Rockhood
$1,049,900List price
4 bed · 2.5 bath · 1,980 sq ft
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5505 Seward Park Avenue S · Seattle, WA 98118

Source: NWMLS · COMPASS · Alan Vu #NWM2552350

About this home

This classic brick Tudor on coveted Seward Avenue, just a short stroll to Seward Park. Perfectly positioned on a peninsula lot, this exceptional home captures tranquil views of Andrews Bay while offering a rare sense of privacy in the city and seamless indoor-outdoor living with windows open to refreshing lake breezes. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a luxurious top-floor primary ensuite complete with an adjoining flex space, ideal for a nursery, home office, reading retreat, or fitness area. The finished lower level offers two spacious rooms and a full bath, providing comfortable accommodations for guests or multi-generational living. At the heart of the home, the beautifully appointed kitchen showcases quartz countertops, premium stainless steel appliances, and refined finishes that make both everyday living and entertaining effortless. Step outside to the expansive patio—an inviting extension of the home that's perfect for grilling, dining al fresco, or gathering with friends in a peaceful setting. Combining timeless architectural character, modern updates, exceptional privacy, and an unbeatable location, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly special Seattle home.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
2 Stories w/Bsmnt
Stories
2 stories
Year built
1929
Lot size
3,923 sq ft (0.09 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2552350

Interior

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Forced Air
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Softwood
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Gas
Interior features
Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, High Tech Cabling
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Brick, Stucco
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Topography
Partial Slope
View
Bay, Lake, Partial, Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
1
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
1
Parking features
Attached Garage

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Natural Gas

Community & fees

Subdivision
Seward Park
Property tax
$10,430 (2025)

Transaction

Original list price
$1,149,900 (8.7% price cut)
Listed on
Jul 10, 2026
Days on market
60
Price per sq ft
$530
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2018-05-31
Sold$795,000
2017-01-10
Sold$690,000
2009-06-15
Sold$444,450
2007-05-18
Sold$405,000

Schools

School district: Seattle

High
Franklin High School
SchoolDigger 2 stars · Top 56% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: COMPASS

Listing agent: Alan Vu.

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Data last updated 2026-09-17.