Rockhood
$695,000List price
3 bed · 1 bath · 1,180 sq ft
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3523 SW Ida · Seattle, WA 98126

Source: NWMLS · 1% Lists Pacific Northwest · Chandra Lacy #NWM2580729

About this home

WEST SEATTLE LIFESTYLE + FLAT 5,100 SF LOT + DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL! Just blocks from the Puget Sound waterfront, this character-filled home combines an incredible location, territorial views, valuable updates and room to grow. Enjoy the relaxed pace of West Seattle with Lincoln Park, Alki Beach, waterfront trails, neighborhood parks, coffee shops, restaurants and pubs nearby. A commuter’s dream with convenient access to major transit lines, Downtown Seattle and surrounding employment centers. Set on a rare, flat 5,100 SF lot, the huge backyard offers outstanding space for entertaining, gardening and future possibilities—explore an addition, ADU/DADU or redevelopment potential (buyer to verify). Inside, original hardwood floors and vintage charm pair with an updated kitchen featuring Corian counters, stainless appliances, penny tile backsplash and updated electrical. Renovated bath with marble tile, eco-friendly Forbo Marmoleum, and updated electrical. Complete 2019 re-pipe to water main, 2019 water heater, fresh interior paint, 2025 exterior paint and new gutters. 3rd bedroom in basement plus unfinished basement space adds flexibility and potential. Garage area has been used as bonus space—ideal for a gym, media or hobby room. Live, expand, invest or simply enjoy!

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
1 Story w/Bsmnt.
Stories
1 story
Year built
1945
Building area
1,500 sq ft
Lot size
5,100 sq ft (0.12 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2580729

Interior

Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
None
Flooring
Concrete, Hardwood, Stone
Appliances
Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Interior features
Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Metal/Vinyl, Wood Products
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Sidewalk
Topography
Level
View
Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
2
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
1
Parking features
Attached Garage, Off Street

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Gatewood
Property tax
$5,877 (2025)

Transaction

Listed on
Sep 10, 2026
Days on market
10
Price per sq ft
$589
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2019-11-20
Sold$440,000

Schools

School district: Seattle

High
West Seattle High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 11% in WA

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Listing agent: Chandra Lacy.

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Data last updated 2026-09-11.