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2454 55th Avenue SW #A, Seattle, WA, 98116

3beds
4baths
1,638sqft
$1,099,000
$671price/sqft
$6,579/moest. monthly cost
$263,160/yrincome needed

About This Home

Tucked just blocks from Alki Beach, this brand-new home from trusted local builder The Best Practice offers effortless beach living with expansive views of Puget Sound from your rooftop retreat. The first floor features a private garage and bedroom plus bathroom for rest, office space or flexible use, opening up to a private, fully fenced patio. The main level is light-filled and welcoming, featuring a gorgeous kitchen with stunning quartz slab and custom window backsplash, locally made cabinets and hood encasement, plus a mid-century inspired feature wall. Enjoy space for dining and a comfortable living room with a convenient powder room for guests. On the third floor, a secondary bedroom sits alongside a peaceful primary suite with vaulted ceilings and heated bathroom floors. Extra features including engineered hardwood floors throughout and charming tile work in the bathrooms and laundry room, making this home truly special. The showstopper is the rooftop deck — a generous living space with some of the best views around, made for entertaining or simply taking in the scenery. Just moments from the beach, this home offers a low-maintenance lifestyle in one of West Seattle's most sought-after spots.

Getting Around

62
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
35
TransitSome Transit
63
BikeBikeable

Schools

8/10
Alki Elementary SchoolGrades PK-50.3 mi
9/10
Madison Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.8 mi
7/10
West Seattle High SchoolGrades 9-120.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • New construction: Yes
  • Year built: 2026

Materials

  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Flat
  • Construction materials: Cement Planked,Wood Siding,Cement Plank

Other

  • Builder name: Best Practice Construction Co LLC

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Contemporary,Townhouse
  • Property subType: Townhouse,Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Dishwasher(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Water Heater: Electric

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Third

Bathroom Three Quarter

  • Level: Third

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedroom

  • Level: Third

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: Second

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Bath Off Primary,Dining Room
  • Window features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Engineered Hardwood

Great Room

  • Level: Second

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Ductless,Electric
  • Cooling features: Ductless

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,638
  • Total interior livable area: 1,638 sqft

Kitchen With Eating Space

  • Level: Second

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Third

Other

  • Level: Second

Utility Room

  • Level: Third

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 245655TBD
  • Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary,Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Dining Room,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Water Heater
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Partial,Sound
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Sound
  • Topography of land: Partial Slope

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,197 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot,Curbs,Paved,Sidewalk,Fenced-Partially,Rooftop Deck

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Attached Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Covered spaces: 1

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Heat Wave

FEMA Declared Disasters in King County and Washington

Fire
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $5,557$66,684
Home Insurance *$177$2,124
Property Taxes $696$8,352
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$6,579$78,948
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$225,565/yr
40% on housing$197,370/yr
45% on housing$175,440/yr

Washington FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 306Commercial: 55
Total Premiums$858,000
Total Exposure$176.33M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.9%
8.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.0%
3.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.7%
1.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$671This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98116$455
King County$442

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98116$570
King County$485

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-22Listed for sale$1,099,000

New Construction

AgentJohn Cowan
BrokerageWindermere Real Estate Co.

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