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Property Description
A slice of heaven awaits! Wake each morning to breathtaking Puget Sound and Olympic Mountain views from this beautifully maintained home, perfectly situated on a peaceful dead-end street. Just blocks from Alki Beach, Alaska Junction, and Schmitz Preserve Park, you'll enjoy the best of West Seattle's coveted beach-town lifestyle while coming home to tranquility and unforgettable sunsets. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated, this move-in-ready home features fresh exterior paint, select interior paint, refinished hardwood floors, updated light fixtures, new carpet in the family room, replacement windows in the primary bedroom, refreshed landscaping, and central A/C for year-round comfort. The home offers a main-floor den or guest room with Sound views, generous living and dining rooms, and an updated kitchen with gas cooking, bar seating, and a sunny breakfast nook. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the inviting family room with a cozy gas fireplace. Enjoy the beautifully appointed patio, perfect for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or relaxing at the end of the day. For added peace of mind, the home has been pre-inspected, major systems have been serviced, and the roof was replaced a few years ago. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home with spectacular views in one of West Seattle's most desirable neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4048 56th Ave SW
General
- Sold For: $1,720,000
- Taxes: $16,060 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2554341
- Added to Site: 81 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Additional Information
- Amenities: Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Patio
- Security/Safety: Fully Fenced
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached Garage
Location
- Area: 140 - West Seattle
- County: King
- Subdivision: Genesee
- Building Name: Chilbergs Add to W S
- Driving Directions: West Seattle Bridge, take SW Oregon St to SW Genesee st to 56th Ave SW. Follow the road to dead end street . Home is on the right.
School Information
- High School District: Seattle
- Elementary School: Genesee Hill Elementary
- Middle School: Madison Mid
- High School: West Seattle High
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Water Heater: gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Cement/Concrete, Stone, Wood Products
- Basement Desc.: None
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 2,520
- Finished Total: 2,520 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1995
- Property Condition: Very Good
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountains, Sound
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0861
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,750
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $16,060
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 1563102685
- Block: 17
- Lot Number: 19-20
Listed by Tammy S. Miller | Windermere Real Estate/East | (425) 822-5100
Sold by Beth Bylund | Windermere Real Estate Midtown
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Schools
Schools serving 4048 56th Ave SW
School District:Seattle School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Genesee Hill Elementary School 5013 Southwest Dakota Street, Seattle, WA 98116 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Madison Middle School, Seattle, WA 3429 45th Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98116 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
West Seattle High School 3000 California Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98116 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 4048 56th Ave SW
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/10/2026
Sold
$1,720,000
-3.14%
MLS
7/15/2026
Listed
$1,775,800
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
4048 56th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98116 (MLS# 2554341) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,720,000 on September 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 4048 56th Avenue SW? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Seattle? You can browse all Seattle real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

