Listed by Jae Evans Real Estate, Bought with Redfin
NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4220 51st Ave S Seattle, WA 98118

Seward Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,372,000 - $1,999,538

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,610 Sq Ft
$1,051/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 31, 2012

Last sale price $715,000 $444 Per Sq Ft

Est. 122% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,174/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake View
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Hawthorne Elementary School Rated A-
  • Softwood Flooring
  • Detached Garage

About This Home

As of August 2012

Gently perched above Lk WA Blvd, w/only park property between you & the lakeshore, experience the spirit & romance of lakeside living in this sun-drenched Turn-of-Century Craftsman! Panoramic Lake & Cascades views, box-beams, warm fir floors, full-length glass-enclosed sun-porch & large deck over rolling park lawns. Stunning separate carriage-house/artist’s studio/guest suite too! Rare sense of privacy & views, an enchanting, tranquil retreat. Capitol "P" Potential on a most-rare of parcels.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bruce Phares

Jae Evans Real Estate License #7487 Listed on: 07/18/2012

Co-Listed By

Mark Besta

Windermere Real Estate Co. License #16923

Last Buyer's Agent

Christian Trang

Redfin License #24127

Redfin

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM383648

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,903

Year Built

  • Built in 1907

Lot Details

  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned SF7200

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Mountain
  • Territorial

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Softwood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Slate Flooring
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5249804315

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,903

Year Built

Built in 1907

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 1 1/2 Stry W/Bsmt
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1907
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: 2nd Kitchen, Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, French Doors, Loft, Skylights, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Floor Covering: Fir/Softwood, Hardwood, Slate, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3.00
  • Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Garage Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Daylight, Unfinished
  • Den or Office: Main
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Kitchen w/ Eating Area: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2110
  • Square Footage Finished: 1610
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 500

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Lake, Mountain, Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached, Off Street
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Radiator
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Heater: Basement-Electric
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hawthorne
  • Middle School: Mercer Mid
  • High School: Franklin High
  • School District: SEA

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6600
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Garden Space, Level, Sloped, Terraces
  • Parcel Number: 5249804315
  • Zoning Code: SF7200
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Level, Sloped, Terraces

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 6190

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 18, 2012
Closed on
Aug 29, 2012
Sold by
Somers Jeffrey P and Somers Catherine Cabell
Bought by
Xu Jianmei
Seller's Agent
Bruce Phares
Jae Evans Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Christian Trang
Redfin
List Price
$715,000
Sold Price
$715,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,585,651

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$870,651
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.45%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2000
Sold by
Okeefe Vincent and Okeefe Margaret
Bought by
Somers Jeffrey P and Somers Catherine Cabell

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,000
Interest Rate
8.08%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Xu Jianmei $715,000 Chicago Title
Somers Jeffrey P $482,000 Evergreen Title Company Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Somers Jeffrey P $190,000
Previous Owner Somers Jeffrey P $75,000
Previous Owner Somers Jeffrey P $400,000
Previous Owner Somers Jeffrey P $290,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/31/2012 08/31/12 Sold $715,000 0.0% $444 / Sq Ft
07/26/2012 07/26/12 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2012 07/18/12 For Sale $715,000 -- $444 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $17,903 $1,844,000 $798,000 $1,046,000
2023 $14,552 $1,916,000 $760,000 $1,156,000
2022 $13,274 $1,686,000 $596,000 $1,090,000
2021 $12,749 $1,411,000 $505,000 $906,000
2020 $12,970 $1,286,000 $460,000 $826,000
2018 $11,512 $1,259,400 $485,000 $774,400
2017 $10,835 $1,233,000 $444,000 $789,000
2016 $9,765 $1,205,000 $423,000 $782,000
2015 $7,402 $987,000 $391,000 $596,000
2014 -- $759,000 $369,000 $390,000
2013 -- $635,000 $323,000 $312,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Bruce Phares

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Bruce Phares

    Jae Evans Real Estate

    (206) 730-3285

    2 in this area

    27 Total Sales

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  • Mark Besta

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    Mark Besta

    Windermere Corporate

    (206) 240-1515

    18 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Christian Trang

    Redfin

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM383648

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 524980-4315

Washington King County Seattle 98118 Seward Park

4220 51st Ave S, Seattle, WA

This home is located at 4220 51st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118 since 18 July 2012 and is currently estimated at $1,691,385, approximately $1,050 per square foot. This property was built in 1907. 4220 51st Ave S is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Hawthorne Elementary School, Aki Kurose Middle School, and Franklin High School.

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