A commuter-friendly location with an unexpectedly serene backdrop. This bright home offers a unique blend of privacy, flexibility, and convenience. Enjoy a backyard oasis designed for the garden enthusiast, with lush layered greenery and a peaceful forested buffer between the home and the edge of the Kubota Gardens, creating a dreamlike setting that feels worlds away from the city. Light-filled living spaces are ready for your personal vision, while the large partially finished basement with separate entrance, bedroom, and bathroom offers excellent MIL or multigenerational potential.Located along the Chief Sealth Trail with quick access to freeways, transit, parks, and less than a mile from the lake, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy a peaceful, connected lifestyle within the city.Additional nearby amenities include:• 2 miles to Lakeridge Playfield pickleball courts• 1.5 miles to Pritchard Island Beach• 1.1 miles to the light rail station
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Listed by: Windermere Real Estate/Summit
Bought with: Keller Williams Realty PS
$730,000
9912 51st Avenue S, Seattle, WA 98118
4beds
2,580sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
0.42 Acres Lot
$728,100 Zestimate®
$283/sqft
$5,017 Estimated rent
Home value
$728,100
$677,000 - $786,000
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Offers reviewed: May 19
Listed by:
Rebecca Rice,
Windermere Real Estate/Summit
Bought with:
Christopher Kirchner, 24001211
Keller Williams Realty PS
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2521842
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, 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)
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,580
- Total interior livable area: 2,580 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway
- Has carport: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Fireplace
- Has spa: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
- Features: Adjacent to Public Land, High Voltage Line, Open Lot, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Outbuildings
Details
- Parcel number: 7131300301
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Puget Sound Energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Utilities for property: Comcast Xfinity, Comcast Xfinity
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Seattle
- Subdivision: Upper Rainier Beach
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/8/2026 | Sold | $730,000+5%$283/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2521842 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Pending sale | $695,000$269/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2521842 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $695,000$269/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2521842 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Pending sale | $695,000$269/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2521842 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $695,000+98.6%$269/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2521842 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2015 | Sold | $350,000-1.4%$136/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #794955 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2015 | Pending sale | $355,000$138/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate Mount Baker #794955 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2015 | Price change | $355,000-5.3%$138/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate Mount Baker #794955 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2015 | Pending sale | $375,000$145/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate Mount Baker #794955 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2015 | Listed for sale | $375,000$145/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Northwest, Inc. #794955 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,188 +11.6% | $643,000 +6.1% |
| 2024 | $7,339 +7.7% | $606,000 +6.9% |
| 2023 | $6,812 +1.4% | $567,000 -10.4% |
| 2022 | $6,719 +10.4% | $633,000 +21.7% |
| 2021 | $6,083 +5.2% | $520,000 +10.2% |
| 2020 | $5,780 +3.1% | $472,000 +0.9% |
| 2019 | $5,609 +20% | $468,000 +11.4% |
| 2018 | $4,673 +7.4% | $420,000 +23.9% |
| 2017 | $4,351 +51.1% | $339,000 +16.1% |
| 2016 | $2,880 | $292,000 +12.7% |
| 2015 | $2,880 | $259,000 +16.7% |
| 2014 | $2,880 | $222,000 +26.9% |
| 2013 | $2,880 | $175,000 -19.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $217,000 -10.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $243,000 -11% |
| 2010 | -- | $273,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $273,000 +6.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $257,000 +4.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $246,000 +15.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $213,000 +24.6% |
| 2001 | $2,063 +5.6% | $171,000 +11% |
| 2000 | $1,952 | $154,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Rainier Beach
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Emerson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Aki Kurose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 2/10Rainier Beach High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 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
- 98118
- Rainier Beach
- 9912 51st Avenue S
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