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5617 California Avenue SW #B, Seattle, WA, 98136

2beds
4baths
1,660sqft
$950,000
$572price/sqft
$5,706/moest. monthly cost
$228,240/yrincome needed

About This Home

Builder paid interest rate buy down now available with rates starting as low as 3.75% for qualified buyers! Inquire today for details! Welcome to one of West Seattle's rare Live/Work residences, thoughtfully designed for today's flexible lifestyle. The street-level commercial space with a private entrance is ideal for a professional office, boutique, studio, or other permitted business use, while offering potential income-producing opportunities. Upstairs, the open-concept living level features a designer kitchen, spacious dining area, and inviting living room. The third and fourth floors each offer a private bedroom and full bathroom, providing comfort and privacy. Top it all off with an expansive rooftop deck showcasing breathtaking 180-degree views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains—the perfect place to entertain or enjoy stunning sunsets. Ideally located in a highly walkable West Seattle neighborhood, you're just steps from restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, parks, and everyday conveniences. A rare opportunity to own a versatile home that seamlessly combines modern living, business flexibility, income potential, and an exceptional West Seattle lifestyle. 9 homes are available.

Getting Around

84
WalkingVery Walkable
48
TransitSome Transit
68
BikeBikeable

Schools

7/10
Fairmount Park ElementaryGrades PK-50.3 mi
9/10
Madison Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.5 mi
7/10
West Seattle High SchoolGrades 9-121.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Very Good
  • New construction: Yes
  • Year built: 2026

Materials

  • Roof: Flat
  • Construction materials: Brick,Cement Planked,Wood Siding,Cement Plank

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2026

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Multi Level
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Fourth

Bathroom Three Quarter

  • Level: Third

Bedroom

  • Level: Third

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Den Office

  • Level: Main

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Family Room

  • Level: Second

Features

  • Flooring: Engineered Hardwood

Heating & Cooling

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

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,660
  • Total interior livable area: 1,660 sqft

Kitchen With Eating Space

  • Level: Second

Living Room

  • Level: Second

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Fourth

Other

  • Level: Second

Other

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 0000000000
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Entry location: Main
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Islands,Mountain(s),Sound,Territorial
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Sound

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,001 sqft

Parking

  • Parking features: Off Street

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

  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Coastal Flooding
Earthquake
Heat Wave
Tsunami

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 $4,803$57,636
Home Insurance *$153$1,836
Property Taxes $601$7,212
Electricity $149$1,793
Total$5,706$68,472
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$195,634/yr
40% on housing$171,180/yr
45% on housing$152,160/yr

Washington FAIR Plan Programs

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WildfireWildfire
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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

$572This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98136$392
King County$442

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98136$516
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
2026-07-23Listed for sale$950,000

New Construction

AgentTim Bower
BrokerageBerkshire Hathaway HS NW

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