Nestled in the heart of West Seattle, this charming Cape Cod home offers warmth, character, & opportunity in one of the area’s most beloved neighborhoods. Set on a generous lot, it invites imagination for a thoughtful remodel, seamless expansion, custom new construction, or exploring development potential. With alley access and ample space, the property is an excellent candidate for a DADU + ADU, opening the door to multi-genl living, guest quarters, add rental income or subdivide. Well maintained over the years, the home is ready for its next chapter & offers tremendous potential to update, personalize, or reimagine. Inside, a beautiful original fireplace and hardwood floors are ready to shine once again, bringing timeless charm & a welcoming feel. A new electrical panel provides a valuable head start for future improvements. The partially finished daylight basement adds even more opportunity, with enough space to create two additional bedrooms, a spacious great room, and laundry area—ideal for expanded living or flexible use. Tree-lined streets and established homes create a true neighborhood atmosphere, while nearby parks offer wonderful places enjoy & unwind. Just minutes from both the Admiral & Alaska Junctions, you’ll enjoy easy access to beloved cafés, restaurants, local boutiques, grocery stores, schools and lively community events. This is more than an investment—it’s an opportunity to create something special in a consistently sought-after pocket of West Seattle.
Property Details
Price:
$850,000
MLS #:
NWM2486576
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Genesee
Neighborhood:
140westseattle
Listed Date:
Mar 4, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,800
Total Sq Ft:
1,800
Lot Size:
5,700 sqft / 0.13 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1951
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Schools
School District:
Seattle
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Three Quarter Bathroom
Cooling
None
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Hardwood, Vinyl
Heating
Forced Air
Exterior
Construction Materials
Wood
Exterior Features
Wood
Parking Features
Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
Parking Spots
1
Roof
Composition
Security Features
Partially Fenced
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$8,103
Map
Community
- Address3828 48th Avenue SW Seattle WA
- SubdivisionGenesee
- CitySeattle
- CountyKing
- Zip Code98116
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 Mar 05, 2026
1,568
Single Family Listed
59
Avg DOM
619
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,234,376
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Genesee subdivision, 3828 48th Avenue SW Seattle WA is a Single Family for sale in Seattle, WA, 98116. It is listed for $850,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,800 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1951. The current price per square foot is $472. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Seattle is $619. The average listing price for Single Family in Seattle is $1,234,376. To schedule a showing of MLS#nwm2486576 at 3828 48th Avenue SW in Seattle, WA, contact your Best in the West agent at 206-351-5550.
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3828 48th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA


