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Property Description
50K price reduction - This exceptional Seaview home, located on one of West Seattle's most historic streets offers 5 beds and 3.5 baths with Sound and Olympic Mountain views and a separate, fully contained living space on the lower level. This incredible location is a quick 10-15 minute commute downtown and walking distance to the vibrant and engaging Alaska St and Morgan St. Junctions which boast cafes, restaurants, shops and boutiques. Spread over 3 floors, you'll find multiple living/family rooms, a large Sound and mountain view deck and 4 wood burning fireplaces. The primary suite offers beautiful views and a 5-piece ensuite, 2nd floor laundry and a large walk-in closet. The basement is a fully self-contained 1 bedroom apartment with separate entry and laundry. Don't miss the solar array on the roof and 2, permitted, level 2, EV chargers in the carport/garage. Additionally, this home offers Cat 6 ethernet throughout.  The oversized lot contains a garage, carport and 2 additional parking spots off the alley along with a sunny patio space in the back yard, surrounded by mature native plants. Located within walking distance to restaurants, bars, live music, live theater and shopping, this location can't be beat. The metro C Line is 1 block away on California Ave and offers quick service to downtown Seattle. This home is truly the whole package in an historic and beautiful neighborhood of fantastic West Seattle.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5632 42nd Ave SW
General
- Sold For: $1,325,000
- Taxes: $13,868 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2535281
- Added to Site: 107 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Jetted Tub, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Upper - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
- Bedrooms Main: 2
Additional Information
- Amenities: Deck, Electric Car Charging, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Patio
- Security/Safety: Partially Fenced
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Uncovered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached Carport
Location
- Area: 140 - West Seattle
- County: King
- Subdivision: Seaview
- Driving Directions: GPS accurate
School Information
- High School District: Seattle
- Elementary School: Fairmount Park
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ductless, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Ductless, Heat Pump
- Water Heater: electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Wood
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Lower, Main
- Square Feet: 3,840
- Finished Total: 3,840 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1946
- Property Condition: Very Good
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountains, Sound
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1435
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,250
- Lot Size Source: realist
- Topography: Level
- Lot Features: Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Green Features
- Energy Generation: Solar
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $13,868
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Leased Equipment, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 2461900770
Listed by Jennifer Larson | John L Scott RE West Seattle | (206) 935-7700
Sold by Christina Castillo | Ensemble
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Schools
Schools serving 5632 42nd Ave SW
School District:Seattle School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fairmount Park Elementary 3800 Southwest Findlay Street, Seattle, WA 98126 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Madison Middle School, Seattle, WA 3429 45th Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98116 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi |
West Seattle High School 3000 California Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98116 | 9-12 | 1.8 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 5632 42nd Ave SW
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/14/2026
Sold
$1,325,000
1.93%
MLS
7/17/2026
Price Reduced
$1,299,950
-3.7%
MLS
6/18/2026
Listed
$1,349,950
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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.
5632 42nd Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98136 (MLS# 2535281) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,325,000 on September 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 5632 42nd 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.

