,000 -10.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $203,000 +3.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $196,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $196,000 -6.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $210,000 +6.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $198,000 +7% |
| 2005 | -- | $185,000 +42.3% |
| 2001 | $1,517 -0.9% | $130,000 +4.8% |
| 2000 | $1,532 | $124,000 |
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Neighborhood: Cedar Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Cedar Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Jane Addams Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Nathan Hale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cedar Park Elementary
- Middle: Jane Addams
- High: Nathan Hale High
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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