Nestled between iconic Alki Beach and the lively Admiral District, this storybook cottage radiates charm and serenity. Set on a large, private lot backing to a peaceful greenspace and gentle stream, it’s a hidden urban retreat. Relax on the spacious deck surrounded by nature’s melody, or step inside to find sunlit rooms with gleaming hardwood floors and timeless character. Enjoy a bright living area with space for a reading nook or office, cheerful kitchen with new appliances, and fresh exterior paint throughout. The main-floor bedroom and full bath offer comfort and ease, while the upstairs primary suite features a walk-in closet and peek Sound and mountain views. Attached garage, beautifully landscaped yard, and easy downtown commute!
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Listed by: Redfin • Julie Granahan
Bought with: Redfin
$730,000
5137 SW Admiral Way, Seattle, WA 98116
2beds
1,170sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
7,139 Square Feet Lot
$714,200 Zestimate®
$624/sqft
$3,305 Estimated rent
Home value
$714,200
$657,000 - $778,000
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Gleaming hardwood floorsMain-floor bedroomBeautifully landscaped yardUpstairs primary suiteWalk-in closetSunlit roomsFresh exterior paint
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Listed by:
Julie Granahan,
Redfin
Bought with:
Jacquie Byrne, 124923
Redfin
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2441369
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, 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: Electric, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s), Triple Pane Windows
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,170
- Total interior livable area: 1,170 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Skylight(s), Triple Pane Windows, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Partial, Territorial
Lot
- Size: 7,139 Square Feet
- Features: Adjacent to Public Land, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Patio, Sprinkler System
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 2939600020
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: n/a
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Northwest Contemporary,1 1/2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1949
- Major remodel year: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: North Admiral
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $624/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $816,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,093
- Date on market: 12/7/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 227 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 | Sold | $730,000+4.3%$624/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2441369 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Pending sale | $700,000$598/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2441369 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $700,000+182.3%$598/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2441369 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2002 | Sold | $248,000$212/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #22019460 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,083 +12.2% | $816,000 +5% |
| 2024 | $8,093 +10.6% | $777,000 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $7,318 +6.9% | $707,000 -4.1% |
| 2022 | $6,847 +4.5% | $737,000 +13.4% |
| 2021 | $6,555 +2.7% | $650,000 +8% |
| 2020 | $6,380 +2.4% | $602,000 +0.8% |
| 2019 | $6,232 +10.4% | $597,000 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $5,647 -0.2% | $601,000 +14% |
| 2017 | $5,656 +42.4% | $527,000 +15.6% |
| 2016 | $3,971 | $456,000 +9.6% |
| 2015 | $3,971 | $416,000 +9.8% |
| 2014 | $3,971 | $379,000 +14.8% |
| 2013 | $3,971 | $330,000 +9.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $301,000 -5.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $318,000 -6.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $341,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $341,000 +2.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $334,000 +6.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $314,000 +20.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $261,000 +7.4% |
| 2001 | $2,887 +13.8% | $243,000 +20.3% |
| 2000 | $2,536 | $202,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Admiral
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- 8/10Alki Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
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