5202 38th Ave SW

2,080 Sq. Ft.
$577 / Sq. Ft.
2,080
Sq. Ft.
$577
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Modern updates highlight this spacious home that is near the best of West Seattle amenities. Perched above a quiet street, the property features well-maintained landscaping and adjacent forested greenbelt. With its bright interiors, the home has a welcoming energy that is enhanced by rich hardwood flooring and a fireplace anchoring the open-concept living area. Upgraded kitchen has stainless appliances, sleek quartz counters, and large island. Two bedrooms on main level, including primary with ensuite...Modern updates highlight this spacious home that is near the best of West Seattle amenities. Perched above a quiet street, the property features well-maintained landscaping and adjacent forested greenbelt. With its bright interiors, the home has a welcoming energy that is enhanced by rich hardwood flooring and a fireplace anchoring the open-concept living area. Upgraded kitchen has stainless appliances, sleek quartz counters, and large island. Two bedrooms on main level, including primary with ensuite and walk-in closet. Incredible finished lower level boasts media room plus two additional bedrooms. Backyard oasis with expansive deck and a unique outbuilding for use as office or studio space. Layout is ideal for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Easy access to the fantastic restaurants, shops and cafes of Alaska Junction. Steps to elementary school and neighborhood park. Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and LA Fitness are just minutes away.
  1. Listed by Junior Torres • Windermere RE Greenwood
    P: (206)-527-5250 junior@windermere.com

Property Details for 5202 38th Avenue Southwest

Community Name
Fairmount
School District
Seattle
View
Territorial
Number of Assigned Spaces
2
Total Covered Parking
0
Entry Date
04-08-2026
Energy Source
Electric,Natural Gas
Sewer
Sewer Connected
LISTING UPDATED: 05/24/2026 04:01 AM

Property Details for 5202 38th Avenue Southwest

StatusSold
MLS #2503388
Days on Market2
Cumulative Days on Market2
Taxes$10,373 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1961
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,719 SF
CountyKing County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Windermere RE Greenwood

Sold By Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc

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Building Information for 5202 38th Avenue Southwest

Stories-Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,719 SF

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Property Information for 5202 38th Avenue Southwest

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings
  • Area: 140 - West Seattle
  • Elementary School: Fairmount Park
  • Middle Or Junior School: Madison Mid
  • High School: West Seattle High
  • Directions: W Seattle Bridge to Fauntleroy Way SW. Left onto SW Dawson Street. Right onto 38th Avenue SW. Home on left.
  • Bus Route Number: 21, 773
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Parking Type: Driveway Parking, Off Street
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 1
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 1
  • 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: 2
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 2
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 2
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Basement: Finished
  • Features: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: Basement
  • Room and Floor: Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Rec Room-Lower, Dining Room-Main, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Utility Room-Lower, Bathroom Full-Lower, Bathroom Full-Main, Bedroom-Main, Bedroom-Lower, Bathroom Three Quarter-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Rec Room, Dining Room, Kitchen With Eating Space, Entry Hall, Utility Room, Bathroom Full, Bedroom, Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Number Of Showers: 3
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Metal/Vinyl
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Seattle City Light
  • Sewer Company: Seattle Public Utilities
  • Water Company: Seattle Public Utilities
  • 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,Terraces
  • Construction Methods: Standard Frame
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Public records
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 3
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Curbs, Dead End Street, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 3259400096
  • Building Condition: Very Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 2080
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 2080
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 2080.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Multi Family
Building Details
  • Total Uncovered Parking: 2
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 5202 38th Avenue Southwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 23, 2026

Sold

NWMLS #2503388

$1,200,000
Apr 21, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1936346711

$1,200,000

+4.0% / yr

Apr 10, 2026

Pending

NWMLS #2503388

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/23/2026

Sold

NWMLS #2503388

$1,200,000
04/21/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1936346711

$1,200,000

+4.0% / yr

04/10/2026

Pending

NWMLS #2503388

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

Public Records for 5202 38th Avenue Southwest

Taxable ValueLand$582,000Additions$481,000Total$1,063,000
Tax Record2025$11,530 ($961 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.8Total Finished SqFt2,940 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt2,040 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt900 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,719 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961ZoningNR3CountyKINGAPN325940-0096Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5202 38th Avenue Southwest

This home is within Seattle Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Fairmount Park Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Madison Middle School
Public6 to 8

West Seattle High School
Public9 to 12

Louisa Boren STEM K-8
PublicPK to 8

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Listing Courtesy of Windermere RE Greenwood

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