This perched abode has been remodeled & is awaiting your arrival. Walk into the spacious living room, soak in the abundance of natural light & territorial view, and imagine living steps away from the heart of Columbia City. The remodeled kitchen is open and flows directly to dining area and to a large backyard deck that is perfect for summer gatherings. Two spacious bedrooms & bathroom with large walk-in shower dwell on main floor. Downstairs is another bedroom, full bathroom & secondary living space with separate entry that is perfect for Airbnb. On-demand water heater, AC & EV. The fully fenced backyard is an urban oasis and perfect for pets & play. Fabulous location near light rail. Fully inspected. Don't miss this one - it's super-hot!
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Listed by: Lake & Company • Jimi Lou Steambarge
Bought with: John L. Scott, Inc.
$891,000
5050 42nd Avenue S, Seattle, WA 98118
3beds
1,820sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
4,817 Square Feet Lot
$849,800 Zestimate®
$490/sqft
$3,776 Estimated rent
Home value
$849,800
$782,000 - $926,000
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Large backyard deckRemodeled kitchenTerritorial viewFully fenced backyardSpacious bedroomsAbundance of natural lightUrban oasis
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Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: Apr 10
Listed by:
Jimi Lou Steambarge,
Lake & Company
Bought with:
Anna Morgan, 25005245
John L. Scott, Inc.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2355205
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,820
- Total interior livable area: 1,820 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Tile, Double Pane/Storm Window, Security System, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 4,817 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 38' x 126'
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Electric Car Charging, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope,Terraces
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 1704900210
- Zoning: NR3
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Entry
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Built-Up
Condition
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Community, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Utilities for property: Century Link
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Columbia City
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $490/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $769,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,573
- Offers reviewed: 04/10/2025
- Date on market: 5/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 422 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2025 | Sold | $891,000+1.3%$490/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2355205 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2025 | Pending sale | $880,000$484/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2355205 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $880,000+82.6%$484/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2355205 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2016 | Sold | $482,000$265/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #883490 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,348 +26.8% | $769,000 +20% |
| 2024 | $6,586 +0.2% | $641,000 -3.8% |
| 2023 | $6,573 +6.1% | $666,000 -4.9% |
| 2022 | $6,195 +9.5% | $700,000 +19.5% |
| 2021 | $5,657 +4.1% | $586,000 +9.7% |
| 2020 | $5,435 -1.5% | $534,000 -3.1% |
| 2019 | $5,517 +17% | $551,000 +5.8% |
| 2018 | $4,715 -4% | $521,000 +9.7% |
| 2017 | $4,911 +61.3% | $475,000 +28% |
| 2016 | $3,044 | $371,000 +14.9% |
| 2015 | $3,044 | $323,000 +8% |
| 2014 | $3,044 | $299,000 +14.6% |
| 2013 | $3,044 | $261,000 +5.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $248,000 -8.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $270,000 -12.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $307,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $307,000 +4.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $293,000 +5.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $277,000 +7.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $257,000 +66.9% |
| 2001 | $1,868 +16.8% | $154,000 +23.2% |
| 2000 | $1,600 | $125,000 |
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Neighborhood: Columbia City
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