Listed by Better Properties Kitsap
$550,000
PENDING

1940 SW Dawson St Seattle, WA 98106

Riverview Neighborhood

Estimated payment $3,541/month

Total Views 64,864
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,700 Sq Ft
$324 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 0.45 Acre Lot
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wooded Lot
  • Lafayette Elementary School Rated A-
  • Property is near public transit
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

Don't miss this golden opportunity to unlock the potential of this diamond in the rough. Nestled in one of West Seattle's most desirable neighborhoods, this home features a rare main-floor primary bedroom, three large bedrooms upstairs and a large kitchen that opens to the dining area - which could be perfect for future entertaining. Set on a semi-private lot, it also includes an outbuilding ideal for extra storage or for a future workshop. This home is being sold as-is and is ready for your vision. Whether you are a seasoned renovator or first time homebuyer with a dream, bring your toolbelt, your imagination, creativity and ambition and transform this home into something special. Sweat equity awaits!

Listing Agent

Normajean Jacobs

Better Properties Kitsap License #23592 Listed on: 08/15/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Michael Hagen

John L. Scott, Inc License #48742

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2417571

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,598

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 0.45 Acre Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Brush Vegetation
  • Steep Slope
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is in average condition

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vinyl Construction Material
  • Wood Composite

Interior Spaces

  • 1,700 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Limited Views

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathroom on Main Level

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Lafayette Elementary School
  • Madison Mid Middle School
  • West Seattle High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Delridge Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,598

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 12 - 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Garbage Disposal,Leased Equipment,Refrigerator(s),Trash Compactor
  • MLS Status: Pending
  • Prev Status: Pending
  • Architectural Style: Northwest Contemporary
  • Building Name: Homecroft Add
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 1700
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • SOCComments: SA present all sbowings/inspect. or 1%
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2417571?w=Consumer&agent=36173
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 14

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Trash Compactor
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Security System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
  • Living Area: 1700
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 1700
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 1
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 1
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 3
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Trash Compactor
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 1
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Partial, See Remarks
  • Lot Features: Paved
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Metal/Vinyl, Wood
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl, Wood, Wood Products
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Property Condition: Average
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: true
  • BusRouteNumber: 125-Highline

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Security System
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: Seattle Power
  • SewerCompany: Seattle
  • WaterCompany: Seattle
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Lower Bathroom Closet
  • WaterHeaterType: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Seattle
  • High School: West Seattle High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Madison Mid

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3438500102
  • Topography: Partial Slope,Sloped,Steep Slope,Terraces
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4479
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 19509
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Public Records
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Public Records
  • ZoningJurisdiction: City
  • LotNumber: 4

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric

Rental Info

  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6598

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Lafayette

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,598 $657,000 $382,000 $275,000
2023 $6,453 $601,000 $338,000 $263,000
2022 $6,227 $631,000 $308,000 $323,000
2021 $5,905 $563,000 $250,000 $313,000
2020 $5,681 $508,000 $222,000 $286,000
2018 $4,925 $507,000 $226,000 $281,000
2017 $4,261 $416,000 $189,000 $227,000
2016 $5,057 $368,000 $177,000 $191,000
2015 $4,261 $451,000 $196,000 $255,000
2014 -- $384,000 $176,000 $208,000
2013 -- $305,000 $176,000 $129,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/20/2025 08/20/25 Pending -- -- --
08/15/2025 08/15/25 For Sale $550,000 -- $324 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

About the Listing Agent

Normajean Jacobs
Normajean Jacobs

Better Properties Kitsap

(360) 868-7071

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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2417571

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 343850-0102

Washington King County Seattle 98106 Riverview

1940 SW Dawson St, Seattle, WA

This home is located at 1940 SW Dawson St, Seattle, WA 98106 and is currently priced at $550,000, approximately $323 per square foot. This property was built in 1961. 1940 SW Dawson St is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Lafayette Elementary School, Madison Middle School, and West Seattle High School.

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