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$715,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,810 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 11 days ago
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One very special timeless charmer in the highly coveted neighborhood of Mt. Baker in S. Seattle. This 1927 Craftsman with tons of character awaits your vision to come in and make it your own. The thoughtful layout and versatile floor plan make it an irresistible opportunity to bring this beautiful home back to its original charm with all the modern updates and amenities you desire. With 4 bedrooms and 1.75 bathrooms, if offers room for all your guests to enjoy. As an added bonus, this home has an expansive unfinished basement just waiting to be finished, adding an extra 1,100 sq ft of living space. Outside, a fully fenced 6,180 sq ft lot with mature trees, provides privacy and a fully fenced yard. A detached 1 car garage is the final perk to greet you when arriving home. Location is the cherry on top being minutes away from the neighborhood restaurants, coffee shops, light rail and parks. Don't miss your chance to see this property.

Full Property Details for 3838 38th Ave. S

General

  • Price: $715,000
  • Taxes: $8,563 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: NWMLS
  • MLS ID: 2584649
  • Updated: 9/22/2026
  • Added to Site: 14 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Gas
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper - 3/4 Baths: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Bedrooms Main: 2

Additional Information

  • Amenities: Fenced-Fully
  • Security/Safety: Fully Fenced

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage

Location

  • Area: 380 - Southeast Seattle
  • County: King
  • Subdivision: Mt Baker
  • Building Name: Sunrise Addition
  • Driving Directions: Take Exit 3A for Rainier Avenue S. At the end of the ramp, turn left onto Rainier. Continue south on Rainier Ave S. for approx. 1 mile. Turn left onto S McClellan St. Turn right onto 38th Ave S.

School Information

  • High School District: Seattle
  • Elementary School: Cedar Park Elementary
  • Middle School: Mercer Mid
  • High School: Franklin High

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Type: Baseboard, Forced Air
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Structure Type: House
  • Exterior Const.: Wood
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Square Feet: 2,810
  • Finished Total: 1,710 Sq. Ft.
  • Unfinished Total: 1,100 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Property Condition: Fair

Lot Features

  • Property View: Partial, Territorial
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1419
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,180
  • Lot Size Source: Realist
  • Lot Dimensions: 103 x 60
  • Topography: Level
  • Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $8,563.33
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: None
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Property ID: 8121100365
  • Block: 2
  • Lot Number: 33-34
Buyer's Brokerage Compensation: 2.5%
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Schools serving 3838 38th Ave. S

School District:Seattle School District
NameGradesDistance
John Muir Elementary School, Seattle, WA
3301 South Horton Street, Seattle, WA 98144
PK-50.4 mi
Washington Middle School, Seattle, WA
2101 South Jackson Street, Seattle, WA 98144
6-82.2 mi
Franklin High School, Seattle, WA
3013 South Mount Baker Boulevard, Seattle, WA 98144
9-120.6 mi
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Price & Sales History for 3838 38th Ave. S Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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9/19/2026
Listed
$715,000
33.64%
MLS
7/29/2026
Sold
$535,000
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Tax History for 3838 38th Ave. S

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$8,563
13%
$781,000
6%
2024
$7,579
-1%
$739,000
-2%
2024
$7,684
13%
$756,000
—
2022
$6,826
9%
$756,000
14%
2021
$6,269
—
$666,000
10%
2021
$6,269
-1%
$607,000
-3%
2020
$6,353
9%
$626,000
-2%
2019
$5,826
3%
$639,000
19%
2018
$5,647
-3%
$539,000
-8%
2017
$5,846
13%
$584,000
16%
2016
$5,164
10%
$502,000
8%
2015
$4,676
4%
$465,000
15%
2014
$4,494
—
$405,000
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