LAST CHANCE! “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” Step inside & prepare to be surprised by a spacious, peaceful home w/ a thoughtful layout & versatility to spare. Freshly renovated & move-in ready, this 2,300 sq ft home offers 5 bedrooms & 2 baths across two levels. The upper level features peekaboo views of Lake Union & the Seattle Skyline from the light & bright, open living room. The spacious kitchen comes w/ Quartz counters, plenty of workspace, storage, & new SS appliances. 3 large bedrooms & a refreshed bath round out the top while the lower level provides 2 additional bedrooms, one of which could serve so many purposes due to its exceptionally large size! An additional family room could provide room for movie nights & fun. With a second separate entry, the lower offers options for multigenerational living, your extended-stay guests, or home-based business. Live throughout the home or tailor each level to fit your lifestyle. The three-car driveway parking adds everyday convenience. Easy access to i5, Gas Works Park, Lake Union, the Burke-Gilman Trail, & all the restaurants and shops nearby. Feeds to John Stanford Int’l too. With its proximity to UW and numerous high-income earners, it could also make a great rental investment. Lastly, this lot also offers value for its future DADU potential, as seen by nearby development. So many options! Buyer to verify intended uses & future development to their satisfaction. Don’t sleep on this one- its flexibility is hard to find!
Property Details
Price:
$945,000
MLS #:
NWM2568517
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
University District
Neighborhood:
710northseattle
Listed Date:
Aug 7, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,300
Total Sq Ft:
2,300
Lot Size:
4,000 sqft / 0.09 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1980
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Schools
School District:
Seattle
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
None
Flooring
Laminate, Carpet
Heating
90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air
Interior Features
Second Kitchen, Second Primary Bedroom, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
Levels
One
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Exterior
Architectural Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Wood
Exterior Features
Wood
Lot Features
Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Parking Features
Driveway, Off Street, RV Parking
Parking Spots
3
Parking Total
3
Roof
Composition
Security Features
Partially Fenced
View
City, Lake, Partial, Territorial
Financial
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$9,620
Map
Community
- Address4042 5th Avenue NE Seattle WA
- SubdivisionUniversity District
- CitySeattle
- CountyKing
- Zip Code98105
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- Admiral
- Alaska Junction
- Alki
- Allentown
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Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Seattle as of Oct 29, 2026
2,188
Single Family Listed
65
Avg DOM
593
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,211,484
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the University District subdivision, 4042 5th Avenue NE Seattle WA is a Single Family for sale in Seattle, WA, 98105. It is listed for $945,000 and features 5 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 2,300 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1980. The current price per square foot is $411. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Seattle is $593. The average listing price for Single Family in Seattle is $1,211,484. To schedule a showing of MLS#nwm2568517 at 4042 5th Avenue NE in Seattle, WA, contact your Best in the West agent at 206-351-5550.
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4042 5th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA


