5654 48th Ave SW

1,310 Sq. Ft.
$599 / Sq. Ft.
1,310
Sq. Ft.
$599
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Discover a rare Seaview opportunity with a private, fully fenced backyard that feels like its own retreat. This charming 1-story home with finished basement offers a desirable 3-bedroom, 1.75-bath layout, flexible living spaces, and excellent upside for homeowners and investors alike. The main level features beautiful original hardwood floors, fireplace, charming original built-in shelves, and bright west-facing spaces where you can enjoy gorgeous sunset light. Downstairs, the finished lower level...Discover a rare Seaview opportunity with a private, fully fenced backyard that feels like its own retreat. This charming 1-story home with finished basement offers a desirable 3-bedroom, 1.75-bath layout, flexible living spaces, and excellent upside for homeowners and investors alike. The main level features beautiful original hardwood floors, fireplace, charming original built-in shelves, and bright west-facing spaces where you can enjoy gorgeous sunset light. Downstairs, the finished lower level offers added versatility with a bedroom, bathroom, bonus area, storage, and direct access to the attached garage, ideal for guests, work-from-home space, exercise, and hobbies. The backyard is the true standout: expansive, private, and surrounded by mature greenery, with garden space, a blooming lilac tree, and a classic tire swing that adds instant charm. The generous lot also offers exciting future possibilities, including potential for a backyard ADU (buyer to verify). A successful long-term rental for more than 40 years, this home is ready for its next chapter. Set in a sought-after Seaview location near neighborhood parks, the West Seattle Junction, Beach Drive, and shoreline access via Atlas Place, it offers space, privacy, sunset outlooks, and opportunity in one special West Seattle property.
  1. Listed by Sara Montagne • Keller Williams Realty Bothell
    P: (425)-482-6100 sara@beemurphyteam.com
  2. Listed by Erin Bee Thompson • Keller Williams Realty Bothell
    P: (425)-482-6100 erin@erinbee.com

Property Details for 5654 48th Avenue Southwest

Community Name
Seaview
School District
Seattle
View
Territorial
Number of Assigned Spaces
2
Total Covered Parking
1
Entry Date
05-08-2026
Energy Source
Natural Gas
Sewer
Sewer Connected

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Property Details for 5654 48th Avenue Southwest

StatusActive
MLS #2520425
Days on Market2
Cumulative Days on Market2
Taxes$6,880 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1944
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,256 SF
CountyKing County

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Building Information for 5654 48th Avenue Southwest

Stories-Year Built1944Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,256 SF

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Property Information for 5654 48th Avenue Southwest

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available
  • Area: 140 - West Seattle
  • Elementary School: Fairmount Park
  • Middle Or Junior School: Madison Mid
  • High School: West Seattle High
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: West Seattle Bridge to Fauntleroy Way SW. Right on SW Findlay St. Left on 48th Ave SW, property will be on the left
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway Parking, Garage-Attached
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage
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Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 1
  • 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
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
  • Basement: Finished
  • Features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: Basement bathroom
  • Room and Floor: Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Family Room-Lower, Kitchen Without Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Bathroom Full-Main, Bathroom Three Quarter-Lower, Bedroom-Lower, Bedroom-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Room List: Dining Room, Entry Hall, Family Room, Kitchen Without Eating Space, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Three Quarter, Bedroom
  • Number Of Showers: 2
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Fully Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Seattle City Light
  • Sewer Company: Seattle PUD
  • Water Company: Seattle PUD
  • Power Production Type: 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: public record
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1944
  • Photos Count: 39
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Source: Realist
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 2815600125
  • Building Condition: Average
  • Calculated Square Footage: 1310
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 1310
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 1310.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Multi Family
Building Details
  • Total Uncovered Parking: 1
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 5654 48th Avenue Southwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2520425

$785,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/08/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2520425

$785,000

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

Public Records for 5654 48th Avenue Southwest

Taxable ValueLand$473,000Additions$233,000Total$706,000
Tax Record2025$7,820 ($652 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,070 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt950 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt120 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,256 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1944ZoningNR3CountyKINGAPN281560-0125Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5654 48th 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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5654 48th Avenue Southwest is a single family home for sale in Seattle, WA 98136. This property was listed for sale on May 8, 2026 by Keller Williams Realty Bothell, it's currently listed at $785,000. This listing's school district is Seattle Public Schools. Nearby schools include Fairmount Park Elementary, Madison Middle School and West Seattle High School. 5654 48th Avenue Southwest is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,310 sqft single family home built in 1944.

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