12026 59th Avenue S, Seattle, WA, 98178
About This Home
Excellent opportunity on a spacious 20,000-square-foot lot! The existing 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers potential for renovation, expansion, or a fresh new vision. Ideal for homeowners, investors, builders, or developers looking to unlock the possibilities of this generously sized property. Conveniently located with easy access to Renton, Seattle, Southcenter, public transportation, shopping, and major commuter routes. Property is being sold as-is. Buyer to verify zoning, utilities, subdivision possibilities, and development potential with the appropriate governing agencies. Bring your ideas and explore all this unique property has to offer!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Fair
- Year built: 1908
Materials
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 1908
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,1 Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Dishwasher(s),Refrigerator(s),Water Heater: Electric,Water Heater Location: Mud Room
Basement
- Basement: None
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Room
- Window features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Main Level: 1,Fireplace
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Fireplace,Baseboard,Electric
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 810
- Total interior livable area: 810 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2171400051
- Zoning: R8
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s),Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Dining Room,Fireplace,Hot Tub/Spa,Water Heater
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
- Topography of land: Level
Lot
- Lot size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Paved,Cable TV,Gated Entry,Hot Tub/Spa,RV Parking
Parking
- Parking features: None,RV Parking
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
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in King County and Washington
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,028 | $36,336 |
| Home Insurance * | $121 | $1,452 |
| Property Taxes | $125 | $1,500 |
| Electricity | $149 | $1,793 |
| Total | $3,423 | $41,076 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Washington FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-21 | Listed for sale | $599,000 |
| 2001-06-15 | Sold | $160,250 |
| 2001-04-02 | Sold | $160,250 |
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