Embrace the sweet life from this beautifully renovated Alaska Junction home sited on an enviable street-to-alley lot with great DADU potential! This thoughtfully updated home lives large, blending charm with modern amenities. Vaulted ceilings, skylights and exceptional natural light enhance the open-concept layout, while hardwood floors, fresh paint, a chef’s kitchen with slab quartz counters, full tiled bath with radiant heated floors, & mini-split heating/cooling elevate everyday living. The flexible lower level with walk-out access features a big rec room, office nook & utility room with storage space. The terraced lot offers a host of possibilities. Enjoy the elevated deck and meandering flagstone path that leads to the lovely garden area. Or explore your options for building a DADU or 2nd home on this level front yard. Oversized single-car garage with driveway + bonus parking space off the alley. Live just moments from the heart of West Seattle with a 91 Walk Score and outstanding access to neighborhood restaurants, retailers, Trader Joes & Whole Foods, transit, parks & more!
Pending
Listed by: Windermere West Metro
$850,000
4432 40th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98116
2beds
1,632sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
4,312.44 Square Feet Lot
$848,600 Zestimate®
$521/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Enviable street-to-alley lotOffice nookExceptional natural lightBig rec roomHardwood floorsElevated deckLovely garden area
- 41 days |
- 608 |
- 28 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 02, 2026 at 11:06pm
Listed by:
Scott Monroe,
Windermere West Metro,
Molly Kemper,
Windermere West Metro
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2485049
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Heat Pump, Wall Furnace, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless
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 Location: Basement Utility Room
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,632 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 4,312.44 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Partially
- Topography: Level,Terraces
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 0952005460
- 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: Block, Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1909
- Major remodel year: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Alaska Junction
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $521/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $876,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,738
- Date on market: 2/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 42 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$848,600
$806,000 - $891,000
$2,766/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16/2026 | Pending sale | $850,000$521/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2485049 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $850,000+38.2%$521/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2485049 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2024 | Listing removed | $3,500$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2024 | Price change | $3,500-2.8%$2/sqft |
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| 9/30/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,600+2.9%$2/sqft |
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| 4/22/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/18/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,500+6.1%$2/sqft |
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| 5/17/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/28/2022 | Listed for rent | $3,300+17.9%$2/sqft |
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| 5/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/6/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,800$2/sqft |
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| 7/15/2019 | Sold | $615,000-1.6%$377/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1450402 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2019 | Pending sale | $624,950$383/sqft |
Source: Engel & V�lkers Mercer Island #1450402 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2019 | Price change | $624,950+4.2%$383/sqft |
Source: Engel & Voelkers Mercer Island #1450402 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2019 | Price change | $599,950-1.5%$368/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2019 | Listed for sale | $609,000+35.3%$373/sqft |
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| 9/25/2018 | Sold | $450,000-30.2%$276/sqft |
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| 7/31/2018 | Listed for sale | $645,000$395/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate Co. #1336118 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2018 | Pending sale | $645,000$395/sqft |
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| 7/27/2018 | Price change | $645,000-5.8%$395/sqft |
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| 7/18/2018 | Listed for sale | $685,000+87.2%$420/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate Co. #1328927 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2007 | Sold | $366,000+70.2%$224/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #27138798 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2002 | Sold | $215,000$132/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #22204967 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,646 +11.4% | $876,000 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $7,759 +13.4% | $797,000 +2.2% |
| 2022 | $6,845 +2.2% | $780,000 +10.8% |
| 2021 | $6,699 +21% | $704,000 +27.3% |
| 2019 | $5,535 +10.4% | $553,000 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $5,013 -0.4% | $557,000 +14.1% |
| 2017 | $5,035 +42.1% | $488,000 +15.1% |
| 2016 | $3,545 | $424,000 +9.6% |
| 2015 | $3,545 | $387,000 +9.6% |
| 2014 | $3,545 | $353,000 +10% |
| 2013 | $3,545 | $321,000 +9.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $293,000 -5.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $309,000 +8.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $285,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $285,000 +4.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $273,000 +7.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $255,000 -5.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $269,000 +33.8% |
| 2001 | $2,406 +6.6% | $201,000 +12.3% |
| 2000 | $2,257 | $179,000 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,687/mo
Principal & interest
$4106
Property taxes
$581
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Genesee
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Genesee Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Madison Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10West Seattle High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Genesee Hill Elementary
- 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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