Come see this exceptional home, nestled 1.5 blocks from Columbia City, offering a blend of high walkability & quiet neighborhood appeal. A great floor plan, w/ 4 bedrooms co-located on the same floor & ample living spaces, that maximizes the flexibility for guests & WFH needs. The updated kitchen is adjacent to a stylish dining area & massive deck for gatherings. Outdoors, the fully fenced backyard excels w/ gardening beds, a new Tuff Shed, & hot tub - the ideal complement to a home designed for both relaxation and entertaining. On the lower level, a flexible rec room for hobbies or potential AirBnB. Other features include a newer roof, AC, new carpet and paint, & a huge storage room! Fully inspected and ready for you to move in!
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Listed by: KW Greater Seattle • Heather Rieck
Bought with: Lake & Company
$1,015,000
5018 42nd Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118
4beds
2,340sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
3,428 Square Feet Lot
$978,500 Zestimate®
$434/sqft
$5,270 Estimated rent
Home value
$978,500
$930,000 - $1.03M
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Listed by:
Heather Rieck,
KW Greater Seattle
Bought with:
Caitlin Spence, 22020289
Lake & Company
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2231919
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Other
- 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
- Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwashers_, Dryer(s), GarbageDisposal_, Refrigerators_, StovesRanges_, Washer(s), Dishwasher(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Lower level closet.
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Daylight
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,340
- Total interior livable area: 2,340 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate Hardwood, Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Skylight(s), Sprinkler System, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 3,428 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Hot Tub/Spa, Outbuildings, Sprinkler System
- Topography: PartialSlope,Sloped
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 1705400040
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Northwest Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Columbia City
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $434/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $930,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,348
- Date on market: 6/5/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 660 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwashers, Dryers, GarbageDisposal, Refrigerators, StovesRanges, Washers
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2024 | Sold | $1,015,000-1.9%$434/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2231919 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2024 | Pending sale | $1,035,000$442/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2231919 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,035,000+16.4%$442/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2231919 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2020 | Listing removed | $889,000$380/sqft |
Source: Compass Washington #1590670 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $889,000-0.1%$380/sqft |
Source: Compass Washington #1590670 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2020 | Sold | $890,000+0.1%$380/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1590670 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2020 | Pending sale | $889,000$380/sqft |
Source: Compass Washington #1590670 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2020 | Listed for sale | $889,000+145.6%$380/sqft |
Source: Compass Washington #1590670 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2011 | Sold | $362,000-6.9%$155/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #231802 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2011 | Pending sale | $389,000$166/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #231802 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2011 | Listed for sale | $389,000+134.3%$166/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #231802 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/1998 | Sold | $166,000$71/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,706 +13.5% | $930,000 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $8,548 -0.8% | $879,000 -1.5% |
| 2023 | $8,619 +17.3% | $892,000 +5.9% |
| 2022 | $7,348 +9.5% | $842,000 +19.4% |
| 2021 | $6,708 +4% | $705,000 +9.6% |
| 2020 | $6,450 +23.5% | $643,000 +23.9% |
| 2019 | $5,221 +16.9% | $519,000 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $4,466 -4% | $491,000 +9.6% |
| 2017 | $4,653 +47.5% | $448,000 +16.4% |
| 2016 | $3,155 | $385,000 +14.6% |
| 2015 | $3,155 | $336,000 +8% |
| 2014 | $3,155 | $311,000 +14.8% |
| 2013 | $3,155 | $271,000 +5.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $257,000 -7.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $279,000 -6.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $298,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $298,000 +4.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $284,000 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $268,000 +7.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $249,000 +6.9% |
| 2001 | $2,686 +9.7% | $233,000 +16.5% |
| 2000 | $2,449 | $200,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Columbia City
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Orca K-8 SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Franklin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
- 6/10Hawthorne Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hawthorne
- Middle: Mercer Mid
- High: Franklin 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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