NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5257 37th Ave SW Seattle, WA 98126

Fairmount Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,213,968 - $1,469,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
2,440 Sq Ft
$541/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 10, 2012

Last sale price $500,000 $205 Per Sq Ft

Est. 164% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,024/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fairmount Park Elementary Rated A-
  • Territorial View
  • 1-minute walk to Fairmount Park and Playground

About This Home

As of August 2012

Welcome to this remarkably well maintained & updated home in the trees in a fantastic West Seattle location. You’ll love this 1969 solidly built 4bd/2.75bth home with lots of space, updates, privacy, & street appeal. The main floor features the popular open concept with a spacious kitchen that opens to the dining area (and main flr deck) & living room. The lower level has a big family room that leads out onto a deck. Big attached 2 car garage. Close to parks, transit & easy access to freeways.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jim Biava

John L. Scott Westwood Listed on: 06/26/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Jim Biava

John L. Scott Westwood Listed on: 06/26/2012

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM374675

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,676

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Territorial Views
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2324039154

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,676

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: 1 Story W/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Features: Bath Off Master, Built-In Vacuum, Dbl Pane/Storm Windw, Dining Room, Security System, Walk-In Closet
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 4.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Bathrooms: 2.25
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Lower: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Daylight, Fully Finished
  • Family Room: Lower
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2440
  • Square Footage Finished: 2440
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 500

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Garage-Attached
  • Total Covered Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Forced Air
  • Power Company: Seattle City Light
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Company: Seattle
  • Water Company: Seattle
  • Water Heater: garage-gas
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Gatewood
  • Middle School: Madison Mid
  • High School: West Seattle High
  • School District: SEA

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6731
  • Lot Topography Vegetation: Level, Sloped, Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 2324039154
  • Lot Topography: Level, Sloped, Wooded

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 4410

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2012
Closed on
Jul 30, 2012
Sold by
Rosengren Ernest J and Rosengren Joyce M
Bought by
Ng Kevin W and Myo Lwin Ramona O
Seller's Agent
Jim Biava
John L. Scott Westwood
Buyer's Agent
Jim Biava
John L. Scott Westwood
List Price
$500,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,319,492

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$819,492
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Outstanding Balance
$287,135
Interest Rate
3.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 1992
Sold by
Boothby Edwin L and Boothby Arleen F
Bought by
Rosengren Ernest J and Rosengren Joyce M
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
Ng Kevin W $500,000 Chicago Title
Rosengren Ernest J $210,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ng Kevin W $60,000
Open Ng Kevin W $400,000
Previous Owner Rosengren Ernest J $302,000
Previous Owner Rosengren Ernest J $260,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/10/2012 08/10/12 Sold $500,000 0.0% $205 / Sq Ft
07/05/2012 07/05/12 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2012 06/26/12 For Sale $500,000 -- $205 / 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 $10,676 $1,058,000 $582,000 $476,000
2023 $9,440 $962,000 $512,000 $450,000
2022 $7,802 $918,000 $324,000 $594,000
2021 $7,517 $810,000 $300,000 $510,000
2020 $7,359 $741,000 $280,000 $461,000
2018 $6,690 $740,000 $281,000 $459,000
2017 $6,170 $648,000 $247,000 $401,000
2016 $5,753 $619,000 $236,000 $383,000
2015 $4,991 $564,000 $213,000 $351,000
2014 -- $499,000 $193,000 $306,000
2013 -- $454,000 $193,000 $261,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Jim Biava

    John L. Scott Westwood

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM374675

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 232403-9154

Washington King County Seattle 98126 Fairmount Park

5257 37th Ave SW, Seattle, WA

This home is located at 5257 37th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126 since 26 June 2012 and is currently estimated at $1,319,492, approximately $540 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 5257 37th 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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