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.
Todd Wagoner
Windermere Real Estate Midtown
(844) 612-1333
33 Total Sales
1 in Seaview
$1,285,000 Price
Larissa Wilson
Berkshire Hathaway HS NW
(425) 979-2341
59 Total Sales
2 in Seaview
$837K - $965K Price Range
Jeff Green
COMPASS
(206) 488-0488
60 Total Sales
1 in Seaview
$650,000 Price
Chris Bierrum
Real Broker LLC
(206) 203-4820
69 Total Sales
1 in Seaview
$649,950 Price
Carrie Foley
COMPASS
(206) 237-5370
122 Total Sales
1 in Seaview
$750,000 Price
Traci Fischer
Marketplace Sotheby's Intl Rty
(206) 278-1393
105 Total Sales
2 in Seaview
$710K - $1M Price Range
| 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 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Seaview, Seattle over the last 12 months is $960,750, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$680,000
Move-in ready, South-facing end unit townhome with ample natural light! No HOA dues. This 3 bed/1.75 bath just under 1,400 SF has a great floor plan. Lower floor has the bedroom with an en suite. Freshly repainted corridor, hardwood floors on main level with welcoming kitchen, stainless appliances, granite countertop, and cherry cabinets, gas fireplace in the living room, radiant heating on all
Kham Beitlers Keller Williams Rlty Bellevue
$3,200,000
Jaw dropping, unobstructed 180-degree western views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mtns, Vashon & Bainbridge Islands, from a high promontory. This custom home was completely remodeled in 2022-2023, including all of the exterior envelope and every interior surface. Across the street from waterfront homes along Beach Drive, you can see and hear Puget Sound's waters lapping at the shore. The
John McCaughey Coldwell Banker Bain
$1,350,000
Thoroughly reimagined West Seattle Craftsman on quiet street west of California near Morgan Junction. Wonderful street appeal with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths as well as an additional bedroom in the partially finished lower level. Upgraded systems including radiant heat in the bathrooms. Upstairs primary suite includes a gas fireplace and a sitting room/office with two walk in closets, vaulted
Thomas Maloney COMPASS
$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
$599,950
Rare Top Floor Condo with panoramic sound and mountain views. Bring your designer and your vision to this one-of-a-kind top floor unit. Do a little or a lot. With a sprawling open layout, two Bedroom and two bathrooms and a sunset-facing deck, wood burning fireplace, 2 storage areas, dedicated parking and a lower level party/meeting room. This is a rare chance to build instant equity and create a
Kari Scott John L Scott RE West Seattle
$399,000
Here’s your chance to build on Beach Drive with views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains, and evening sunsets. The planned 4-bedroom plus office (or 5th bedroom), 3-bath, 2,981 sq ft home is nearly shovel-ready. Included are a survey, geotechnical report, tree study, and complete architectural plans with 3D interior and exterior renderings. The location offers a flat, easy walk to Alki’s
Jeffrey McCann Terry Wise & Associates
$2,100,000
Perched along coveted Beach Drive, this rare 70 ft of waterfront opportunity captures sweeping Puget Sound views, mesmerizing sunsets, and the calming rhythm of the tides just beyond your doorstep. 6521 Beach Drive SW offers timeless charm with incredible upside, set on an extraordinary lot where the possibilities are as expansive as the water views. Renovate and reimagine the existing home to
Kari Scott John L Scott RE West Seattle
$1,175,000
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 RE West Seattle
$589,000
A rare West Seattle development opportunity with three tax parcels totaling over 1.84 acres, just off Beach Drive and minutes to Lincoln Park and the Fauntleroy ferry. The property offers remarkable flexibility: envision one incredible in city estate, three custom luxury view homes, or potentially an even more ambitious configuration, all subject to city approvals. An expansive upper shelf
Jonn McYnturff John L Scott RE West Seattle
$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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