For Sale12d on market
9837 Rainier Avenue S
Seattle, WA, 98118 • Rainier Beach • King County
$1,150,000
$395/sqft
-$50,000 since Apr 6, 2026
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
4Baths
2,910Sqft
0.14 acLot
1997Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
City · Lake · See Remarks · Territorial
2 Stories w/Bsmnt Style
Built 1997 · 29 years of history
Upper Rainier Beach
Rainier Beach
Outdoor Living
Second Kitchen · Bath Off Primary · Dbl Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · Jetted Tub · Security System · Water Heater
Garage
Attached Garage
Ceramic Tile & Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1997
Experience elevated living with sweeping Lake Washington and Cascade Mountain views from this stunning residence perched above Rainier Ave. Bathed in natural light, this must-see home blends luxury, privacy, and unforgettable scenery in one extraordinary offering. The open-concept design showcases a beautifully updated kitchen flowing seamlessly into the living space, highlighted by a brand-new fireplace and new appliances, creating the perfect setting for both refined entertaining and everyday comfort. Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 baths, the grand primary suite is a true retreat with a spa-inspired en suite bath, relaxing jetted tub, generous walk-in closet, and breathtaking wraparound views that capture the beauty of the Pacific Northwest from sunrise to sunset.The finished lower level offers incredible flexibility with a full second kitchen, full bath, bonus room, and expansive open living space — ideal for multi-generational living, guests, or private retreat options.Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with two updated view decks overlooking the lake, a large 2-car garage, and a private gated entry enhancing both security and exclusivity. This home delivers the rare combination of luxury, privacy, and iconic Northwest views — a true statement property that must be experienced in person.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights brand-new fireplace, full second kitchen, and bonus room as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$7,157/month
Principal & Interest$5,623
Property Tax$1,150
Insurance$383
Down payment20% ($230,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $920,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1997
HeatingForced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
CoolingForced Air
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot6,250 sqft
Days on Zillow12 Days
Price/sqft$395
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Style2 Stories w/Bsmnt
Year built1997
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
CoolingForced Air
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding, Wood Products
Water / SewerPublic, Company: Seattle Public Utilities / Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached Garage
BasementDaylight,Finished
Lot6,250 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodRainier Beach
Annual tax$10,861
Parcel7129301578
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bath Off Primary
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Dishwasher(s)
Garbage Disposal
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Water Heater: Gas
Water Heater Location: Garage
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Hardwood
Vinyl
Heating
Forced Air
Electric
Natural Gas
Cooling
Forced Air
Windows
Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Exterior Features
Parking
Attached Garage
Construction
Wood Siding
Wood Products
Patio & Porch
Second Kitchen
Bath Off Primary
Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
Jetted Tub
Security System
Water Heater
Lot Features
Cul-De-Sac
Curbs
Dead End Street
Paved
Sidewalk
Cable TV
Deck
Fenced-Partially
Gas Available
Gated Entry
Security
Security System
Views
City
Lake
See Remarks
Territorial
Utilities
Xfinity
Xfinity
Room details
14 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
SecondBedroom
SecondBedroom
SecondBedroom
LowerBathroom Full
SecondBathroom Full
SecondListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market12
Est. value$1,119,100
Est. rent$4,157/mo
Tax rate0.82%
Price/sqft$395
On marketMar 25, 2026
PostedMar 26, 2026
Last sold$495,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedApr 6, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,234
Favorites56
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Location
Seattle, WA, 98118
Price history
29 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 6, 2026Price Change$1,150,000$395eXp Realty
Mar 26, 2026Listed For Sale$1,200,000$412NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 15, 2020Listing Removed$3,875$1Coldwell Banker Danforth
Jul 1, 2020Price Change$3,875$1Coldwell Banker Danforth
Jun 28, 2020Listed For Rent$3,450$1Coldwell Banker Danforth
Jun 27, 2019Listing Removed$699,950$241Pacific Realty First LLC
Jun 3, 2019Listed For Sale$699,950$241Pacific Realty First LLC
Nov 18, 2018Pending Sale$699,950$241Pacific Realty First LLC
Nov 12, 2018Price Change$699,950$241Pacific Realty First LLC
Aug 31, 2018Pending Sale$750,000$258Pacific Realty First LLC
Aug 17, 2018Price Change$750,000$258Pacific Realty First LLC
Jul 30, 2018Price Change$795,000$273Pacific Realty First LLC
Jun 22, 2018Price Change$849,950$292Pacific Realty First LLC
Jun 8, 2018Listed For Sale$899,950$309Pacific Realty First LLC
Jan 17, 2018Listing Removed$1,500$1Owner
Nov 3, 2017Listed For Rent$1,500$1Owner
May 23, 2014Sold$495,000$170NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 25, 2014Pending Sale$499,950$172John L Scott Real Estate
Mar 22, 2014Listed For Sale$499,950$172John L Scott Real Estate
Oct 9, 2013Listing Removed$480,000$165Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Oct 4, 2013Listed For Sale$480,000$165Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Oct 1, 2013Pending Sale$480,000$165Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Aug 23, 2013Listed For Sale$480,000$165Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Aug 21, 2013Pending Sale$480,000$165Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Jul 14, 2013Listed For Sale$480,000$165Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Jun 4, 2003Sold$405,000$139NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 25, 2003Sold$314,759$108Public Record
Jun 25, 1998Sold$275,000$95Public Record
Dec 13, 1993Sold$35,000$12Public Record
Price Change$1,150,000
Apr 6, 2026•$395/sqft•eXp Realty
Listed For Sale$1,200,000
Mar 26, 2026•$412/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$3,875
Aug 15, 2020•$1/sqft•Coldwell Banker Danforth
Price Change$3,875
Jul 1, 2020•$1/sqft•Coldwell Banker Danforth
Listed For Rent$3,450
Jun 28, 2020•$1/sqft•Coldwell Banker Danforth
Listing Removed$699,950
Jun 27, 2019•$241/sqft•Pacific Realty First LLC
Listed For Sale$699,950
Jun 3, 2019•$241/sqft•Pacific Realty First LLC
Pending Sale$699,950
Nov 18, 2018•$241/sqft•Pacific Realty First LLC
Price Change$699,950
Nov 12, 2018•$241/sqft•Pacific Realty First LLC
Pending Sale$750,000
Aug 31, 2018•$258/sqft•Pacific Realty First LLC
Price Change$750,000
Aug 17, 2018•$258/sqft•Pacific Realty First LLC
Price Change$795,000
Jul 30, 2018•$273/sqft•Pacific Realty First LLC
Price Change$849,950
Jun 22, 2018•$292/sqft•Pacific Realty First LLC
Listed For Sale$899,950
Jun 8, 2018•$309/sqft•Pacific Realty First LLC
Listing Removed$1,500
Jan 17, 2018•$1/sqft•Owner
Listed For Rent$1,500
Nov 3, 2017•$1/sqft•Owner
Sold$495,000
May 23, 2014•$170/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$499,950
Mar 25, 2014•$172/sqft•John L Scott Real Estate
Listed For Sale$499,950
Mar 22, 2014•$172/sqft•John L Scott Real Estate
Listing Removed$480,000
Oct 9, 2013•$165/sqft•Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Listed For Sale$480,000
Oct 4, 2013•$165/sqft•Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Pending Sale$480,000
Oct 1, 2013•$165/sqft•Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Listed For Sale$480,000
Aug 23, 2013•$165/sqft•Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Pending Sale$480,000
Aug 21, 2013•$165/sqft•Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Listed For Sale$480,000
Jul 14, 2013•$165/sqft•Prudential NW Realty Assoc.
Sold$405,000
Jun 4, 2003•$139/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$314,759
Feb 25, 2003•$108/sqft•Public Record
Sold$275,000
Jun 25, 1998•$95/sqft•Public Record
Sold$35,000
Dec 13, 1993•$12/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
21 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$10,861$1,096,000
Apr 7, 2023$9,594$979,000
Apr 7, 2022$9,554$1,092,000
Apr 7, 2021$8,800$923,000
Apr 7, 2020$8,420$838,000
Apr 7, 2019$8,236$830,000
Apr 7, 2018$8,419$952,000
Apr 7, 2017$7,837$768,000
Apr 7, 2016$4,499$586,000
Apr 7, 2015$4,499$520,000
Apr 7, 2014$4,499$446,000
Apr 7, 2013$4,499$352,000
Apr 7, 2012—$353,000
Apr 7, 2011—$395,000
Apr 7, 2010—$424,000
Apr 7, 2009—$424,000
Apr 7, 2007—$422,000
Apr 7, 2006—$403,000
Apr 7, 2005—$372,000
Apr 7, 2001$3,337$289,000
Apr 7, 2000$3,149$257,000
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Seattle, WA • King County
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Nearby zip codes
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