9839 51st Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98136
What's special
Rare opportunity to complete a luxury custom waterfront residence on one of W. Seattle's most coveted stretches of Puget Sound. Set on an 11,124-square-foot waterfront lot with approximately 42' of shoreline frontage and an existing bulkhead, this exceptional property captures sweeping Sound and Olympic Mountain views w/spectacular sunsets. Approved plans include approximately 2,836 sf of living space + a 452 sf garage with 4-5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, office, and spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets and en suite baths. The great room showcases soaring 13 foot ceilings, an open concept kitchen, and a bi-folding glass door and window system that seamlessly blends indoor & outdoor living while framing gorgeous water views. Upper & lower view decks, a light-filled atrium, and designer landscaping complete the vision. The oversized 13-foot garage offers exceptional storage and includes an EV charging port. Designed to be built one foot above flood elevation requirements. Years of architectural design, engineering, environmental review, and permitting have already been completed. The City's Stop Work Order has been resolved, permits are active, and a contractor estimate to complete the project is available. Approved plans, due diligence materials, and financing options, including mid-construction loans, are available. FULL SET OF ARCHITECTURAL RENDERINGS AVAILABLE.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
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Listing updated:
David K Marks,
Portico Real Estate,
Benjamin Berman,
Portico Real Estate
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- None, Electric
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,940
- Total interior livable area: 1,940 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Sound
- Waterfront features: Bulkhead
- Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 42
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Paved, Gas Available, Patio
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2346800533
- Zoning: NR3
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Under Construction
- Year built: 1928
- Major remodel year: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Available, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, See Remarks, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fauntleroy
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,028/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,237,000
- Annual tax amount: $11,495
- Date on market: 6/22/2026
- Listing terms: Rehab Loan,See Remarks
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Price change | $1,995,000-1%$1,028/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2540716 | ||
| 9/4/2026 | Price change | $2,015,000-3.4%$1,039/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2540716 | ||
| 7/29/2026 | Price change | $2,085,000-1.4%$1,075/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2540716 | ||
| 7/9/2026 | Price change | $2,115,000-3.2%$1,090/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2540716 | ||
| 6/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,185,000+72.8%$1,126/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2540716 | ||
| 2/26/2021 | Sold | $1,264,500-5.1%$652/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1664101 | ||
| 10/25/2020 | Pending sale | $1,333,000$687/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart ION Real Estate #1664101 | ||
| 10/16/2020 | Price change | $1,333,000-4.8%$687/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart ION Real Estate #1664101 | ||
| 10/1/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000$722/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart ION Real Estate #1664101 | ||
| 10/1/2020 | Pending sale | $1,400,000$722/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart ION Real Estate #1664101 | ||
| 9/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000-6.7%$722/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart ION Real Estate #1664101 | ||
| 3/30/2019 | Listing removed | $1,500,000$773/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HS NW #1290420 | ||
| 6/2/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000$773/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HS NW #1290420 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,990 +20.3% | $2,237,000 +12.2% |
| 2024 | $19,118 +20.8% | $1,994,000 +19.6% |
| 2023 | $15,822 +5.1% | $1,667,000 -5.8% |
| 2022 | $15,051 +8% | $1,769,000 +17.5% |
| 2021 | $13,939 +3.8% | $1,505,000 +9.4% |
| 2020 | $13,429 +0.3% | $1,376,000 -0.9% |
| 2019 | $13,395 +12.6% | $1,389,000 +1.2% |
| 2018 | $11,899 -1.5% | $1,372,000 +13.2% |
| 2017 | $12,083 +36.1% | $1,212,000 +14.3% |
| 2016 | $8,877 | $1,060,000 |
| 2015 | $8,877 | $1,060,000 +15.5% |
| 2014 | $8,877 | $918,000 +11.5% |
| 2013 | $8,877 | $823,000 +8.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $756,000 -18.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $930,000 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $973,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $973,000 -0.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $977,000 +10.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $885,000 +9.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $807,000 +30% |
| 2001 | $7,215 +1.6% | $621,000 +7.6% |
| 2000 | $7,100 | $577,000 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$1,898,900
$1.80M - $1.99M
$4,165/mo
Climate risks
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