Discover a rare Seaview opportunity with a private, fully fenced backyard that feels like its own retreat. This charming 1-story home with finished basement offers a desirable 3-bedroom, 1.75-bath layout, flexible living spaces, and excellent upside for homeowners and investors alike. The main level features beautiful original hardwood floors, fireplace, charming original built-in shelves, and bright west-facing spaces where you can enjoy gorgeous sunset light. Downstairs, the finished lower level offers added versatility with a bedroom, bathroom, bonus area, storage, and direct access to the attached garage, ideal for guests, work-from-home space, exercise, and hobbies. The backyard is the true standout: expansive, private, and surrounded by mature greenery, with garden space, a blooming lilac tree, and a classic tire swing that adds instant charm. The generous lot also offers exciting future possibilities, including potential for a backyard ADU (buyer to verify). A successful long-term rental for more than 40 years, this home is ready for its next chapter. Set in a sought-after Seaview location near neighborhood parks, the West Seattle Junction, Beach Drive, and shoreline access via Atlas Place, it offers space, privacy, sunset outlooks, and opportunity in one special West Seattle property.
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Listed by: Keller Williams Realty Bothell
Bought with: John L. Scott Des Moines
$790,000
5654 48th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98136
3beds
1,310sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1944
6,255.22 Square Feet Lot
$789,700 Zestimate®
$603/sqft
$4,344 Estimated rent
Home value
$789,700
$734,000 - $853,000
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Garden spaceFinished basementFinished lower levelPrivate fully fenced backyardBeautiful original hardwood floorsBlooming lilac treeSurrounded by mature greenery
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sara Montagne,
Keller Williams Realty Bothell,
Erin Bee Thompson,
Keller Williams Realty Bothell
Bought with:
Paul Lau, 71801
John L. Scott Des Moines
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2520425
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
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: Basement bathroom
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,310
- Total interior livable area: 1,310 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 6,255 sqft
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 2815600125
- Zoning: NR3
- 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
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Average
- Year built: 1944
- Major remodel year: 1944
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle PUD
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle PUD
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Seattle
- Subdivision: Seaview
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Sold | $790,000+0.6%$603/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2520425 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2026 | Pending sale | $785,000$599/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2520425 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $785,000$599/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2520425 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2022 | Listed for rent | $3,000+20%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2020 | Listing removed | $2,500$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,500$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,820 +13.7% | $706,000 +6.5% |
| 2024 | $6,880 +8.9% | $663,000 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $6,317 +5.2% | $617,000 -5.8% |
| 2022 | $6,006 +9.4% | $655,000 +19.5% |
| 2021 | $5,489 +12.4% | $548,000 +19.7% |
| 2020 | $4,882 +2% | $458,000 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $4,784 +12.1% | $456,000 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $4,268 -1.4% | $451,000 +12.5% |
| 2017 | $4,328 +27.1% | $401,000 +11.7% |
| 2016 | $3,405 | $359,000 +6.5% |
| 2015 | $3,405 | $337,000 +2.7% |
| 2014 | $3,405 | $328,000 +16.3% |
| 2013 | $3,405 | $282,000 +3.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $273,000 -3.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $283,000 -1.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $288,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $288,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $288,000 +5.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $273,000 +7.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $253,000 +59.1% |
| 2001 | $1,925 +8.8% | $159,000 +14.4% |
| 2000 | $1,770 | $139,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Seaview
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Fairmount Park ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 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
- 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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- Washington
- King County
- Seattle
- 98136
- Seaview
- 5654 48th Avenue SW
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