Thoughtfully designed to capture the best of West Seattle living, this exceptional live/work residence offers incredible flexibility, modern design, and beautiful peekaboo views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains, and colorful western sunsets. The versatile main level is designed to adapt to your lifestyle—create the perfect space for your business, a dedicated work-from-home environment, guest suite, creative studio, game room, or additional living space. The thoughtful floor plan provides separation between work and residential areas while maintaining an open and connected feel throughout the home. At the heart of the residence, the chef-inspired kitchen features a natural gas range, generous workspace, contemporary finishes, and a seamless connection to the living and dining areas. Upstairs, an additional bedroom, full bath, and dedicated office provide even more flexibility, while the upper-level primary suite creates a private retreat away from the main living and workspace areas. Enjoy peekaboo views of Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains, along with a private deck designed for sunset cocktails. Built by a local West Seattle builder with an emphasis on quality, style, and functionality, every level has been thoughtfully considered for modern living. Dedicated parking adds everyday convenience, while the California Ave location puts neighborhood coffee shops, restaurants, parks, shopping with Alaska Junction just minutes away. Off street parking available for purchase.
Property Details
Price:
$849,900
MLS #:
NWM2581468
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Seaview
Neighborhood:
140westseattle
Listed Date:
Sep 11, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,603
Total Sq Ft:
1,603
Lot Size:
706 sqft / 0.02 acres (approx)
Year Built:
2026
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Schools
School District:
Seattle
Elementary School:
Fairmount Park
Middle School:
Madison Mid
High School:
West Seattle High
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s)
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Three Quarter Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Carpet
Heating
Ductless
Interior Features
Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
Levels
Multi/Split
Exterior
Architectural Style
Modern
Community Features
CCRs
Construction Materials
Cement Plank, Wood
Direction Faces
East
Exterior Features
Cement Planked, Wood
Lot Features
Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
New Construction YN
1
Parking Features
None
Roof
Composition, Flat
Security Features
Fully Fenced
View
City, Mountains, Sound, Territorial
Financial
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$8,000
Map
Community
- Address5251 California Avenue SW Seattle WA
- SubdivisionSeaview
- CitySeattle
- CountyKing
- Zip Code98136
Subdivisions in Seattle
- Admiral
- Alaska Junction
- Alki
- Allentown
- Arbor Heights
- Arboretum
- Ballard
- Beach Drive
- Beacon Hill
- Belltown
- Belvedere Terrace
- Belvidere
- Bitter Lake
- Blakley Manor
- Blue Ridge
- Boulevard Park
- Brighton
- Broadmoor
- Broadview
- Broadway
- Bryant
- Bryn Mawr
- Burien
- Campbell Hill
- Capitol Hill
- Cedar Park
- Central Area
- Columbia
- Columbia City
- Crown Hill
- Delridge
- Denny Blaine
- Denny Triangle
- Downtown
- Downtown Des Moines
- 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
- Hillman City
- Holly Park
- Interbay
- International District
- Inverness
- Jackson Park
- Jefferson Park
- Judkins
- Lake City
- Lake Union
- Lakeridge
- Lakewood
- Laurelhurst
- Leschi
- Licton Springs
- Lincoln Park
- Loyal Heights
- Madison Park
- Madison Valley
- Madrona
- Magnolia
- Magnolia Bluff
- Maple Leaf
- Marine View
- Matthews Beach
- Meadowbrook
- Montlake
- Morgan Junction
- Mt Baker
- N Beacon Hill
- Normandy Park
- North Admiral
- North Beach
- North Capitol Hill
- North Hill
- 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
- Richmond Beach
- Roanoke Park
- Roosevelt
- Sand Point
- Sand Point Country Club
- Seahurst
- SeaTac
- Seattle
- Seaview
- Seward Park
- Sheridan
- Shoreline
- Shorewood
- Skyway
- Sodo
- South Lake Union
- South Park
- Sunset Hill
- 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 Oct 28, 2026
2,195
Single Family Listed
65
Avg DOM
593
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,211,555
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Seaview subdivision, 5251 California Avenue SW Seattle WA is a Single Family for sale in Seattle, WA, 98136. It is listed for $849,900 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,603 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 2026. The current price per square foot is $530. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Seattle is $593. The average listing price for Single Family in Seattle is $1,211,555. To schedule a showing of MLS#nwm2581468 at 5251 California Avenue SW in Seattle, WA, contact your Best in the West agent at 206-351-5550.
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5251 California Avenue SW
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