Listed by Windermere Real Estate Midtown
$390,000

5953 California Ave SW Unit 1A Seattle, WA 98136

Seaview Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,763/month

Total Views 1,837
1 Bed
1 Bath
589 Sq Ft
$662 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Gated Community
  • Property is near public transit
  • Wood Flooring
  • Madison Middle School Rated A-
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • End Unit

About This Home

It's here, tucked back in the sw corner off California Ave where folks can relax and recall adventures from days spent kicking around West Seattle's famed amenities. Smack dab between Lincoln Park, Alki Beach and The Junction this cozy corner unit and all it's updates ensure a tranquil, hassle-free environment to call home. Beneath a brand new roof guests will find glistening hardwood floors connecting the modernized kitchen passed a custom touched bath onto a newly carpeted bedroom set apart from the main living space. Maximize these glorious Seattle evenings grilling on the expanded 200+sft private patio surrounded by lush NW native gardens. As the seasons change the cozy gas fireplace will surely entice fireside entertaining!

Listing Agent

Peter Mullenbach

Windermere Real Estate Midtown License #123525 Listed on: 08/13/2025

Windermere Real Estate Midtown

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2419699

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,454

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • West Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $407 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Common or Shared Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 589 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Location

  • Ground Level Unit
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, sewer, trash, water
  • 8 Units
  • Elizabeth Radick Association
  • Secondary HOA Phone (206) 935-7591
  • California Ave Building #1 Condos
  • Seaview Subdivision
  • Park Phone (206) 935-7591 | Manager Elizabeth Radick

Amenities

  • Community Garden

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Gated Community
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,454

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$407 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • StyleCode: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Prev Status: Active
  • Building Name: California Ave Building #1
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 589
  • EffectiveYearBuiltSource: Public Records
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • DwellingType: Attached
  • RemodeledUpdated: true
  • UnitFeatures: Balcony/Deck/Patio,End Unit,Ground Floor,Insulated Windows,Vaulted Ceilings,Walk-in Closet
  • NWM_ExcludedItemsYN: false
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2419699?w=Consumer&agent=107502
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Cooking-Gas, Dryer-Electric, End Unit, Fireplace, Ground Floor, Ice Maker, Insulated Windows, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Washer, Water Heater
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Stories: 2
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 0
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • WindowCoverings: New blinds

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Cement Plank, Wood
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Brick, Cement Planked, Wood
  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • BusLineNearby: true
  • BusRouteNumber: 22, 128, C-Line, 773

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Common Garage, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Security: Security Gate
  • Cooling: Forced Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • ApplianceHookups: Cooking-Gas,Dryer-Electric,Ice Maker,Washer
  • PowerCompany: Puget Sound Energy
  • SewerCompany: HOA
  • WaterCompany: HOA
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Laundry closet
  • WaterHeaterType: Electric
  • InternetConnected: Xfinity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Fire Sprinklers, Garden Space, Gated, High Speed Int Avail, Outside Entry
  • Park Manager Name: Elizabeth Radick
  • Park Manager Phone: 206-935-7591
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 407
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Phone: 206-935-7591
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, See Remarks
  • AssociationContactName: Elizabeth Radick
  • CoOp: false
  • CommonPropertyFeatures: Fire Sprinklers,Garden Space,High Speed Int Avail,Outside Entry,Security Gate

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Sewer, Trash, Water
  • NWM_OtherDuesOrFeesYN: false

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1295000010
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Insulated Windows
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas

Rental Info

  • RentalCap: No Rental Cap
  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3454

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 8
  • EnergySource: Electric,Natural Gas

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Gatewood

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $3,454 $357,000 $94,900 $262,100
2023 $2,683 $370,000 $94,900 $275,100
2022 $2,543 $312,000 $91,600 $220,400
2021 $2,768 $272,000 $78,500 $193,500
2020 $2,884 $283,000 $78,500 $204,500
2018 $2,325 $276,000 $78,500 $197,500
2017 $1,855 $232,000 $65,400 $166,600
2016 $1,817 $190,000 $58,900 $131,100
2015 $1,456 $182,000 $52,300 $129,700
2014 -- $148,000 $52,300 $95,700
2013 -- $117,000 $52,300 $64,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/13/2025 08/13/25 For Sale $390,000 +38.8% $662 / Sq Ft
10/01/2019 10/01/19 Sold $281,000 -6.0% $477 / Sq Ft
08/21/2019 08/21/19 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2019 08/08/19 Price Changed $299,000 -1.6% $508 / Sq Ft
07/25/2019 07/25/19 For Sale $304,000 -- $516 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $281,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $203,000 Northpoint Esc
Warranty Deed $218,975 First American
Warranty Deed $178,000 Old Republic T
Warranty Deed -- Old Republic T
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $171,425 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $175,100 No Value Available
Previous Owner $142,400 No Value Available
Previous Owner $171,425 No Value Available
Closed $35,600 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2419699

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 129500-0010