Rockhood
$2,015,000List price
4 bed · 3 bath · 1,940 sq ft
Active

9839 51st Avenue SW · Seattle, WA 98136

Source: NWMLS · Portico Real Estate · David K Marks #NWM2540716

About this home

Rare opportunity to complete a luxury custom waterfront residence on one of W. Seattle's most coveted stretches of Puget Sound. Set on an 11,124-square-foot waterfront lot with approximately 42' of shoreline frontage and an existing bulkhead, this exceptional property captures sweeping Sound and Olympic Mountain views w/spectacular sunsets. Approved plans include approximately 2,836 sf of living space + a 452 sf garage with 4-5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, office, and spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets and en suite baths. The great room showcases soaring 13 foot ceilings, an open concept kitchen, and a bi-folding glass door and window system that seamlessly blends indoor & outdoor living while framing gorgeous water views. Upper & lower view decks, a light-filled atrium, and designer landscaping complete the vision. The oversized 13-foot garage offers exceptional storage and includes an EV charging port. Designed to be built one foot above flood elevation requirements. Years of architectural design, engineering, environmental review, and permitting have already been completed. The City's Stop Work Order has been resolved, permits are active, and a contractor estimate to complete the project is available. Approved plans, due diligence materials, and financing options, including mid-construction loans, are available. Complete an extraordinary waterfront home while avoiding years of permitting and entitlement work. Buyer to verify all information to their satisfaction.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
2 Story
Stories
2 stories
Condition
Under Construction
Year built
1928
Lot size
11,124 sq ft (0.26 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2540716

Interior

Heating
None
Cooling
None

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Paved
Topography
Level
View
Mountains, Sound
Waterfront
Yes

Parking

Parking spaces
2
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Attached Garage

Utilities

Water
Public, See Remarks
Sewer
Available
Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Fauntleroy
Property tax
$11,495 (2026)

Transaction

Original list price
$2,185,000 (7.8% price cut)
Listed on
Jun 22, 2026
Days on market
90
Price per sq ft
$1,039
Listing terms
Cash, Rehab Loan, See Remarks
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2021-02-26
Sold$1,264,500

Schools

School district: Seattle

Elementary
Buyer To Verify
High
Chief Sealth International High School
SchoolDigger 2 stars · Top 54% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Portico Real Estate

Listing agent: David K Marks.

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Data last updated 2026-09-04.