David Devine

5203 56th Avenue S

Seattle, WA
$ 985,000 Beds 2 Baths 2 Sq 1,970
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Charming mid-century home, on a quiet street, just two short blocks from Lake Washington. Sits nicely above the street on a corner lot with lovely views of Lake Washington and Mt. Baker! Brand new engineered hardwood floors in the living room, dining room, hallway, and bedrooms. Main floor features a slate entry, the dining room, the living room with a wood burning fireplace, the kitchen with a new refrigerator and stove, two bedrooms, and the full bathroom. The lower level has new carpeting, a large recreation room, a laundry room with a pull-down Murphy bed, a 3/4 bathroom, and a 2-car tandem style garage with workspace. Brand new roof and the home has air conditioning. You'll enjoy the new deck with more great views, the rear patio, and the backyard. A fantastic location, walking distance to Seward Park, cafes, coffee shops, and the bookstore.

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  • Price
  • $ 985,000
  • City
  • Seattle
  • Bedrooms
  • 2
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • KING
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Southeast Seattle
  • Lot Size
  • 0.1391 Acres
  • Zip
  • 98118
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,970
  • Year Built
  • 1955
  • Taxes
  • $ 10971
  • Style
  • Mid-Century Modern
  • MLS#
  • 2584667
Listed By: COMPASS and NWMLS
Data Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Features

General

Living Area 1970
Sewer Sewer Connected
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Heat Pump
Possession Closing
Roof Composition
Appliances Dishwasher,Dryer,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer
Architectural Style Mid-Century Modern
Year Built 1955
View Lake
Topography Level,Partial Slope
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2026
County King
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Attached Garage Yes
Subdivision Name Seward Park
Facing Direction East
Garage Y/N Yes
Full Baths 1
Special Listing Conditions None
Status Active
Directions Lake Washington Boulevard South to South Dawson Street,then west on Dawson Street to the home at the corner Of 56th and South Dawson Streets.
High School Seattle Public Sch
City Seattle
Entry Location Main
Senior Community Y/N No
High School District Seattle
MLS Area 380 - Southeast Seattle
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 6060
Carport Y/N No
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
Elementary School Seattle Public Sch
Land Lease Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 10971
Middle/Junior High School Seattle Public Sch
Property Condition Very Good
Public Remarks Charming mid-century home,on a quiet street,just two short blocks from Lake Washington. Sits nicely above the street on a corner lot with lovely views of Lake Washington and Mt. Baker! Brand new engi
Structure Type House
Building Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Water Company Seattle Public Utilities (S.P.U.)
Property Style 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
NWM_ShowMapLink Yes

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Fireplace,Water Heater
Basement Finished
Flooring Engineered Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 2
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
3/4 Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 2
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Total Baths 2
Water Heater Type Electric
Water Heater Location Basem ent
Fireplaces Main 1
Fireplaces Lower 1
Power Production Type Oil
Baths Three Quarter Lower 1
Baths Full Main 1
Bathrooms 1.75

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Brick
Vegetation Fruit Trees,Garden Space
Parking Features Attached Garage
Lot Features Corner Lot,Paved
Water Source Public
Total Parking 3
Inclusions Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Leased Equipment,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
Foundation Details Poured Concrete
Building Area Total 1970
Lot Dimensions 60 100
Lot Size Acres 0.1391
Waterfront Y/N No
Covered Spaces 2
Irrigation Water Rights Y/N No
Parking Uncovered Total 1

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Vancouver, WA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Seattle Public Sch Elementary School
Middle School Seattle Public Sch Middle School
High School Seattle Public Sch High School

Price History

9/19/2026 Listed $985,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 98118

Price
AVG $820K
$990K
Taxes
AVG $6,636
$10,971
Year Built
AVG 1978
1955
Visits
AVG 225
21
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5203 56th Avenue S Seattle, WA is a Single Family Home for sale at $985000 with 1970 sqft and a lot size of 0.1391 Acres Acre(s). 5203 56th Avenue S Seattle has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1955. The property's zip code is 98118 which is in Seattle, WA

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