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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,720 sqft$491/sqft
3953 SW Kenyon St, Seattle, WA 98136
Single FamilyProperty Type
4,320 sq ftLot Size
1942Year Built
$491/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Cape Cod-style bungalow is in the heart of the Gatewood community of West Seattle. This charming home offers a perfect mix of comfort & modern amenities. The living room is well-lit with built-ins & a wood-burning fireplace. The updated kitchen features Quartz countertops & stainless steel appliances. Updates include A/C (heat pump), Hardi plank siding, interior doors, a second bathroom, & electrical—a finished basement with a fantastic newer bathroom. Fenced backyard with sound views. The shed provides...Cape Cod-style bungalow is in the heart of the Gatewood community of West Seattle. This charming home offers a perfect mix of comfort & modern amenities. The living room is well-lit with built-ins & a wood-burning fireplace. The updated kitchen features Quartz countertops & stainless steel appliances. Updates include A/C (heat pump), Hardi plank siding, interior doors, a second bathroom, & electrical—a finished basement with a fantastic newer bathroom. Fenced backyard with sound views. The shed provides ample storage/studio space. There's off-street parking with room for an RV or boat. The property is within walking distance of shopping, coffee shops, & restaurants, close to parks, excellent schools, and an easy commute!
  • Listed by: Jeff Sievers 425.743.1600 jeff@jeffsievers.com • John L. Scott Mill Creek
Listing closed: 08/01/2024 12:00 AM • Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 2252925

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$790,000

Avg days on market

24

Sale-to-list ratio

97.3%

Seattle, WA

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Location

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Property Information for 3953 Southwest Kenyon Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,838 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: King County
  • Community Name: Gatewood
  • School District: Seattle
  • View: Sound, Territorial
  • Number of Assigned Spaces: 0
  • Total Covered Parking: 0
  • Entry Date: 06-19-2024
  • Energy Source: Electric,Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Lot Size: 0.10 AC / 4,320 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking, Shop
  • Area: 140 - West Seattle
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: From 35th AV SW, go west on Kenyon ST or from California AV SW, go east on Kenyon ST. Ample street parking on either street or use driveway.
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2024
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: RV Parking, Garage-Detached, Off Street
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: RV Parking, Detached Garage, Off Street
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 1
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 2
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 1
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Basement: Finished
  • Features: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: basement
  • Room and Floor: Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Bedroom-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Bathroom Full-Main, Utility Room-Main, Family Room-Lower, Bedroom-Lower, Dining Room-Main, Bathroom Full-Lower
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Central A/C, Forced Air
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: gas
  • Room List: Kitchen With Eating Space, Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Entry Hall, Bathroom Full, Utility Room, Family Room, Dining Room
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Cement Planked, Wood, Wood Products
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: FullyFenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Seattle City Light
  • Sewer Company: City of Seattle
  • Water Company: City of Seattle
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • Lot Topography: Level
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Builder plan
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1942
  • Photos Count: 39
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Source: realist
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 3013300675
  • Building Condition: Very Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 1720
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 1720
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 1720.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 3953 Southwest Kenyon Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 1, 2024

Sold

NWMLS #2252925

$845,000
Jul 31, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1537865030

$845,000

+4.7% / yr

Jul 5, 2024

Pending

NWMLS #2252925

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/01/2024

Sold

NWMLS #2252925

$845,000
07/31/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1537865030

$845,000

+4.7% / yr

07/05/2024

Pending

NWMLS #2252925

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3953 Southwest Kenyon Street

Taxable ValueLand$341,000Additions$446,000Total$787,000
Tax Record2026$8,421 ($702 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,480 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,700 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt780 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,320 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1942Year Renovated1942ZoningNR3CountyKINGAPN301330-0675

Schools near 3953 Southwest Kenyon Street

This home is within Seattle Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Gatewood Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Madison Middle School
Public6 to 8

West Seattle High School
Public9 to 12

Louisa Boren STEM K-8
PublicPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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