Wonderfully charming and truly turn-key, this thoughtfully updated home blends timeless character with modern convenience. Light-filled interiors feature original hardwood floors, newer windows, French doors to the covered back deck, and LED lighting throughout. The refreshed kitchen offers quartzite countertops, updated cabinetry, and newer appliances. The fully finished, full height lower level includes a legal third bedroom with egress, flexible living space, and abundant storage, including potential wine room space. Outside, enjoy a private, fully fenced backyard with raised garden beds, a 6' x 8' shed, and room to create your dream outdoor retreat. The oversized one-car garage, currently used as a fitness studio, offers versatile space for parking, hobbies, or storage. Ideally located with easy transit access for a quick downtown commute, this home is just moments from Westcrest Park and its popular off-leash dog area and trails, Westwood Village shopping, neighborhood bakeries, cafés, and local eateries. Easy access to major highways, freeways, and SeaTac airport. A rare combination of updates, convenience, and lifestyle—this is one you won't want to miss! Great potential for an excellent investment opportunity!
Pending
Listed by: HomeSmart Real Estate Assoc
$649,500
8816 16th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98106
3beds
1,530sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$425/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Light-filled interiorsRefreshed kitchenPrivate fully fenced backyardOriginal hardwood floorsLed lighting throughoutOversized one-car garageRaised garden beds
- 17 days |
- 1,385 |
- 103 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shelle Dier,
HomeSmart Real Estate Assoc
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2531861
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Lower Level
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Hardwood, See Remarks, Vinyl Plank
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,530
- Total interior livable area: 1,530 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, French Doors, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope,Terraces
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 3298700022
- 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, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Playground, Trail(s)
- Subdivision: Highland Park
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $425/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $532,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,999
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 18 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Pending sale | $649,500$425/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2531861 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $649,500+224.8%$425/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2531861 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2003 | Sold | $200,000+10.2%$131/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2002 | Sold | $181,500+3.7%$119/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #22003193 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2000 | Sold | $175,000$114/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,999 +6.9% | $532,000 -0.6% |
| 2024 | $5,611 +8.6% | $535,000 +9.2% |
| 2023 | $5,167 +4% | $490,000 -7% |
| 2022 | $4,967 +4.1% | $527,000 +12.8% |
| 2021 | $4,774 +9% | $467,000 +15.6% |
| 2020 | $4,379 +2.2% | $404,000 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $4,285 +10.5% | $402,000 -0.5% |
| 2018 | $3,879 +6% | $404,000 +22.1% |
| 2017 | $3,659 +55.2% | $331,000 +15.7% |
| 2016 | $2,357 | $286,000 +14.9% |
| 2015 | $2,357 | $249,000 +15.8% |
| 2014 | $2,357 | $215,000 +18.8% |
| 2013 | $2,357 | $181,000 -2.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $185,000 -13.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $213,000 -7.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $230,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $230,000 +4.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $220,000 +0.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $219,000 +7.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $203,000 +43% |
| 2001 | $1,731 +9% | $142,000 +14.5% |
| 2000 | $1,587 | $124,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Highland Park
Getting around
60 / 100
Good TransitNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Highland Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Denny Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Chief Sealth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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- 8816 16th Avenue SW
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