Listed by RSVP Brokers ERA, Bought with RSVP Brokers ERA
$608,000
SOLD OCT 25, 2012

5255 42nd Ave SW Seattle, WA 98136

Fairmount Park Neighborhood
4 Beds
2 Baths
3,060 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$199 Per Sq Ft

15 Days on Market

About This Home

As of April 2024

Gorgeous restoration of classic sound view 1925 Craftsman on large corner lot bathed in sunshine. Ideal circular floor plan with big rooms and high ceiling on both levels. Classic detailing and vintage charm throughout: original fixtures and doors, formal dining room, gleaming hardwoods, and a stately fireplace with built-ins. Double paned windows and freshly painted. Professionally designed and landscape yard with built-in sprinkler. Two car garage. Unfinished basement for future expansion.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patrick Galvin

RSVP Brokers ERA License #15961 Listed on: 08/23/2012

RSVP Brokers ERA

Last Buyer's Agent

Dana Ufkes

RSVP Brokers ERA License #32444

RSVP Brokers ERA

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM396930

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,190

Year Built

1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Condition: Good
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1925

Interior Features

  • Basement: Daylight, Unfinished
  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Security System, Walk-in Closet
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Floor: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Sq Ft Unfinished: 1180
  • Water Heater Location: Basement-Gas

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Lot Details: Alley, Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Roof: Composition
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Partial Fence, Natural Gas Available, Patio, RV Parking
  • View: Mountain, Sound, Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached
  • Total Covered Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating and Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: SEA
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Sewer Company: SEA
  • Water Company: SEA
  • Water Source: Public

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 3, 2024
Closed on
Apr 26, 2024
Sold by
Miller Richard L and Miller Karin L
Bought by
Jansen Laura C and Cortinaz James C
Seller's Agent
Mark Bensadon
Keller Williams North Seattle
Buyer's Agent
Marcie Moore
Windermere Bellevue Commons
List Price
$1,225,000
Sold Price
$1,371,000
Premium/Discount to List
$146,000
11.92%
Views
985
Current Estimated Value
$1,231,786

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$139,214
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.56%
Original Mortgage
$977,500
Interest Rate
6.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2012
Closed on
Oct 13, 2012
Sold by
Atwell Justin J and Atwell Becky
Bought by
Miller Richard L and Miller Karin L
Seller's Agent
Patrick Galvin
RSVP Brokers ERA
Buyer's Agent
Dana Ufkes
RSVP Brokers ERA
List Price
$608,000
Sold Price
$608,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.32%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2005
Sold by
Taylor Elizabeth A
Bought by
Atwell Justin J and Atwell Becky

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
5.53%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,371,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $608,000 Stewart Title
Warranty Deed $474,950 Transnation Ti
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,260,000 New Conventional
Closed $977,500 New Conventional
Closed $256,262 No Value Available
Previous Owner $417,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $140,938 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $325,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $364,800 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $119,900 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/26/2024 04/26/24 Sold $1,371,000 +11.9% $729 / Sq Ft
04/08/2024 04/08/24 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2024 04/03/24 For Sale $1,225,000 +101.5% $652 / Sq Ft
10/25/2012 10/25/12 Sold $608,000 0.0% $199 / Sq Ft
09/07/2012 09/07/12 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2012 08/23/12 For Sale $608,000 -- $199 / 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 $10,190 $1,023,000 $611,000 $412,000
2023 $8,840 $930,000 $538,000 $392,000
2022 $8,473 $1,004,000 $350,000 $654,000
2021 $8,169 $886,000 $324,000 $562,000
2020 $7,996 $811,000 $303,000 $508,000
2018 $7,273 $809,000 $304,000 $505,000
2017 $7,409 $709,000 $267,000 $442,000
2016 $6,872 $753,000 $289,000 $464,000
2015 $5,955 $686,000 $261,000 $425,000
2014 -- $603,000 $236,000 $367,000
2013 -- $549,000 $236,000 $313,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mark Bensadon

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Mark Bensadon

    Keller Williams North Seattle

    (206) 422-3515

    2 in this area

    129 Total Sales

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  • Marcie Moore

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Marcie Moore

    Windermere Corporate

    (425) 922-0562

    1 in this area

    37 Total Sales

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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Patrick Galvin

    Steven M Kloetsch

    (425) 519-3619

    3 in this area

    7 Total Sales

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  • Dana Ufkes

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Dana Ufkes

    Steven M Kloetsch

    (206) 200-8620

    1 in this area

    10 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM396930

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 762570-0420

Washington King County Seattle 98136 Fairmount Park

5255 42nd Ave SW, Seattle, WA

This home is located at 5255 42nd Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136 and is currently priced at $608,000, approximately $198 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 5255 42nd Ave SW is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Fairmount Park Elementary, Madison Middle School, and West Seattle High School.

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