50K price reduction - This exceptional Seaview home, located on one of West Seattle's most historic streets offers 5 beds and 3.5 baths with Sound and Olympic Mountain views and a separate, fully contained living space on the lower level. This incredible location is a quick 10-15 minute commute downtown and walking distance to the vibrant and engaging Alaska St and Morgan St. Junctions which boast cafes, restaurants, shops and boutiques. Spread over 3 floors, you'll find multiple living/family rooms, a large Sound and mountain view deck and 4 wood burning fireplaces. The primary suite offers beautiful views and a 5-piece ensuite, 2nd floor laundry and a large walk-in closet. The basement is a fully self-contained 1 bedroom apartment with separate entry and laundry. Don't miss the solar array on the roof and 2, permitted, level 2, EV chargers in the carport/garage. Additionally, this home offers Cat 6 ethernet throughout. The oversized lot contains a garage, carport and 2 additional parking spots off the alley along with a sunny patio space in the back yard, surrounded by mature native plants. Located within walking distance to restaurants, bars, live music, live theater and shopping, this location can't be beat. The metro C Line is 1 block away on California Ave and offers quick service to downtown Seattle. This home is truly the whole package in an historic and beautiful neighborhood of fantastic West Seattle.
Pending
Listed by: John L Scott RE West Seattle • Jennifer Larson
Price cut: $50K (7/17)
$1,299,950
5632 42nd Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98136
5beds
3,840sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$1,242,600 Zestimate®
$339/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large walk-in closetOversized lot
- 65 days |
- 354 |
- 25 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jennifer Larson,
John L Scott RE West Seattle
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2535281
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Lower
Family room
- Level: Lower
Family room
- Level: Second
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Ductless, Heat Pump, Electric, Solar (Unspecified)
Cooling
- Ductless, Heat Pump
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 flr and upstairs
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, High Tech Cabling
- Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Upper Level: 2, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,840
- Total interior livable area: 3,840 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Lower,Main
- Patio & porch: Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Jetted Tub, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Sound
Lot
- Size: 6,250 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Electric Car Charging, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Patio
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2461900770
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: no
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Seattle
- Water: Public, Company: City of Seattle
- Utilities for property: Century Link
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Seaview
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $339/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,476,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,868
- Date on market: 6/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 58 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$1,242,600
$1.18M - $1.30M
$6,294/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2026 | Pending sale | $1,299,950$339/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2535281 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2026 | Price change | $1,299,950-3.7%$339/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2535281 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,349,950+92.8%$352/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2535281 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2014 | Sold | $700,000-3.4%$182/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #559007 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2013 | Price change | $724,950-3.3%$189/sqft |
Source: The Force Realty #559007 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2013 | Price change | $749,950+1.4%$195/sqft |
Source: The Force Realty #559007 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2013 | Listed for sale | $739,950+71.3%$193/sqft |
Source: The Force Realty #559007 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2013 | Sold | $432,000-15.3%$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2007 | Sold | $510,000$133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,450 +11.4% | $1,476,000 +3.7% |
| 2024 | $13,868 +11.4% | $1,423,000 +10% |
| 2023 | $12,446 +12.4% | $1,294,000 +1.2% |
| 2022 | $11,073 +4.4% | $1,279,000 +13.4% |
| 2021 | $10,610 +3.7% | $1,128,000 +9.3% |
| 2020 | $10,226 +2.1% | $1,032,000 +0.9% |
| 2019 | $10,017 +10.5% | $1,023,000 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $9,065 -0.6% | $1,030,000 +14.2% |
| 2017 | $9,119 +47.4% | $902,000 +15.8% |
| 2016 | $6,187 | $779,000 +9.7% |
| 2015 | $6,187 | $710,000 +13.1% |
| 2014 | $6,187 | $628,000 +2.1% |
| 2013 | $6,187 | $615,000 +9.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $560,000 -5.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $591,000 +1.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $580,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $580,000 +4.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $555,000 +1.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $545,000 +11% |
| 2005 | -- | $491,000 +42.3% |
| 2001 | $4,055 +2.7% | $345,000 +8.5% |
| 2000 | $3,948 | $318,000 |
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Neighborhood: Fairmount Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Fairmount Park ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Madison Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10West Seattle High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fairmount Park
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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