Treehouse on the hill in the heart of Beacon Hill with territorial views can be yours! This classic Seattle home sits on a generous 8,050 sq ft lot and offers incredible potential for investors or buyers looking to build equity or generate rental income. Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms, 1 full bath on main level and over 1,700 sq ft of living space, including a partially finished basement, this property is full of opportunity. There is room to add a second bathroom or kitchenette in the lower basement with your vision and finishing touches. Recent updates include a $30K newer roof, $20K kitchen remodel, some interior paint, exterior trim & cedar accents creating a clean look while still leaving room to add value. Enjoy a large, fully fenced backyard with a sundeck perfect for entertaining, pets, or gardening—complete with a chicken coop & storage shed for added charm and functionality. With a full-price offer, a 1-year home warranty is included, along with peace of mind from a completed pre-inspection, sewer scope, and recent furnace service. The flexible layout offers excellent income potential—owner-occupy and rent out the basement, or explore short-term rental options. Previously used for Airbnb room rentals, this home has proven income history. Garage space is used as storage or workshop space & there is parking for up to 4 cars on the driveway. Located just minutes from light rail, downtown Seattle, and major routes, this is a rare opportunity you won’t want to miss this!
Property Details
Price:
$615,000
MLS #:
NWM2505466
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Beacon Hill
Neighborhood:
385sodobeaconhill
Listed Date:
Apr 17, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,780
Total Sq Ft:
1,780
Lot Size:
8,050 sqft / 0.18 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1902
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Schools
School District:
Seattle
Elementary School:
Wing Luke
Middle School:
Aki Kurose
High School:
Rainier Beach High
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s)
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Cooling
None
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
Heating
Forced Air
Interior Features
Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
Levels
One
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Exterior
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
Metal/Vinyl, Wood
Covered Spaces
1
Direction Faces
Southeast
Exterior Features
Metal/Vinyl, Wood
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Dirt Road, Paved
Parking Features
Attached Garage
Parking Spots
4
Parking Total
4
Roof
Composition, Torch Down
Security Features
Partially Fenced
View
Partial, Territorial
Financial
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$6,546
Map
Community
- Address8607 42nd Avenue S Seattle WA
- SubdivisionBeacon Hill
- CitySeattle
- CountyKing
- Zip Code98118
Subdivisions in Seattle
- Admiral
- Alaska Junction
- Alki
- Allentown
- Arbor Heights
- Arboretum
- Arroyo
- Ballard
- Beach Drive
- Beacon Hill
- Belltown
- Belvedere Terrace
- Belvidere
- Bitter Lake
- Blue Ridge
- Boulevard Park
- Briarcrest
- Brighton
- Broadmoor
- Broadview
- Broadway
- Bryant
- Bryn Mawr
- Burien
- Campbell Hill
- Capitol Hill
- Cedar Park
- Cedarhurst
- Central Area
- Columbia
- Columbia City
- Crown Hill
- Delridge
- Denny Blaine
- Denny Triangle
- Downtown
- Dunlap
- Earlington
- Eastlake
- Fairmount
- Fauntleroy
- First Hill
- Fremont
- Gatewood
- Genesee
- Georgetown
- Glen Acres
- Green Lake
- Greenwood
- Gregory Heights
- Haller Lake
- Hawthorne Hills
- High Point
- Highland Park
- Highline
- Hillman City
- Holly Park
- International District
- Inverness
- Jackson Park
- Judkins
- Kent
- Lake City
- Lake Forest Park
- Lake Union
- Lakeridge
- Lakewood
- Laurelhurst
- Leschi
- Licton Springs
- Lincoln Park
- Loyal Heights
- Madison Park
- Madison Valley
- Madrona
- Magnolia
- Magnolia Bluff
- Maple Leaf
- Matthews Beach
- Meadowbrook
- Montlake
- Morgan Junction
- Mt Baker
- N Beacon Hill
- North Admiral
- North Beach
- North Burien
- North Capitol Hill
- North City
- North Shorewood
- Northgate
- Olympic Hills
- Olympic Manor
- Phinney Ridge
- Pigeon Point
- Pinehurst
- Pioneer Square
- Portage Bay
- Puget Ridge
- Queen Anne
- Rainier Beach
- Rainier Valley
- Ravenna
- Renton
- Roosevelt
- Sand Point
- SeaTac
- Seattle
- Seaview
- Seola Beach
- Seward Park
- Shoreline
- Shorewood
- Skyway
- Sodo
- South Lake Union
- South Park
- Southern
- Sunset Hill
- The Highlands
- Top Hat
- Tukwila
- University District
- Upper Rainier Beach
- Victory Heights
- View Ridge
- Wallingford
- Washington Park
- Wedgwood
- West Seattle
- Westlake
- Westwood
- Westwood Village
- White Center
- Whittier
- Windermere
- Woodland Park
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Seattle as of Apr 24, 2026
1,955
Single Family Listed
51
Avg DOM
619
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,227,937
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Beacon Hill subdivision, 8607 42nd Avenue S Seattle WA is a Single Family for sale in Seattle, WA, 98118. It is listed for $615,000 and features 4 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 1,780 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1902. The current price per square foot is $346. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Seattle is $619. The average listing price for Single Family in Seattle is $1,227,937. To schedule a showing of MLS#nwm2505466 at 8607 42nd Avenue S in Seattle, WA, contact your Best in the West agent at 206-351-5550.
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Courtesy of Timber Real Estate. Disclaimer: Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Apr-23-2026 10:59:37 pm. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.Copyright 2026. All rights reserved.
8607 42nd Avenue S
Seattle, WA


