A dream come true with space to live and earn. This legal duplex offers two level, each 1,800+ sq ft. The upper unit glows with new flooring, refreshed kitchen, and updated main and shared baths, plus a new roof and sun-ready decking. Downstairs, fully remodeled and currently a daycare, you’ll find a roomy living area, second kitchen, and full bath—ideal for guests or rental. Outside, a large attached backyard invites play, gardens, and gatherings. Rare bonus: fully approved plans for a detached ADU out back. Live in one, rent one, grow more.
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Listed by: eXp Realty
Bought with: Best Choice Realty LLC
$850,000
5537 S 119th St, Seattle, WA 98178
6beds
3,610sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
8,999.5 Square Feet Lot
$842,800 Zestimate®
$235/sqft
$6,234 Estimated rent
Home value
$842,800
$775,000 - $910,000
$6,234/mo
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Second kitchenRefreshed kitchenNew roofNew flooringSun-ready decking
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Listed by:
Adisu Fanta,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Abdifatah Ali, 136013
Best Choice Realty LLC
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2460088
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Lower
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen with eating space
- 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: tankless
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, See Remarks
- Basement: Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, See Remarks, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,610
- Total interior livable area: 3,610 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, RV Parking
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Second Kitchen, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 8,999 sqft
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Patio, RV Parking
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: ADU Beds: 2, ADU Baths: 1
- Parcel number: 3348401331
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- See Remarks, Stone, Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1962
- Major remodel year: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE/Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Available, Sewer Connected, Company: skyway water & sewer
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle utility
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Seattle
- Subdivision: Seattle
HOA & financial
HOA
- Association phone: 206-255-3715
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 4600
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,Rehab Loan,See Remarks,State Bond
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/30/2026 | Sold | $850,000-5.6%$235/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2460088 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Pending sale | $899,995$249/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2460088 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,995$249/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2460107 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2025 | Pending sale | $899,995$249/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2460088 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $899,995+48.8%$249/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2460107 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2021 | Sold | $605,000$168/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,637 +14.4% | $771,000 +7.4% |
| 2024 | $7,550 +133.4% | $718,000 +180.5% |
| 2023 | $3,235 +1.6% | $256,000 -10.5% |
| 2022 | $3,186 +10.2% | $286,000 +21.7% |
| 2021 | $2,890 -28.7% | $235,000 -33.2% |
| 2020 | $4,053 +2.8% | $352,000 +0.9% |
| 2019 | $3,943 +4.9% | $349,000 -6.4% |
| 2018 | $3,758 +7.5% | $373,000 +23.9% |
| 2017 | $3,495 +53.1% | $301,000 +16.2% |
| 2016 | $2,283 | $259,000 +12.6% |
| 2015 | $2,283 | $230,000 +16.8% |
| 2014 | $2,283 | $197,000 +26.3% |
| 2013 | $2,283 | $156,000 -12.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $178,000 -10.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $199,000 -11.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $224,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $224,000 -10.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $251,000 +4.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $240,000 +12.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $213,000 +38.3% |
| 2001 | $1,868 +5.5% | $154,000 +10.8% |
| 2000 | $1,770 | $139,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Rainier View
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Rainier ViewGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Aki Kurose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 2/10Rainier Beach High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rainier View
- Middle: Aki Kurose
- High: Rainier Beach 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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- Washington
- King County
- Seattle
- 98178
- Rainier View
- 5537 S 119th St
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