Sold266d on market
9603 California Avenue SW
Seattle, WA, 98136 • Arbor Heights • King County
$1,470,000
$458/sqft
5Beds
5Baths
3,210Sqft
0.21 acLot
1995Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Ocean · Sound
Fauntleroy
Arbor Heights
Outdoor Living
Second Kitchen · Bath Off Primary · Double Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · Fireplace · Vaulted Ceiling(s) · Walk-In Closet(s) · Water Heater
1 Fireplace
Gas · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
Special Features
ADU Beds: 1 · ADU Baths: 1
2-Car Garage
Driveway · Attached Garage · RV Parking
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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266 days on market
Established listing
$458/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1995
Enjoy sweeping Puget Sound and Olympic Mountain views from this 3,210 SF home in one of West Seattle’s most desirable neighborhoods. Lovingly maintained by the original owners, it features a circular floorplan ideal for entertaining and bright, open living spaces to take in the views. The fully finished lower-level MIL offers stair-free access, a private entrance, and its own garage—perfect for rental income or multi-generational living. Situated on a 9,000 SF corner lot with two private driveways, a beautifully landscaped yard, garden beds, and fruit trees—plus potential for a DADU. This home offers a rare blend of comfort, flexibility, and stunning western vistas. Pre-inspected with a brand new roof, carpet, and refinished hardwoods!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights fruit trees, fully finished lower-level mil, and private entrance as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$9,153/month
Principal & Interest$7,193
Property Tax$1,470
Insurance$490
Down payment20% ($294,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.19% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,176,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1995
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot8,999 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
ConditionGood
Year built1995
Stories2
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Products
Water / SewerPublic, Company: Seattle Public Utilities / Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
Garage2 spaces
BasementDaylight,Finished
Fireplaces1
Lot8,999 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodArbor Heights
ZoningNR2
Annual tax$10,933
Parcel2594200610
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths4
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bath Off Primary
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher(s)
Disposal
Dryer(s)
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)
Garbage Disposal
Water Heater: Gas
Water Heater Location: Lower Garage
Flooring
Hardwood
Vinyl
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Gas
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Attached Garage
RV Parking
Construction
Wood Products
Patio & Porch
Second Kitchen
Bath Off Primary
Double Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
Fireplace
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Water Heater
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Cul-De-Sac
Paved
Cable TV
Deck
RV Parking
Views
Ocean
Sound
Other Structures
ADU Beds: 1
ADU Baths: 1
Room details
15 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Bedroom
LowerBedroom
Bedroom
Bathroom Full
LowerBathroom Full
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market266
Est. value$1,475,400
Est. rent$7,668/mo
Tax rate0.82%
Price/sqft$458
On marketJul 27, 2025
PostedMay 30, 2025
Last sold$1,470,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedAug 15, 2025
Tour days6
Views26
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Location
Seattle, WA, 98136
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jul 15, 2025Sold$1,470,000$458NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 18, 2025Pending Sale$1,495,000$466NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
May 30, 2025Listed For Sale$1,495,000$466NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 17, 1996Sold$152,900$48Public Record
Aug 9, 1995Sold$290,000$90Public Record
Mar 1, 1995Sold$83,000$26Public Record
Sold$1,470,000
Jul 15, 2025•$458/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,495,000
Jun 18, 2025•$466/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,495,000
May 30, 2025•$466/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$152,900
Oct 17, 1996•$48/sqft•Public Record
Sold$290,000
Aug 9, 1995•$90/sqft•Public Record
Sold$83,000
Mar 1, 1995•$26/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
21 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2024$10,934$1,086,000
Apr 8, 2023$10,432$1,051,000
Apr 8, 2022$9,924$1,116,000
Apr 8, 2021$9,195$949,000
Apr 8, 2020$8,857$868,000
Apr 8, 2019$8,659$860,000
Apr 8, 2018$7,710$850,000
Apr 8, 2017$9,213$899,000
Apr 8, 2016$6,642$786,000
Apr 8, 2015$6,642$743,000
Apr 8, 2014$6,642$667,000
Apr 8, 2013$6,642$559,000
Apr 8, 2012—$514,000
Apr 8, 2011—$571,000
Apr 8, 2010—$598,000
Apr 8, 2009—$598,000
Apr 8, 2007—$601,000
Apr 8, 2006—$565,000
Apr 8, 2005—$539,000
Apr 8, 2001$5,257$450,000
Apr 8, 2000$4,812$389,000
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Seattle, WA • King County
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Nearby zip codes
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