5953 California Ave SW, Unit 1A

Seattle, WA 98136

$388,500
Price
1
Bed
589 Sq. Ft.
$660 / Sq. Ft.
589
Sq. Ft.
$660
per Sq. Ft.
a front view of a house with a garden
a view of a patio with a table and chairs under an umbrella
a kitchen with white cabinets and appliances
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances kitchen island granite countertop a table chairs sink and cabinets
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a refrigerator and a stove top oven
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a living room with furniture a fireplace and a flat screen tv
a bedroom with a bed and a chandelier
a bedroom with bed and window
a bedroom with a bed and painting on the wall
a bathroom with a sink vanity granite tub shower and a mirror
a view of walk in closet with clothes and shoes
a utility room with a window dryer and washer
a view of a patio with table and chairs potted plants and large tree
a backyard of a house with table and chairs
a view of a garage
a view of a car parking garage
a view of a patio with a table and chairs under an umbrella
a view of a house with a small yard plants and large trees
an aerial view of multiple house
an aerial view of a city
an aerial view of residential building and ocean
Listing provided courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Midtown

Description

No rental cap. Here, tucked back in the sw corner off California Ave where folks can relax and recall adventures from days spent kicking around West Seattle's famed amenities. Smack dab between Lincoln Park, Alki Beach and The Junction this cozy corner unit and all it's updates ensure a tranquil, hassle-free environment to call home. Beneath a brand new roof guests will find glistening hardwood floors connecting the modernized kitchen passed a custom touched bath onto a newly carpeted bedroom set...No rental cap. Here, tucked back in the sw corner off California Ave where folks can relax and recall adventures from days spent kicking around West Seattle's famed amenities. Smack dab between Lincoln Park, Alki Beach and The Junction this cozy corner unit and all it's updates ensure a tranquil, hassle-free environment to call home. Beneath a brand new roof guests will find glistening hardwood floors connecting the modernized kitchen passed a custom touched bath onto a newly carpeted bedroom set apart from the main living space. Maximize these glorious Seattle evenings grilling on the expanded 200+sft private patio surrounded by lush NW native gardens. As the seasons change the cozy gas fireplace will surely entice fireside entertaining!
  1. Listed by Peter Mullenbach • Windermere Real Estate Midtown

Property Details for 5953 California Avenue Southwest, Unit 1A

Community Name
Seaview
School District
Seattle
Number of Assigned Spaces
1
Entry Date
08-13-2025
Energy Source
Electric,Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 11/03/2025 04:12 PM

Property Details for 5953 California Avenue Southwest, Unit 1A

StatusActive
MLS #2419699
Days on Market157
Cumulative Days on Market157
Taxes$3,454 / year
HOA Fees$407 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built2001
CountyKing County

Location

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Building Information for 5953 California Avenue Southwest, Unit 1A

Building/Complex5953 California Ave SwFloor1Stories2Residences4Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built2001

Payment Calculator

$2,588 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,893

Property Taxes

$288

HOA Dues

$407

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Property Information for 5953 California Avenue Southwest, Unit 1A

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Area: 140 - West Seattle
  • Elementary School: Gatewood
  • Middle Or Junior School: Madison Mid
  • High School: West Seattle High
  • Community Features: Fire Sprinklers, Garden Space, Gated, High Speed Int Avail, Outside Entry
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Unit Floor Number: 1
  • Directions: Maps app is accurate.
  • Bus Route Number: 22, 128, C-Line, 773
  • Property Sub Type: COND
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • Remodeled/Updated: true
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Home Owner Dues Include: Common Area Maintenance, Sewer, Trash, Water
  • Association Phone: 206-935-7591
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Common Garage, Off Street
  • Parking Features: Common Garage, Off Street
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • 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: 1
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Features: Cooking-Gas, Dryer-Electric, End Unit, Fireplace, Ground Floor, Ice Maker, Insulated Windows, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Washer, Water Heater
  • Window Coverings: New blinds
  • Water Heater Location: Laundry closet
  • Appliance Hookups: Cooking-Gas,Dryer-Electric,Ice Maker,Washer
  • Common Features: Fire Sprinklers, Garden Space, High Speed Int Avail, Outside Entry, Security Gate
  • Room and Floor: Bathroom Full-Main, Bedroom-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Utility Room-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Forced Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Room List: Bathroom Full, Bedroom, Entry Hall, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Utility Room
  • Number Of Showers: 1
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Brick, Cement Planked, Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Security Gate
Property
Utilities
  • Power Company: Puget Sound Energy
  • Sewer Company: HOA
  • Water Company: HOA
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Special Assessment: No
  • Level: One
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Matrix
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 2001
  • Photos Count: 22
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 1295000010
  • Calculated Square Footage: 589
  • Dwelling Type: Attached
  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Square Footage Finished: 0
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Building Area Total: 589.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • CoOp: No
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • Green Energy Efficient: Insulated Windows
Multi Family
Building Details
  • Parking Space #: 8
  • Number of Stories in Building: 2
  • Number of Access Stairs: 0
  • Unit Number: 1-A
  • Owner Occupancy Percentage: 94
  • Unit Features: Balcony/Deck/Patio, End Unit, Ground Floor, Insulated Windows, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk-in Closet
  • Number of Units in Complex: 8
  • Units In Building Total: 4
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Rental Cap: No Rental Cap
  • Cats and Dogs: Cats OK, Dogs OK, See Remarks

Property History for 5953 California Avenue Southwest, Unit 1A

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 2, 2025

Price Change

NWMLS #2419699

$388,500—
Aug 13, 2025

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2419699

$390,000—
Oct 1, 2019

Sold

NWMLS #1494107

$281,000—
Aug 21, 2019

Pending

NWMLS #1494107

—
Jul 25, 2019

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1494107

$304,000—
Sep 3, 2009

Sold

NWMLS #29115606

$203,000—
Aug 23, 2009

Pending

NWMLS #29115606

—
Aug 12, 2009

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #29115606

$199,950—
May 23, 2002

Sold

NWMLS #22015069

$172,425—
Apr 25, 2002

Pending

NWMLS #22015069

—
Feb 2, 2002

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #22015069

$168,925—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/02/2025

Price Change

NWMLS #2419699

$388,500
08/13/2025

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2419699

$390,000
10/01/2019

Sold

NWMLS #1494107

$281,000
08/21/2019

Pending

NWMLS #1494107

—
07/25/2019

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1494107

$304,000
09/03/2009

Sold

NWMLS #29115606

$203,000
08/23/2009

Pending

NWMLS #29115606

—
08/12/2009

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #29115606

$199,950
05/23/2002

Sold

NWMLS #22015069

$172,425
04/25/2002

Pending

NWMLS #22015069

—
02/02/2002

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #22015069

$168,925

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

Public Records for 5953 California Avenue Southwest, Unit 1A

Taxable ValueLand$78,500Additions$197,500Total$276,000
Tax Record2018$2,324 ($194 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Above Ground SqFt589 SqFtStories3Lot Size7,498 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built2001Year Renovated2001ZoningLR3 RCCountyKINGAPN1295000010

Schools near 5953 California Avenue Southwest, Unit 1A

This home is within Seattle Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Gatewood Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Madison Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
West Seattle High School
Public - 9 to 12
Louisa Boren STEM K-8
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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More information about 5953 California Avenue Southwest, Unit 1A, Seattle, WA 98136

5953 California Avenue Southwest, Unit 1A is a condo for sale in Seattle, WA 98136. This property was listed for sale on August 13, 2025 by Windermere Real Estate Midtown, it's currently listed at $388,500. It has been on the market for a total of 157 days and was last sold on October 1, 2019. This listing's school district is Seattle Public Schools. Nearby schools include Gatewood Elementary School, Madison Middle School and West Seattle High School. 5953 California Avenue Southwest, Unit 1A is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 589 sqft condo built in 2001.

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