Timeless charm meets modern living in this beautifully updated 1913 Seward Park craftsman. A welcoming front porch opens to light-filled interiors where classic details blend seamlessly with modern updates. The main floor features open living and dining anchored by an inviting kitchen, plus a versatile bedroom/office and powder bath. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with two additional bedrooms. The lower level adds flexibility with a second living area and kitchenette—ideal for entertaining, guests, or rental potential. Outdoor living shines with a private backyard and covered front porch. All just blocks from Seward Park, Lake Washington, and neighborhood cafés, dining, and a beloved bookstore.
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Listed by: Keller Williams Seattle Metro
Bought with: COMPASS
$1,025,000
5216 S Dawson Street, Seattle, WA 98118
4beds
1,830sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
3,998.81 Square Feet Lot
$996,800 Zestimate®
$560/sqft
$4,272 Estimated rent
Home value
$996,800
$917,000 - $1.09M
$4,272/mo
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Private backyardModern updatesLight-filled interiorsInviting kitchenPeaceful retreatSpacious primary suiteCovered front porch
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Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: Sep 23
Listed by:
Chelsea Moon,
Keller Williams Seattle Metro
Bought with:
Gretta Graves, 117875
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2434387
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Main
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
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Ductless, Wall Unit(s), Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Flooring: Softwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Daylight
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,830
- Total interior livable area: 1,830 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Second Kitchen, Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s), Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 3,998 sqft
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Fenced-Partially, Patio
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 1231000705
- Zoning: NR3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1913
- Major remodel year: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Utilities for property: Century Link, Century Link
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Seattle
- Subdivision: Seward Park
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Cumulative days on market: 149 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/3/2025 | Sold | $1,025,000+10.8%$560/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2434387 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2025 | Pending sale | $925,000$505/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2434387 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $925,000+281.4%$505/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2434387 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2002 | Sold | $242,500$133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,114 +13.4% | $857,000 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $8,039 +0.7% | $810,000 -1.5% |
| 2023 | $7,985 +13.6% | $822,000 +2.4% |
| 2022 | $7,031 +9.6% | $803,000 +19.5% |
| 2021 | $6,417 +4% | $672,000 +9.6% |
| 2020 | $6,170 -1.6% | $613,000 -3.2% |
| 2019 | $6,273 +17.2% | $633,000 +5.9% |
| 2018 | $5,353 +1.7% | $598,000 +16.8% |
| 2017 | $5,265 +38.1% | $512,000 +8% |
| 2016 | $3,813 | $474,000 +14.8% |
| 2015 | $3,813 | $413,000 +8.1% |
| 2014 | $3,813 | $382,000 +14.7% |
| 2013 | $3,813 | $333,000 +5.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $316,000 -1.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $320,000 -0.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $321,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $321,000 +4.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $306,000 +5.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $289,000 +7.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $268,000 +32% |
| 2001 | $2,429 +16.4% | $203,000 +23% |
| 2000 | $2,086 | $165,000 |
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Neighborhood: Lakewood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Orca K-8 SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Franklin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
- 7/10Aki Kurose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hawthorne
- Middle: Aki Kurose
- 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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