Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,570 sqft$391/sqft
7512 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136
Single FamilyProperty Type
4,882 sq ftLot Size
1941Year Built
$391/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Westward facing Puget Sound views from the front of the house coupled with a backyard oasis designed for outdoor gatherings highlight this lovingly cared for gem in the heart of desirable Gatewood. Coved ceilings, a formal dining room and chic living room with fireplace create a warm and inviting main level. Off street parking for up to three vehicles and alley access! Top floor, sweeping water views & a basement with a large rec room and bonus room make this house a jewel from top to bottom.Westward facing Puget Sound views from the front of the house coupled with a backyard oasis designed for outdoor gatherings highlight this lovingly cared for gem in the heart of desirable Gatewood. Coved ceilings, a formal dining room and chic living room with fireplace create a warm and inviting main level. Off street parking for up to three vehicles and alley access! Top floor, sweeping water views & a basement with a large rec room and bonus room make this house a jewel from top to bottom.
  • Listed by: Elliott Nutt 425.285.1324 notices@sterlingjohnstonre.com • Sterling, Johnston & Assoc
Listing closed: 05/12/2016 12:00 AM • Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 918148

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$700,000

Avg days on market

21

Sale-to-list ratio

100.7%

Seattle, WA

9 comparable properties found

1

$615,000

Sold 07/10/25

3
Bedrooms
1.75
Bathrooms
1,690
Square Feet
0.11
Acres
$685,000 | 3543 Southwest Southern Street, Seattle, WA 98126
1/21
2

$685,000

Sold 04/16/25

3
Bedrooms
1,380
Square Feet
0.09
Acres
a front view of a house with garden
1/21
3

$700,000

Sold 02/27/25

3
Bedrooms
1,580
Square Feet
0.16
Acres
$710,000 | 7927 27th Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98126
1/36
4

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Sold 12/12/25

3
Bedrooms
1,540
Square Feet
0.15
Acres
$649,000 | 5621 Fauntleroy Way Southwest, Unit A, Seattle, WA 98136
1/26
5

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Sold 12/13/24

3
Bedrooms
1,600
Square Feet
0.05
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a front view of a house
1/31
6

$700,000

Sold 03/06/25

3
Bedrooms
1,780
Square Feet
0.06
Acres
$740,000 | 8471 35th Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98126
1/38
7

$740,000

Sold 02/24/25

3
Bedrooms
1,620
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard
1/2
8

$682,000

Sold 09/27/24

3
Bedrooms
1,620
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$710,000 | 9713 33rd Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98126
1/26
9

$710,000

Sold 07/16/25

3
Bedrooms
1,620
Square Feet
0.14
Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sterling, Johnston & Assoc

Sold By Windermere RE/Greenwood

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Property Information for 7512 California Avenue Southwest

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,443 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: King County
  • Community Name: Gatewood
  • School District: Seattle
  • View: Mountain(s), Sound, Territorial
  • Number of Assigned Spaces: 2
  • Total Covered Parking: 2
  • Entry Date: 04-01-2016
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 4,882 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Patio, RV Parking
  • Area: 140 - West Seattle
  • Block: 16
  • Elementary School: Gatewood
  • Middle Or Junior School: Denny Mid
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: From I-5 take the West Seattle Bridge exit. Continue west onto Fauntleroy until you reach California Ave & take a left heading south. The home is located on the east side of California before Austin.
  • Bus Route Number: 22
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2015
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Type: RV Parking
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: RV Parking
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
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Softwood, Hardwood, Slate
  • Basement: Daylight, Partially Finished
  • Features: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Fir/Softwood, Hardwood, Dining Room, Security System, Skylight(s)
  • Water Heater Location: Basement
  • Room and Floor: Bathroom Three Quarter-Lower, Bedroom-Main, Bedroom-Upper, Living Room-Main, Bonus Room-Lower, Dining Room-Main, Rec Room-Lower, Bathroom Full-Main, Kitchen Without Eating Space-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Room List: Bathroom Three Quarter, Bedroom, Living Room, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Rec Room, Bathroom Full, Kitchen Without Eating Space
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Property
Utilities
  • Electric On Property: No
  • Heating and Cooling: Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Seattle City Light
  • Sewer Company: Seattle Public Utilities
  • Water Company: Seattle Public Utilities
  • Power Production Type: Oil
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Oil
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: Two
  • Zoning Remarks: SF 5000
  • Lot Topography: PartialSlope,Terraces
  • MLS Square Footage Source: KCR
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1941
  • Photos Count: 24
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Number: 13
  • Lot Size Source: KCR
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 92390-1485
  • Building Condition: Average
  • Calculated Square Footage: 1570
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 1570
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 560
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 1570.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 7512 California Avenue Southwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 12, 2016

Sold

NWMLS #918148

$614,500
May 10, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #570261491

$614,500

+4.0% / yr

Apr 7, 2016

Pending

NWMLS #918148

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/12/2016

Sold

NWMLS #918148

$614,500
05/10/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #570261491

$614,500

+4.0% / yr

04/07/2016

Pending

NWMLS #918148

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

Public Records for 7512 California Avenue Southwest

Taxable ValueLand$360,000Additions$355,000Total$715,000
Tax Record2026$7,813 ($651 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.8Total Finished SqFt2,420 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,820 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt600 SqFtUnfinished Basement Area310 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,882 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941Year Renovated1941ZoningNR3CountyKINGAPN923890-1485

Schools near 7512 California Avenue Southwest

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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