Tucked on a quiet residential street in desirable Lakewood, this turnkey 4-bedroom, 1.75-bath mid-century blends timeless design, modern updates, and exceptional flexibility just moments from Columbia City, Genesee Park, and Lake Washington. Thoughtfully updated while preserving its original character, the home features a newer roof, central A/C, furnace, water heater, updated lighting, upgraded appliances including gas cooking, and abundant storage. Light-filled living spaces feature vaulted ceilings, skylights, hardwood floors, large picture windows, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The flexible lower level can function seamlessly with the main home or as a fully independent living space with separate entrance, 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, living area, bath, and access to newer washer/dryer—ideal for Airbnb income, multi-generational living, guest quarters, or mortgage offset potential. Two full kitchens offer rare versatility for modern living. Set on a large south-facing corner lot, the home offers mature landscaping, inviting entertaining spaces, a new concrete pathway, off-street parking, and a one-car garage. Enjoy easy access to Columbia City’s restaurants, cafés, PCC Market, farmers market, and light rail, along with nearby Genesee Park, the off-leash dog park, ball fields, Lake Washington, and convenient commutes via I-90 and I-5. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home with true flexibility in one of South Seattle’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Property Details
Price:
$1,025,000
MLS #:
NWM2518014
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Columbia City
Neighborhood:
380southeastseattle
Listed Date:
May 14, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,740
Total Sq Ft:
1,740
Lot Size:
4,800 sqft / 0.11 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1953
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Schools
School District:
Seattle
Elementary School:
Buyer To Verify
Middle School:
Buyer To Verify
High School:
Buyer To Verify
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Three Quarter Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
Heating
Forced Air
Interior Features
Second Kitchen, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
Levels
One
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Exterior
Architectural Style
Mid-Century Modern
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
Brick, Cement Plank, Wood
Covered Spaces
1
Direction Faces
South
Exterior Features
Brick, Cement Planked, Wood
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Parking Features
Attached Garage, Off Street
Parking Spots
3
Parking Total
3
Roof
Composition
Security Features
Fully Fenced
View
Territorial
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$9,730
Map
Community
- Address4500 S Alaska Street -1846 Seattle WA
- SubdivisionColumbia City
- CitySeattle
- CountyKing
- Zip Code98118
Subdivisions in Seattle
- Admiral
- Alaska Junction
- Alki
- Allentown
- Arbor Heights
- Arboretum
- Arroyo
- Ballard
- Beach Drive
- Beacon Hill
- Belltown
- Belvedere Terrace
- Belvidere
- Bitter Lake
- Blue Ridge
- Boulevard Park
- Briarcrest
- Brighton
- Broadmoor
- Broadview
- Broadway
- Bryant
- Bryn Mawr
- Burien
- Campbell Hill
- Capitol Hill
- Cedar Park
- Cedarhurst
- Central Area
- Columbia
- Columbia City
- Crown Hill
- Delridge
- Denny Blaine
- Denny Triangle
- Downtown
- 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
- Highline
- Hillman City
- Holly Park
- International District
- Inverness
- Jackson Park
- Judkins
- Kent
- Lake City
- Lake Forest Park
- Lake Union
- Lakeridge
- Lakewood
- Laurelhurst
- Leschi
- Licton Springs
- Lincoln Park
- Loyal Heights
- Madison Park
- Madison Valley
- Madrona
- Magnolia
- Magnolia Bluff
- Maple Leaf
- Matthews Beach
- Meadowbrook
- Montlake
- Morgan Junction
- Mt Baker
- N Beacon Hill
- North Admiral
- North Beach
- North Burien
- North Capitol Hill
- North City
- North Shorewood
- Northgate
- Olympic Hills
- Olympic Manor
- Phinney Ridge
- Pigeon Point
- Pinehurst
- Pioneer Square
- Portage Bay
- Puget Ridge
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- Rainier Beach
- Rainier Valley
- Ravenna
- Renton
- Roosevelt
- Sand Point
- SeaTac
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- Seward Park
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- South Park
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- The Highlands
- 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 May 27, 2026
2,069
Single Family Listed
53
Avg DOM
616
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,237,307
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Columbia City subdivision, 4500 S Alaska Street -1846 Seattle WA is a Single Family for sale in Seattle, WA, 98118. It is listed for $1,025,000 and features 4 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,740 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1953. The current price per square foot is $589. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Seattle is $616. The average listing price for Single Family in Seattle is $1,237,307. To schedule a showing of MLS#nwm2518014 at 4500 S Alaska Street -1846 in Seattle, WA, contact your Best in the West agent at 206-351-5550.
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4500 S Alaska Street -1846
Seattle, WA


