Listed by David Faigin • Prosper Northwest Real Estate. Bought with Skyline Properties, Inc.
Off market dec 2021 for $740K
$824,756
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$5,759/mo
2
bd
•
2 ba
•
1,280
sq ft
8429 40th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136
About this home
Unique cottage offering Puget Sound and Mt Rainier views in sought-after West Seattle neighborhood. The main level features charming great-room with corner window to take in the Sound view, recently updated floors, chic remodeled kitchen and full bath. Lower level includes light-filled master bedroom with walk-in closet and direct access to the yard as well as another full bath, office and second bedroom. Expansive fully fenced street-to-alley double lot offers entertaining area with lighted gazebo, cozy gas fire pit, kids play set and multiple storage sheds. Excellent opportunity for expansion or future spectacular view home. Architected plans for 900+ sq/ft addition available! Walkable to Lincoln park, cafes and shops & Westwood Village.
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
6,400 sq ftLot Size
$644Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by David Faigin• Prosper Northwest Real Estate
Beautifully landscaped level lot, with views of the sound from the living room. Bedroom is located in the basement.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Amy Nelson
Redfin Associate agent • Associate Agent
Sale history for 8429 40th Ave SW
Date
Event
Price
Dec 20, 2021
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1863564
$740,000
$578/sq ft
Nov 28, 2021
Pending
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1863564
—
Nov 15, 2021
Listed (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1863564
$725,000
$566/sq ft
Aug 24, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Sold)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1125167
$556,000
$434/sq ft
Jul 26, 2017
Pending
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1125167
—
Jul 20, 2017
Pending (Pending Inspection)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1125167
—
Jul 16, 2017
Price Changed
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1125167
$550,000
$430/sq ft
Jul 7, 2017
Listed (Active)
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1125167
$585,000
$457/sq ft
Sep 17, 1999
Sold
Public Records
$172,000
$134/sq ft
Aug 31, 1998
Sold
Public Records
$132,905
$104/sq ft
Mar 17, 1995
Sold
Public Records
$141,500
$111/sq ft
Jul 18, 1986
Sold
Public Records
$57,500
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,830 (+12.2%)
$577,000 + $130,000
$707,000
2025
$6,981 (+12.3%)
$577,000 + $130,000
$707,000
2024
$6,217 (+5.1%)
$548,000 + $126,000
$674,000
2023
$5,917 (+7.8%)
$461,000 + $145,000
$606,000
2022
$5,489 (+3.9%)
$394,000 + $250,000
$644,000
2021
$5,282 (+0.7%)
$340,000 + $208,000
$548,000
2020
$5,245 (+12.2%)
$311,000 + $190,000
$501,000
2019
$4,674 (+4.1%)
$310,000 + $190,000
$500,000
2018
$4,490 (+17.3%)
$310,000 + $190,000
$500,000
2017
$3,829 (+3.9%)
$246,000 + $172,000
$418,000
2016
$3,684 (+17.1%)
$217,000 + $149,000
$366,000
2015
$3,145 (+1.6%)
$206,000 + $140,000
$346,000
2014
$3,094 (+7.0%)
$180,000 + $120,000
$300,000
2013
$2,892 (−6.4%)
$161,000 + $108,000
$269,000
2012
$3,090 (−0.2%)
$154,000 + $93,000
$247,000
2011
$3,096 (+9.0%)
$148,000 + $147,000
$295,000
2010
$2,840 (−6.5%)
$146,000 + $144,000
$290,000
2009
$3,036
$179,000 + $175,000
$354,000
Tax history for 8429 40th Ave SW
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,830 (+12.2%)
$577,000 + $130,000
$707,000
2025
$6,981 (+12.3%)
$577,000 + $130,000
$707,000
2024
$6,217 (+5.1%)
$548,000 + $126,000
$674,000
2023
$5,917 (+7.8%)
$461,000 + $145,000
$606,000
2022
$5,489 (+3.9%)
$394,000 + $250,000
$644,000
2021
$5,282 (+0.7%)
$340,000 + $208,000
$548,000
2020
$5,245 (+12.2%)
$311,000 + $190,000
$501,000
2019
$4,674 (+4.1%)
$310,000 + $190,000
$500,000
2018
$4,490 (+17.3%)
$310,000 + $190,000
$500,000
2017
$3,829 (+3.9%)
$246,000 + $172,000
$418,000
2016
$3,684 (+17.1%)
$217,000 + $149,000
$366,000
2015
$3,145 (+1.6%)
$206,000 + $140,000
$346,000
2014
$3,094 (+7.0%)
$180,000 + $120,000
$300,000
2013
$2,892 (−6.4%)
$161,000 + $108,000
$269,000
2012
$3,090 (−0.2%)
$154,000 + $93,000
$247,000
2011
$3,096 (+9.0%)
$148,000 + $147,000
$295,000
2010
$2,840 (−6.5%)
$146,000 + $144,000
$290,000
2009
$3,036
$179,000 + $175,000
$354,000
*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
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,040
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
King County
APN
249320 0295
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 5, 2026.
Oct 20, 2022 • Final
Side sewer
Perform a spot repair on a side sewer. No work will be performed in the right of way.
Gas
Plumbing
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
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Beds Lower: 2
Bedrooms Possible: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Full Baths (Lower): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Lower
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Lower
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Den/Office
Room Level: Lower
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Entry Hall
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Kitchen Without Eating Space
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Lower
Basement Information
Basement Features: Daylight, Finished
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Interior Features
Interior Features: Laminate Hardwood, Water Heater