Updated and move-in ready! This thoughtfully designed home welcomes you with an open floor plan, rich oak hardwood floors, large picture windows & an abundance of natural light. The main living room features a cozy wood burning fireplace with mantel & a charming window seat! The dining area flows seamlessly into the kitchen, complete with quartz countertops, ample cabinet & prep space. All three bedrooms are conveniently located on the main level, hard to come by! The guest bedroom features an ensuite half bath, with an additional full bathroom on the same level. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, with sliding glass doors leading directly to the backyard & generously sized with enough space for an additional sitting area. The fully finished lower level provides flexibility with a large bonus room, updated full bathroom & storage space, ideal for a media room, home office, gym, or guest quarters. The fully fenced-in backyard oasis features a beautifully designed patio, raised garden beds with a retaining wall & an outdoor shed for additional storage. Don’t miss the one car attached garage! Major updates included a new roof installed in 2019, new main water line, front porch & staircase in 2021 & Hardie Fiber Cement Siding on the West & South sides of the home. Located in a coveted school district with quick access to the West Seattle Bridge & all that West Seattle has to offer. Welcome home!
Active
Listed by: COMPASS • Claire Rosenberg
Price cut: $19.1K (8/12)
$799,950
5423 31st Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98126
3beds
1,640sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
5,749 Square Feet Lot
$791,600 Zestimate®
$488/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Open floor planFully fenced-in backyard oasisOne car attached garageRich oak hardwood floorsCharming window seatLarge picture windowsBeautifully designed patio
- 38 days |
- 1,334 |
- 137 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Claire Rosenberg,
COMPASS,
Mara Haveson,
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2551556
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- None
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: Electric, Water Heater Location: Main Level
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,640
- Total interior livable area: 1,640 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5,749 Square Feet
- Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Fenced-Fully, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio
- Topography: Terraces
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 9284801220
- Zoning: NR3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Wood Siding, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Seattle
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $488/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $786,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,075
- Date on market: 7/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 40 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$791,600
$752,000 - $831,000
$4,282/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Price change | $799,950-2.3%$488/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2551556 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $819,000+80%$499/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2551556 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2016 | Sold | $455,000+5.8%$277/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #907988 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2016 | Pending sale | $430,000$262/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate Company #907988 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2016 | Listed for sale | $430,000+32.3%$262/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate Company #907988 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2014 | Sold | $325,000$198/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #538203 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2014 | Pending sale | $325,000$198/sqft |
Source: Heaton Dainard LLC #538203 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2014 | Listed for sale | $325,000-7.1%$198/sqft |
Source: Heaton Dainard LLC #538203 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2013 | Listing removed | $349,950$213/sqft |
Source: Preview Properties, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2013 | Price change | $349,950-6.7%$213/sqft |
Source: Preview Properties, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2013 | Listed for sale | $374,950+150%$229/sqft |
Source: Preview Properties, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2013 | Sold | $150,000$91/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #374838 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,613 +6.7% | $786,000 -0.9% |
| 2024 | $8,075 +10.7% | $793,000 +9.4% |
| 2023 | $7,295 +6.1% | $725,000 -4.9% |
| 2022 | $6,875 +6.3% | $762,000 +15.6% |
| 2021 | $6,469 +5.2% | $659,000 +10.9% |
| 2020 | $6,148 +3.5% | $594,000 +2.2% |
| 2019 | $5,938 +13.4% | $581,000 +2.3% |
| 2018 | $5,238 +5.8% | $568,000 +21.9% |
| 2017 | $4,949 +43% | $466,000 +13.1% |
| 2016 | $3,461 | $412,000 +4.8% |
| 2015 | $3,461 | $393,000 +17.7% |
| 2014 | $3,461 | $334,000 +40.3% |
| 2013 | $3,461 | $238,000 +1.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $235,000 -10% |
| 2011 | -- | $261,000 -6.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $278,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $278,000 +14.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $242,000 +10.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $219,000 +7.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $203,000 +59.8% |
| 2001 | $1,559 +3.8% | $127,000 +8.5% |
| 2000 | $1,502 | $117,000 |
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Neighborhood: High Point
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Fairmount Park ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Madison Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10West Seattle High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fairmount Park
- Middle: Madison Mid
- High: West Seattle 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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