Welcome to a truly special home offering breathtaking views of Puget Sound, Vashon Island, and the Olympic Mountains. Ideally situated on a quiet street, this home provides a peaceful and private setting. With 1,920 sq ft of inviting living space, it features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a functional layout that suits a variety of lifestyles. Newer Andersen windows fill the home with natural light and showcase the incredible views. The expansive deck is perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing year-round. The lower level offers an amazing family room, ideal for gatherings or additional living space. Recent updates include a newly remodeled bathroom, new washer and dryer, a new 50-year roof, and solar panels for energy efficiency and low utility costs. Set on a 3,200 sq ft lot, the mature, easy-care yard is fully fenced, creating a wonderful outdoor space.
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Listed by: Windermere Real Estate Co.
$1,100,000
8451 40th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98136
3beds
1,920sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
3,201.66 Square Feet Lot
$1,073,300 Zestimate®
$573/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New washer and dryerNewly remodeled bathroomShowcase the incredible views
- 2 days |
- 733 |
- 24 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 28, 2026 at 03:12pm
Offers reviewed: Apr 02
Listed by:
Pamela A. Jensen,
Windermere Real Estate Co.,
Brigid Mackey,
Windermere Real Estate/Summit
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2498508
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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: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Den office
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Electric, Solar Hot Water, Solar (Unspecified)
Cooling
- 90%+ High Efficiency, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,920
- Total interior livable area: 1,920 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Off Street
- Has carport: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Sound
Lot
- Size: 3,201.66 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Open Lot, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Dog Run, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Hot Tub/Spa, Propane
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 2493200325
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Very Good
- Year built: 1960
- Major remodel year: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Seattle
- Water: Public, Company: City of Seattle
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Gatewood
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $573/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $778,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,619
- Offers reviewed: 04/02/2026
- Date on market: 3/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$1,073,300
$1.02M - $1.13M
$4,088/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+86.6%$573/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2498508 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2015 | Sold | $589,500$307/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #768684 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,619 +5.5% | $778,000 +5.4% |
| 2023 | $7,225 +5.1% | $738,000 -5.9% |
| 2022 | $6,877 +7.9% | $784,000 +17.5% |
| 2021 | $6,373 +3.7% | $667,000 +9.3% |
| 2020 | $6,142 +0.4% | $610,000 -1% |
| 2019 | $6,117 +12.4% | $616,000 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $5,444 -2.4% | $609,000 +11.7% |
| 2017 | $5,580 +43.2% | $545,000 +14.3% |
| 2016 | $3,897 | $477,000 +5.8% |
| 2015 | $3,897 | $451,000 +15.3% |
| 2014 | $3,897 | $391,000 +11.4% |
| 2013 | $3,897 | $351,000 +8.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $323,000 -10.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $361,000 -4.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $379,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $379,000 +2.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $370,000 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $349,000 +10.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $315,000 +52.2% |
| 2001 | $2,475 +5.7% | $207,000 +11.3% |
| 2000 | $2,342 | $186,000 |
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Est. payment
$6,345/mo
Principal & interest
$5593
Property taxes
$752
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Fauntleroy
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Arbor Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Denny Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Chief Sealth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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