Rockhood
$629,000List price
2 bed · 1 bath · 900 sq ft
Active

5444 40th Avenue SW · Seattle, WA 98136

Source: NWMLS · Berkshire Hathaway HS NW · Jacob Menashe #NWM2523377

About this home

Beautifully updated Craftsman with timeless charm, standout curb appeal, and generous outdoor spaces all around. This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features new flooring, new blinds, a smart split-bedroom layout for added privacy, an updated kitchen complete with a breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances, updated full bath, bright interiors, and thoughtful refreshes throughout. Enjoy exceptional outdoor living with ample lush yard space, a huge front yard, generous patio, deck areas, and a covered front porch, creating inviting spaces for outdoor seating, dining, gardening, entertaining, pets, play, or simply relaxing outside. A dedicated parking space adds everyday convenience. The flexible basement offers valuable additional space for storage, hobbies, a workspace, or future possibilities. Thoughtfully refreshed with comfort, Walk Score of 76, and room to make it your own, this special home is an amazing find and not to be missed. Home offers strong rental or investment potential. Builder available for questions or meet-and-greet upon request. Welcome home.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Craftsman
Stories
1 story
Condition
Very Good
Year built
1910
Lot size
3,000 sq ft (0.07 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2523377

Interior

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Laminate
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Interior features
Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood, Wood Products
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Block
Lot features
Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Topography
Level,Partial Slope
View
See Remarks
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
1
Parking features
Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Fairmount
Community features
CCRs
HOA dues
$36/mo
Property tax
$2,737 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Jul 16, 2026
Days on market
66
Price per sq ft
$699
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2026-07-08
Active$1,395,000

Schools

School district: Seattle

Elementary
Fairmount Park
Middle
Madison Mid
High
West Seattle High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 11% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Berkshire Hathaway HS NW

Listing agent: Jacob Menashe.

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Data last updated 2026-09-16.