Welcome to this beautifully updated two-story home in the highly coveted Seward Park community, offering beautiful views of Lake Washington & a serene setting.First time on the market in over 50 years, this rare opportunity combines thoughtful modern updates w/unbeatable location. Ideally situated near Lake Washington, parks & trails, this home offers the perfect balance of privacy & convenience. A spacious driveway provides ample parking, including a paved side strip perfect for RV parking, and additional room to build an ADU. Inside, the light-filled living room features a striking fireplace feature wall & flows seamlessly into the open-concept dining area & chef’s kitchen. Designed for entertaining & everyday living, the kitchen showcases modern two-toned cabinetry, sleek black hardware, SS appliances, center island w/waterfall counters & eating bar seating, plus direct access to the back deck. Air conditioning provides year-round comfort. The primary suite features an en-suite bath w/fully tiled walk-in shower. Two add'l bedrooms share a beautifully updated full bath w/large vanity, tile surround & rain showerhead. The lower level is ideal for multi-generational living offering cozy family room w/fireplace, built-in cabinetry & sink, spacious flex area, bonus room/potential 4th bedroom & stylish ¾ bath. The private back deck with built-in bench seating creates the perfect space for relaxing or entertaining, surrounded by lush greenery in a peaceful, secluded setting.
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Listed by: KW Mountains to Sound Realty
Bought with: KW Greater Seattle
$975,000
5227 56th Avenue S, Seattle, WA 98118
3beds
1,970sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
9,748.73 Square Feet Lot
$974,100 Zestimate®
$495/sqft
$4,657 Estimated rent
Home value
$974,100
$906,000 - $1.05M
$4,657/mo
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Modern two-toned cabinetrySerene settingStriking fireplace feature wallOpen-concept dining areaSleek black hardwareSs appliancesBuilt-in cabinetry and sink
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Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: May 26
Listed by:
Dee Scott,
KW Mountains to Sound Realty
Bought with:
Danny Greco, 111078
KW Greater Seattle
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2526839
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Entry hall
- Level: Split
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: Second
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
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: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Bath Off Primary
- Flooring: Vinyl Plank
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Upper Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,970
- Total interior livable area: 1,970 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached Garage, RV Parking
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Split
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wet Bar
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 9,748 sqft
- Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Deck, Dog Run, Fenced-Partially, RV Parking
- Topography: Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3723800285
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Lights
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Seattle
- Water: Public, Company: City of Seattle
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Seattle
- Subdivision: Seward Park
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Sold | $975,000-2.1%$495/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2526839 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2026 | Pending sale | $995,950$506/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2526839 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,950$506/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2526839 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,262 +13.1% | $935,000 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $9,076 -1.7% | $884,000 -3.8% |
| 2023 | $9,237 +17.2% | $919,000 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $7,878 +9.4% | $864,000 +19.5% |
| 2021 | $7,199 +4.2% | $723,000 +9.7% |
| 2020 | $6,911 -1.2% | $659,000 -3.1% |
| 2019 | $6,998 +16.7% | $680,000 +5.8% |
| 2018 | $5,995 -3.6% | $643,000 +9.7% |
| 2017 | $6,220 +33.3% | $586,000 +10.6% |
| 2016 | $4,667 | $530,000 +8.2% |
| 2015 | $4,667 | $490,000 +7.9% |
| 2014 | $4,667 | $454,000 +14.6% |
| 2013 | $4,667 | $396,000 +5.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $376,000 -7.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $408,000 +15.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $354,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $354,000 +5.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $336,000 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $317,000 +7.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $294,000 +30.7% |
| 2001 | $2,681 -0.5% | $225,000 +4.7% |
| 2000 | $2,695 | $215,000 |
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Neighborhood: Lakewood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Orca K-8 SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Franklin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Aki Kurose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
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- Washington
- King County
- Seattle
- 98118
- Lakewood
- 5227 56th Avenue S
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