5813 SW Horton Street · Seattle, WA 98116
Source: NWMLS · Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty · Nicole Monroe #NWM2571872
About this home
Tucked away on a quiet dead-end street in West Seattle, this inviting mid-century residence offers the perfect blend of coastal lifestyle, iconic views, and versatile living spaces. Rich original mahogany woodwork flows throughout, anchoring the home's authentic architectural charm. The main level features spaces full of natural light framing spectacular Olympic Mountain and water views from the deck. Enjoy everyday comfort with thoughtful touches, including heated floors in the upper-level bathroom. Downstairs, a flexible secondary living area complete with its own kitchen and fireplace offers excellent versatility for guests, media, or an extended living setup. Step outside into your private backyard sanctuary, or take advantage of the prime Alki location-walk down to the beach for morning coffee, dine at top-rated local spots like Harry's Fine Foods and II Nido, or catch the nearby Water Taxi for a seamless commute to Downtown Seattle. Outstanding future potential includes a pending city permit for a two-car garage. A true West Seattle gem offering tranquility, view, and unmatched proximity to Alki Beach.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Stories
- 1 story
- Year built
- 1956
- Lot size
- 6,050 sq ft (0.14 acres)
- County
- King
- MLS #
- NWM2571872
Interior
- Heating
- 90%+ High Efficiency, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- 90%+ High Efficiency, Central Air, Heat Pump
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Stone
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Fireplace
- 2
- Interior features
- Second Kitchen, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Water Heater
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Brick, Metal/Vinyl
- Roof
- Flat, Torch Down
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Lot features
- Dead End Street, Paved
- Topography
- Level,Partial Slope,Sloped
- View
- Bay, Mountains, Sound, Territorial
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 2
- Carport
- Yes
- Covered spaces
- 2
- Parking features
- Attached Carport
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Power
- Electric
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Genesee
- Property tax
- $12,084 (2025)
Transaction
- Listed on
- Aug 21, 2026
- Days on market
- 29
- Price per sq ft
- $615
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing
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Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2025-08-22
- Sold$1,575,000
- 2013-02-22
- Sold$625,000
- 2004-11-15
- Sold$449,000
Schools
School district: Seattle
- Elementary
- Buyer To Verify
- Middle
- Buyer To Verify
- High
- West Seattle High SchoolSchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 11% in WA
Listing provided courtesy of: Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
Listing agent: Nicole Monroe.
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Data last updated 2026-09-02.