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4947 SW Forney St, Seattle, WA 98116
About this home
This 2400+ sqft home sits on a dead end street in the heart of the Admiral District. Beautifully updated & meticulously cared for! Walk in, drop your gear in the foyer, then round the corner & be wowed by the open concept main floor w/ vaulted ceilings, large updated kitchen, dining & living area. Upper level offers 3 bdrms; which includes a primary suite + an add'l bth. Lower level has a huge rec room + guest suite. Bonuses include a two car garage + workshop and an add'l 5,000sqft lot neighboring tranquil Schmitz Park. Sit out on the beautiful deck and enjoy your serene backyard. Perfect for peace and quiet as well as entertaining, it's like having your very own park! Close to schools, amenities, Alki Beach, public transportation & more!

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Market trends in West Seattle, WA
Last updated August 2026
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Seller's market
- $975,0003 beds1.5 baths1,760 sq ft1921 44th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116Trevor Gage • Keller Williams Eastside
- OPEN SUN, 1:30PM TO 3:30PM$275,0001 bed1 bath582 sq ft4831 Fauntleroy Way SW #305, Seattle, WA 98116Tamara Canero • Windermere Real Estate Midtown
- NEW 15 HRS AGO$325,0001 bed1 bath651 sq ft1156 Alki Ave SW #104, Seattle, WA 98116Stephen Sanelli • Coldwell Banker Bain
- OPEN TODAY, 3PM TO 5PM
- 3D WALKTHROUGH$1,250,0006 beds4 baths3,360 sq ft2352 49th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116Jesse Tronson • AQUA Real Estate
- $199,9001 bed1 bath499 sq ft4405 SW Alaska St #304, Seattle, WA 98116Patrick Mercado • PropertiesNW of Gig Harbor Ltd
- 3D WALKTHROUGH$620,0002 beds2 baths1,159 sq ft4847 California Ave SW #605, Seattle, WA 98116Sharon Vinograd • COMPASS
- 3D WALKTHROUGH
- 3D WALKTHROUGH$990,0003 beds2 baths1,174 sq ft4011 SW Maryland Pl, Seattle, WA 98116Tim Manchik • Best Choice Realty
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Sale history for 4947 SW Forney St
$304/sq ft
$698/sq ft
$617/sq ft
$217/sq ft
$217/sq ft
$200/sq ft
$198/sq ft
$198/sq ft
Tax history for 4947 SW Forney St
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
- Public record
- Permits
Install a NEMA 14-50 electrical outlet.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: RV Parking, Driveway, Attached Garage
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Has Attached Garage
- Has Garage
- Garage Square Feet: 520
Interior
- Virtual Tour
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 4
- # of Beds Upper: 3
- # of Beds Lower: 1
- Bedrooms Possible: 4
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Baths (Total): 1
- # of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 2
- # of Full Baths (Upper): 1
- # of Three Quarter Baths (Upper): 1
- # of Three Quarter Baths (Lower): 1
- # of Bathtubs: 1
- # of Showers: 3
- Room 1 Information
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 2 Information
- Room Type: Entry Hall
- Room Level: Main
- Room 3 Information
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: Lower
- Room 4 Information
- Room Type: Great Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 5 Information
- Room Type: Kitchen With Eating Space
- Room Level: Main
- Room 6 Information
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room 7 Information
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room 8 Information
- Room Type: Utility Room
- Room Level: Second
- Room 9 Information
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
- Room Level: Second
- Room 10 Information
- Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
- Room Level: Second
- Room 11 Information
- Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
- Room Level: Lower
- Room 12 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room 13 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room 14 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Lower
- Basement Information
- Basement Features: Daylight, Finished
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace Features: Gas
- # of Fireplaces Main: 1
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Heating Information: Forced Air
- Has Cooling
- Cooling Information: Central A/C
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Dining Room, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Fireplace, Water Heater
- Appliances: Dryer(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Appliances Included: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
Exterior
- Building Information
- Building Information: Built On Lot
- Roof: Composition
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Cement Planked
- Property Information
- Energy Source: Natural Gas
- Sq. Ft. Finished: 2,470
- Style Code: 17 - 1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Condition: Very Good
- Land Information
- Vegetation: Brush, Garden Space
- Lot Information
- MLS Lot Size Source: Tax Records
- Site Features: Cable TV,Deck,RV Parking,Shop
- Lot Features: Dead End Street, Paved, Sidewalk
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Lot Size Acres: 0.2296
- Elevation Units: Feet
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $12,612
- Tax Year: 2024
- Financial Information
- Listing Terms: Cash Out, Conventional, FHA
- Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Public
- Water Company: City of Seattle
- Power Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Sewer Company: City of Seattle
- Water Heater Location: Garage
- Water Heater Type: Gas
- Cable Connected: Xfinity
- Internet Connected: Xfinity
Location
- School Information
- Elementary School: Genesee Hill Elementary
- Middle Or Junior High School: Madison Mid
- High School: West Seattle High
- High School District: Seattle
- Location Information
- Bus Line Nearby: true
- Bus Route Number: 57, 50, 56
- Directions: GPS works great
- Topography: Level
- Community Information
- Senior Exemption: false
Public facts
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 3.0
- Sq. Ft.: 2,860
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 5,000 square feet
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1994
- Year Renovated: —
- County: King County
- APN: 149280 0284
Other
- Listing Information
- Mls Status: Sold
- Listing Date Information
- Offers Review Date: Tuesday, July 16, 2024
- On Market Date: Thursday, July 11, 2024
- Green Information
- Direction Faces: North
- Power Production Type: Natural Gas
- Home Information
- Living Area: 2,470
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Calculated Square Footage: 2470
- MLS Square Footage Source: Tax Records
- Building Area Total: 2470
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
- Structure Type: House
- Entry Location: Main
Around this home
Schools
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 86° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 1.7 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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4 Beds | 2 Baths | 3186 Sq. Ft. | $1,253,247 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1790 Sq. Ft. | $1,032,775 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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3 Beds | 2 Baths | - Sq. Ft. | $886,586 |
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