3838 38th Avenue S

Seattle, WA
$ 715,000 Beds 4 Baths 2 Sq 1,710
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One very special timeless charmer in the highly coveted neighborhood of Mt. Baker in S. Seattle. This 1927 Craftsman with tons of character awaits your vision to come in and make it your own. The thoughtful layout and versatile floor plan make it an irresistible opportunity to bring this beautiful home back to its original charm with all the modern updates and amenities you desire. With 4 bedrooms and 1.75 bathrooms, if offers room for all your guests to enjoy. As an added bonus, this home has an expansive unfinished basement just waiting to be finished, adding an extra 1,100 sq ft of living space. Outside, a fully fenced 6,180 sq ft lot with mature trees, provides privacy and a fully fenced yard. A detached 1 car garage is the final perk to greet you when arriving home. Location is the cherry on top being minutes away from the neighborhood restaurants, coffee shops, light rail and parks. Don't miss your chance to see this property.

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  • Price
  • $ 715,000
  • City
  • Seattle
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • KING
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Southeast Seattle
  • Lot Size
  • 0.1419 Acres
  • Zip
  • 98118
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,710
  • Year Built
  • 1927
  • Taxes
  • $ 8563
  • Style
  • Craftsman
  • MLS#
  • 2584649
Listed By: Coldwell Banker Bain and NWMLS
Data Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Features

General

Living Area 1710
Sewer Sewer Connected
Heating Baseboard,Forced Air
Cooling Forced Air
Possession Closing
Roof Composition
Appliances Dishwasher,Double Oven,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,See Remarks,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer
Architectural Style Craftsman
Security Features Fully Fenced
Year Built 1927
View Partial,Territorial
Topography Level
Levels One and One Half
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2026
Building Name Sunrise Addition
County King
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Attached Garage No
Subdivision Name Mt Baker
Garage Y/N Yes
Full Baths 1
Special Listing Conditions None
Status Active
Directions Take Exit 3A for Rainier Avenue S. At the end of the ramp,turn left onto Rainier. Continue south on Rainier Ave S. for approx. 1 mile. Turn left onto S McClellan St. Turn right onto 38th Ave S.
High School Franklin High
City Seattle
Entry Location Main
Senior Community Y/N No
High School District Seattle
MLS Area 380 - Southeast Seattle
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 6180
Carport Y/N No
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
Elementary School Cedar Park Elementary
Land Lease Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 8563.33
Middle/Junior High School Mercer Mid
Property Condition Fair
Public Remarks One very special timeless charmer in the highly coveted neighborhood of Mt. Baker in S. Seattle. This 1927 Craftsman with tons of character awaits your vision to come in and make it your own. The tho
Structure Type House
Building Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Water Company Seattle Public Utility
Property Style 17 - 1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt
NWM_ShowMapLink Yes

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Fireplace,Water Heater
Basement Unfinished
Flooring Concrete,Hardwood,Vinyl
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Gas
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
3/4 Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 4
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Total Baths 2
Water Heater Type Natural Gas
Water Heater Location Basement
Fireplaces Main 1
Power Production Type Electric,Natural Gas
Baths Three Quarter Upper 1
Bedrooms Upper 2
Baths Full Main 1
Bathrooms 1.75

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Wood
Parking Features Detached Garage
Lot Features Curbs,Paved,Sidewalk
Water Source Public
Total Parking 1
Inclusions Dishwasher(s),Double Oven,Dryer(s),Leased Equipment,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),See Remarks,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
Foundation Details Poured Concrete
Building Area Total 2810
Lot Dimensions 103x60
Lot Size Acres 0.1419
Waterfront Y/N No
Covered Spaces 1
Irrigation Water Rights Y/N No
Site Features Fenced-Fully
Lot Number 33-34

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Issaquah, WA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Cedar Park Elementary
Middle School Mercer Mid
High School Franklin High

Price History

9/19/2026 Listed $715,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 98118

Price
AVG $820K
$720K
Taxes
AVG $6,636
$8,563
Year Built
AVG 1978
1927
Visits
AVG 225
19
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3838 38th Avenue S Seattle, WA is a Single Family Home for sale at $715000 with 1710 sqft and a lot size of 0.1419 Acres Acre(s). 3838 38th Avenue S Seattle has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1927. The property's zip code is 98118 which is in Seattle, WA

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