Nestled in the west heart of Genesee, this timeless home is set on a beautiful, estate-like lot that offers the perfect blend of comfort & outdoor living. The dreamy, level, emerald-green retreat is a rare find - lush, inviting & ideal for everything from summer gatherings & gardening to play and peaceful afternoons in the sun. The property exudes pride of ownership both inside & out. Refinished hardwoods on main, updated kitchen with farm sink & soapstone counters with bar seating, gas fireplace in living with French Doors to back & newer bath on main too. Upper bedrooms have Sound & Mountain views & walk-in closets with heated-floor bath. Lower has good height, full rec room, wine room, bonus room, laundry room & solid storage space as well. Rocking-chair front porch, covered back deck, central A/C, skylights, ceiling fan, Level 2 EV charger & detached 1-car garage that can flex into shop as driveway has parking for multiple vehicles. Very quiet pocket, close to Alki Beach, Admiral & Alaska Junction. A truly special property that embodies the quintessential West Seattle lifestyle!
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Listed by: Windermere RE Magnolia • Russell Katz
Bought with: John L Scott RE West Seattle
$1,300,000
4024 55th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98116
4beds
2,520sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
5,501 Square Feet Lot
$1,333,200 Zestimate®
$516/sqft
$5,999 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,333,200
$1.27M - $1.43M
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Newer bath on mainBonus roomFull rec roomWine roomHeated-floor bathWalk-in closetsCeiling fan
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Listed by:
Russell Katz,
Windermere RE Magnolia
Bought with:
Anna Schwartz, 140852
John L Scott RE West Seattle
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2559244
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Den office
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Lower Level
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, High Tech Cabling
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,520
- Total interior livable area: 2,520 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Skylight(s), Sprinkler System, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Partial, See Remarks, Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Sound
Lot
- Size: 5,501 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 100
- Features: Curbs, Open Lot, Paved, Secluded, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Dog Run, Electric Car Charging, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, RV Parking, Shop, Sprinkler System
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 2056100555
- Zoning: NR3
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1945
- Major remodel year: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Seattle
- Water: Public, Company: City of Seattle
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Genesee
HOA
- HOA phone: 206-290-0465
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $516/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,117,000
- Annual tax amount: $10,227
- Date on market: 7/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 16 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/7/2026 | Sold | $1,300,000+1.4%$516/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2559244 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2026 | Pending sale | $1,282,500$509/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2559244 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,282,500+218.6%$509/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2559244 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2003 | Sold | $402,500+111.8%$160/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #23018223 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/1997 | Sold | $190,000$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,893 +16.3% | $1,117,000 +8.8% |
| 2024 | $10,227 +9% | $1,027,000 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $9,386 +5.2% | $956,000 -5.7% |
| 2022 | $8,921 +9.6% | $1,014,000 +19.6% |
| 2021 | $8,138 -1.8% | $848,000 +2.9% |
| 2020 | $8,290 +1.8% | $824,000 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $8,143 +12.3% | $820,000 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $7,251 -1.7% | $811,000 +12.6% |
| 2017 | $7,378 +45.4% | $720,000 +11.8% |
| 2016 | $5,074 | $644,000 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $5,074 | $605,000 +19.1% |
| 2014 | $5,074 | $508,000 +16.2% |
| 2013 | $5,074 | $437,000 +3.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $423,000 -3.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $438,000 -1.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $445,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $445,000 +1.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $440,000 +10% |
| 2006 | -- | $400,000 +8.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $370,000 +36% |
| 2001 | $3,219 +8.7% | $272,000 +14.8% |
| 2000 | $2,962 | $237,000 |
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Neighborhood: Alki
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Genesee Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Madison Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10West Seattle High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Genesee Hill Elementary
- Middle: Madison Mid
- High: West Seattle 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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