Seaview, on the West Seattle peninsula beside Puget Sound, offers peaceful suburban-style streets and comfortable homes. The neighborhood is known for its central location between two of West Seattle's outdoor hotspots — Lincoln Park and Alki Beach. It's also halfway between two well-known commercial intersections called junctions.
Scenic views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains and walkable streets go with the territory in Seaview. "Peekaboo views are on a lot of streets, which is not always expected," says Anna Schwartz, a Realtor with John L. Scott - West Seattle. "There are only a few roads that people use to drive through, and the rest is really quiet. You have sidewalks, mature trees and really pretty houses, and people still have garages and off-street parking. This part of West Seattle also has alleys."
For commutes and trips outside the neighborhood, Seaview is fairly car dependent. Unless you're driving south, you'll need to take the West Seattle Bridge to get off the peninsula. The drive to Downtown Seattle is about 7 miles and can take 15 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic. King County Metro bus stops are on streets like California Avenue Southwest, the main artery. "You can jump on the RapidRide C bus and get downtown in a jif," Schwartz says.
Seaview is also about 2 miles north of the Fauntleroy Ferry, which crosses the Sound to Vashon Island and Southworth. By 2032, several light rail stations are expected to be operating on the peninsula, as part of the West Seattle Link Expansion. Alaska Junction Station will be the closest.
There are various outdoor spaces within a few miles of Seaview.
Businesses along California Avenue SW are within walking distance. Among the highlights is C & P Coffee Company, which hosts events such as live music, open mics, art gatherings and book club meetings; and New Luck Toy, for Chinese-American cuisine and karaoke. Specialty shops include Tails to Astonish, a comic book and toy store with a small arcade,e; and the West Seattle Nursery. "You might end up spending all your money there," Swartz says.
Morgan Junction, located about a mile southeast of Seaview, features locally-owned businesses with some brand-name stores mixed in. Equally close to home, to the northeast, is the Alaska Junction, also known as The Junction, or the West Seattle Junction. This area is West Seattle's busiest commercial area. Also a transit hub, it's known for trendy businesses, including restaurants, bars and shops like Easy Street Records & Cafe.
Some of the more popular events in the area are:
Seattle's public school district includes top-rated area schools like Madison Middle School and West Seattle High School. The high school, known for its study abroad programs, is a Global Navigator School in association with the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE). The district also allows school choice enrollment through an application process.
In Seaview, early 20th-century Craftsman bungalows and midcentury ramblers are common. Single-family homes under 2,000 square feet start in the high $500,000s and go up to the high $900,000s. In the $1 million to $2 million category, you'll find new construction, vintage custom homes, coastal lots and homes over 4,000 square feet. Townhouses and condos are fewer in number than standalone homes.
"Seaview is also an area where people are starting to expand their space," Schwartz says. New Seattle zoning laws implemented for an interim period in 2025 allow additional buildings on lots of 5,000 square feet or more. There are maximums for square footage, as well as minimums for lot sizes, setbacks and spacing. "They still have to have dirt show," Schwartz adds.
Kevin Broveleit
West Seattle Realty
(206) 558-1159
45 Total Sales
6 in Seaview
$669K - $1.8M Price Range
Anna Schwartz
John L Scott RE West Seattle
(925) 255-7184
43 Total Sales
1 in Seaview
$1,480,600 Price
Blake Waggoner
The Agency Seattle
(425) 584-2965
49 Total Sales
2 in Seaview
$575K - $660K Price Range
Tawnia Coulter
Coldwell Banker Bain
(206) 889-6146
97 Total Sales
1 in Seaview
$504,950 Price
Larissa Wilson
Berkshire Hathaway HS NW
(425) 979-2341
57 Total Sales
3 in Seaview
$785K - $965K Price Range
Chris Bierrum
Real Broker LLC
(206) 203-4820
71 Total Sales
1 in Seaview
$649,950 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Seaview | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Seaview, Seattle sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Seaview, Seattle over the last 12 months is $925,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$1,600,000
Discover the perfect blend of classic Northwest style and modern comfort in this beautifully renovated 1959 home, ideally set on a quiet street just four blocks from the vibrant shops, cafés, and restaurants of the Alaska Junction. With 2,740 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, and 3.5 baths, the home lives large with bright, open spaces and an effortless flow perfect for everyday living and entertaining.
Beth Britt John L Scott Westwood
$1,750,000
Sit back and take in sweeping views of sea and sky from this coveted Beach Drive home with breathtaking Sound and Olympic Mountain vistas. A true condo alternative, this 3 bed / 2.5 bath residence features a PRIVATE ELEVATOR servicing all levels and a reverse floor plan designed to maximize natural light and scenery. The light-filled upper level offers an inviting space to relax and enjoy vibrant
Robert Kelly West Seattle Realty
$627,500
Discover the perfect blend of urban energy and residential serenity in the heart of West Seattle. This isn't your average townhome; it’s a meticulously refreshed, move-in-ready sanctuary designed for modern living. Tucked away from the street for maximum privacy, the home opens to a peaceful central courtyard, offering a quiet retreat just steps from the vibrant local scene. Boasting an
Benni Sack Coldwell Banker Bain
$899,000
Step into a home with a soul. Tucked into the heart of Seaview, this rare architect-designed residence is the kind of property that stops people mid-scroll and makes them say, “Wait... what is that?” Designed by architect Basil Manly Jerard as his own home, this treasure is filled with the details buyers dream about but almost never find: rich wood paneling, dramatic custom ceilings, leaded
Jody McNamer Real Broker LLC
$724,900
Bright well maintained stand-alone townhome set back from California Avenue in a nicely landscaped community. Open concept living and dining area with hardwood floors, a gas fireplace and an adjacent laundry room and powder-room. Two bedrooms on upper floor each with their own bath and an exterior deck with master. A bedroom/home office with a bathroom on the lower level. Nice fenced yard with
Zhilmil Dhillon Pellego, Inc.
$7,900,000
Fully renovated, turnkey mixed-use asset located in the heart of the West Seattle Junction, The EOS consists of 15 luxury apartments situated above four fully leased retail spaces, offering a diversified income stream in a premier urban location. All 2BD units with W/D, balconies, and modern interior finishes. 17 open and covered residential parking spaces located at the rear of the building and
Tanner Fogle Paragon Real Estate Advisors
$1,275,000
Highly desirable, LR3 (M) Zoned, West Seattle Redevelopment Project. Part of the "One Seattle Plan". Located on the Western most boundary of the Up Zone. Multi-story development will yield gorgeous Sound & Mountain Views. Level lot & paved alley provide several development options. Centrally located between Morgan and Alaska Junctions. Convenient to shops, restaurants, the Farmers Market, Parks,
Scott Marvin John L Scott Westwood
$399,950
A RARE building lot in W Seattle with an amazing view and LOCATION is EVERYTHING! Looking for a great investment opportunity or a blank canvas to build what you want? 3,290 ft lot is perfect for a three-story home to get the square footage and take in the views this property demands. Sewer, water, cable, gas and power are all in the street. Architectural plans and designs included, can be
David Knight KW Mountains to Sound Realty
$2,800,000
Existing Adult Family Home business in operation with gorgeous panoramic views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains. The incredible 8-bedroom, 4 bathroom property, offering 3,000 sq ft of living space. Plenty of space for clients or caregivers. Baths have marble, travertine, heated floors, showers, fixtures. Kitchen features slab granite, top of the line stainless appliances and custom
Hyun Rim Keller Williams South Sound
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