Just Listed
Address
5203 56th Avenue S, Seattle, WA
Price
$ 985,000
Property Attributes
- ID#2584667
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyKING
- CitySeattle
- AreaSoutheast Seattle
- NeighborhoodSeward Park
- Zip98118
- StyleMid-Century Modern
- Year Built1955
- Taxes$ 10971
- Price$ 985,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1970
- Lot Size0.1391 Acres
Data Source:
Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Property Description
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 lake views! New roof just installed. 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. 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.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Public Sch Elementary School | Seattle Public Sch Middle School | Seattle Public Sch High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/19/2026 | Listed $985,000 |
General Features
| 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 | First Look |
| 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 lake views! New roof just installed. Brand new enginee |
| Structure Type | House |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Coming Soon |
| 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
Property vs Single Family Average in 98118
Price
Taxes
Year Built
Visits
In The Neighborhood
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$ 899,950
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,940 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 3 Baths
Listed by: Bentley Properties
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$ 1,170,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,350 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 2.5 Baths
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$ 899,950
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,470 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 1 Baths
Listed by: Skyline Properties, Inc.
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$ 585,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 580 SqFt
- Rooms
- 1 Beds + 1 Baths
Listed by: COMPASS
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$ 69,900
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 26 SqFt
- Rooms
- 0 Beds + 0 Baths
Listed by: Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
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$ 699,950
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 960 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 1 Baths
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- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 3,150 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 2.5 Baths
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$ 850,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,048 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 2.5 Baths
Listed by: Ensemble
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$ 2,795,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 3,085 SqFt
- Rooms
- 5 Beds + 3.5 Baths
Listed by: Valere Real Estate
Seattle
$ 85,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 30 SqFt
- Rooms
- 0 Beds + 0 Baths
Listed by: KW Lake Washington So
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$ 1,175,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,132 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: COMPASS
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$ 215,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 50 SqFt
- Rooms
- 0 Beds + 0 Baths
Listed by: FIRST AND MAIN
