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5654 48th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA, 98136

3beds
2baths
1,310sqft
$785,000
$599price/sqft
$4,912/moest. monthly cost
$196,480/yrincome needed

About This Home

Discover a rare Seaview opportunity with a private, fully fenced backyard that feels like its own retreat. This charming 1-story home with finished basement offers a desirable 3-bedroom, 1.75-bath layout, flexible living spaces, and excellent upside for homeowners and investors alike. The main level features beautiful original hardwood floors, fireplace, charming original built-in shelves, and bright west-facing spaces where you can enjoy gorgeous sunset light. Downstairs, the finished lower level offers added versatility with a bedroom, bathroom, bonus area, storage, and direct access to the attached garage, ideal for guests, work-from-home space, exercise, and hobbies. The backyard is the true standout: expansive, private, and surrounded by mature greenery, with garden space, a blooming lilac tree, and a classic tire swing that adds instant charm. The generous lot also offers exciting future possibilities, including potential for a backyard ADU (buyer to verify). A successful long-term rental for more than 40 years, this home is ready for its next chapter. Set in a sought-after Seaview location near neighborhood parks, the West Seattle Junction, Beach Drive, and shoreline access via Atlas Place, it offers space, privacy, sunset outlooks, and opportunity in one special West Seattle property.

Getting Around

64
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
44
TransitSome Transit
63
BikeBikeable

Schools

9/10
Fairmount Park ElementaryGrades PK-50.6 mi
9/10
Madison Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.6 mi
7/10
West Seattle High SchoolGrades 9-121.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Average
  • Year built: 1944

Materials

  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 1944

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • 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: Electric,Water Heater Location: Basement bathroom

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished

Bathroom Full

  • Level: Main

Bathroom Three Quarter

  • Level: Lower

Bedroom

  • Level: Lower

Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Entry Hall

  • Level: Main

Family Room

  • Level: Lower

Features

  • Dining Room
  • Window features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Laminate,Vinyl
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Electric,Main Level: 1,Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Fireplace,Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,310
  • Total interior livable area: 1,310 sqft

Kitchen Without Eating Space

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2815600125
  • Zoning: NR3
  • Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry location: Main
  • Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Dining Room,Fireplace,Water Heater
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Territorial
  • Topography of land: Level
  • Residential vegetation: Garden Space

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,255 sqft
  • Features: Curbs,Paved,Sidewalk,Deck,Fenced-Fully,Gas Available

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Driveway,Attached Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Uncovered spaces: 1