8803 38th Avenue SW · Seattle, WA 98126
Source: NWMLS · COMPASS · Grant Burton #NWM2578690
About this home
Set against a panoramic Puget Sound backdrop, this thoughtfully updated mid-century modern home offers captivating water views and a front-row look at the Fauntleroy ferry. Walls of windows frame the waterfront backdrop, bringing natural light and the rhythm of the Sound into the home's main living spaces. The living room flows seamlessly into the dining area and open, modern kitchen, creating an inviting layout. The main level features a spacious primary suite with a pass-through walk-in closet and ensuite bath, plus a guest bedroom and full bath. Downstairs offers a spacious second living area, an additional bedroom, workout room, and oversized laundry room. Attached garage with EV charging. A well-balanced blend of original character and modern updates creates a home that is comfortable, functional, and ready for its next chapter.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Stories
- 1 story
- Year built
- 1954
- Lot size
- 11,442 sq ft (0.26 acres)
- County
- King
- MLS #
- NWM2578690
Interior
- Heating
- Ductless, Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless, Forced Air
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl Plank
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Fireplace
- 2 · Gas
- Interior features
- Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Brick, Wood
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Lot features
- Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
- Topography
- Level,Steep Slope
- View
- Mountains, Sound
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Garage
- Yes (attached)
- Covered spaces
- 1
- Parking features
- Attached Garage, Off Street
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Power
- Electric, Natural Gas
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- West Seattle
- Property tax
- $16,252 (2026)
Transaction
- Listed on
- Sep 8, 2026
- Days on market
- 39
- Price per sq ft
- $630
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Possession
- Closing
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Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2024-07-08
- Sold$1,800,000
- 2018-05-29
- Sold$1,100,000
- 2017-05-30
- Sold$1,025,000
Schools
School district: Seattle
- Elementary
- Buyer To Verify
- Middle
- Buyer To Verify
- High
- Chief Sealth International High SchoolSchoolDigger 2 stars · Top 54% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: COMPASS
Listing agent: Grant Burton.
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Data last updated 2026-09-18.