Sold510d on marketHistoric · 114 yrs
6538 38th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA, 98126 • Gatewood • King County
$1,325,000
$514/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
2,580Sqft
0.15 acLot
1912Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Sound Views
Sound
See Remarks Style
Built 1912 · 114 years of history
Gatewood
Gatewood
Outdoor Living
Double Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · Fireplace · Hardwood · Wall to Wall Carpet · Water Heater
1 Fireplace
Gas · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
2-Car Garage
Driveway · Detached Garage
Hardwood & Stone Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
3 views
People checking out this listing
510 days on market
Established listing
$514/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1912 · Historic
Discover a thoughtfully updated mid-century gem that meshes classic charm with modern convenience. Perched elegantly above the street and spanning over 2,500 sq. ft., this home features 3 bedrooms and a dedicated office, along with open, light-filled living spaces that offer ever-changing sunset views over the Olympic Mountains. Modern updates to the kitchen, lighting, electrical, heating, and cooling enhance the indoor experience. Step outside to enjoy a beautifully landscaped garden, an inviting patio, and the privacy of a fully fenced yard, all complemented by an oversized two-car garage. This home truly embodies the perfect blend of style, space, and stunning scenery in West Seattle’s Gatewood neighborhood!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights inviting patio, beautifully landscaped garden, and ever-changing sunset views as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$8,216/month
Principal & Interest$6,450
Property Tax$1,325
Insurance$442
Down payment20% ($265,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.14% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,060,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1912
HeatingFireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Ductless HP-Mini Split, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot6,477 sqft
Offer Review Date2024-10-15
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleSee Remarks
ConditionVery Good
Year built1912
Stories2
Systems
HeatingFireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Ductless HP-Mini Split, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
RoofComposition
ConstructionCement/Concrete, Wood Siding
Water / SewerPublic, Company: SPU / Sewer Connected, Company: SPU
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Detached Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished
Fireplaces1
Lot6,477 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodGatewood
Annual tax$8,725
Parcel0065000295
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher(s)
Dryer(s)
Disposal
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)
Garbage Disposal
Water Heater: Electric
Water Heater Location: Lower
Flooring
Hardwood
Stone
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
90%+ High Efficiency
Ductless HP-Mini Split
Forced Air
Heat Pump
Electric
Natural Gas
Fireplace
Gas
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Detached Garage
Construction
Cement/Concrete
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Double Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
Fireplace
Hardwood
Wall to Wall Carpet
Water Heater
Views
Sound
Room details
11 rooms detailed
Bedroom
MainBedroom
MainBedroom
LowerBathroom Full
MainBathroom Three Quarter
LowerDen Office
LowerListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market510
Est. value$1,302,800
Est. rent$3,188/mo
Tax rate0.82%
Price/sqft$514
On marketDec 9, 2024
PostedOct 10, 2024
Last sold$1,325,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedDec 13, 2024
Tour days6
Views3
How are the schools in Seattle?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Seattle, WA, 98126
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Nov 12, 2024Sold$1,325,000$514NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 13, 2024Pending Sale$1,295,000$502NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 10, 2024Listed For Sale$1,295,000$502NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 18, 2020Sold$865,000$335NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 17, 2020Pending Sale$880,000$341Windermere Real Estate Co.
Jul 8, 2020Listed For Sale$880,000$341Windermere Real Estate Co.
Sold$1,325,000
Nov 12, 2024•$514/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,295,000
Oct 13, 2024•$502/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,295,000
Oct 10, 2024•$502/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$865,000
Sep 18, 2020•$335/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$880,000
Jul 17, 2020•$341/sqft•Windermere Real Estate Co.
Listed For Sale$880,000
Jul 8, 2020•$341/sqft•Windermere Real Estate Co.
Tax history
21 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$9,344$931,000
Apr 7, 2023$8,725$883,000
Apr 7, 2022—$937,000
Apr 7, 2021$7,687$797,000
Apr 7, 2020$7,405$729,000
Apr 7, 2019$7,368$736,000
Apr 7, 2018$6,555$727,000
Apr 7, 2017$6,910$671,000
Apr 7, 2016$4,824$587,000
Apr 7, 2015$4,824$555,000
Apr 7, 2014$4,824$481,000
Apr 7, 2013$4,824$431,000
Apr 7, 2012—$396,000
Apr 7, 2011—$450,000
Apr 7, 2010—$471,000
Apr 7, 2009—$471,000
Apr 7, 2007—$459,000
Apr 7, 2006—$432,000
Apr 7, 2005—$390,000
Apr 7, 2001$3,219$272,000
Apr 7, 2000$2,877$230,000
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Local context around this listing
Seattle, WA • King County
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Nearby zip codes
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