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1588 Alki Avenue SW

Seattle, WA 98116

4 beds
2 baths
2,090 sqft
4,025 sqft lot
$837 per sqft
1957 build

This stunning duplex, located steps away from the world-renowned Alki Beach, offers an unmatched combination of breathtaking views, prime location, and exceptional investment potential. Whether you're looking for a vacation rental, long-term tenants, or the perfect live-in investment, this property checks all the boxes. With two spacious units, each featuring expansive living areas and large windows that flood the space with natural light, this duplex allows for maximum rental income or the ideal setup for multi-generational living. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of paradise!!

Listing courtesy of NWMLS / John L. Scott, Inc

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 14, 2025 •

MLS# 2373999 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1957
New Construction:

false
Building Information:

Built On Lot
Structure Type:

House
Roof:

Torch Down
Entry Location:

Main
Foundation Details:

Slab
Basement:

None
Exterior Features:

Brick, Cement/Concrete, Wood
Levels:

Two
Building Area Total:

2090
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Calculated SqFt:

2090
SqFt Source:

Tax Records
Construction Materials:

Brick, Concrete, Wood

Interior

Interior Features:

Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
Living Area:

2090
Flooring:

Hardwood, Vinyl Plank
Upper Level Fireplace:

1
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Electric
Finished SqFt:

2090

Financial & Terms

Possession:

Closing

Location

Latitude:

47.588468
Longitude:

-122.394775
Directions:

From West Seattle Bridge right on Harbor Avenue SW, continue on Alki Avenue SW, duplex on the left.

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Condition:

Good
Parcel Number:

0139000045
Lot Features:

Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.0924
Lot Size SqFt:

4025
Lot Size Source:

Realist
Land Lease:

false
View:

Sound
View:

true
Waterfront:

true
Topography:

Level
Vegetation:

Garden Space
Irrigation Water Rights:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

4
Bedrooms Upper Level:

2
Main Level Bedrooms:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Baths:

1.75
Full Baths:

1
Three Quarter Baths:

1
Main Level Bathrooms:

1
Main level Three Quarter Bath:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

1
# of Bathtubs:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None
Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour URL Description:

Video

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

false
Heating:

true
Cooling:

None
Heating:

Forced Air

Utilities

Water Company:

Seattle Public Utilities
Water Heater Location:

Downstairs Storage Area
Water Heater Type:

Electric
Water Source:

Community
Sewer:

Sewer Connected
Sewer Company:

Seattel Public Utilities
Power Company:

Seattle City Light

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Appliances Included:

Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)

Schools

Elementary School:

Alki
High School District:

Seattle

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Alki
Senior Community:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Attached Carport, Off Street
Open Parking:

false
Attached Garage:

false
Carport:

true

Listing courtesy of NWMLS / John L. Scott, Inc

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Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,750,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$9,370
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$481
Utilities	$137 See report
Total	$9,988/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/10/25 May 10, 2025	Listed / Active	NWMLS	$1,750,000	40.0% (8.9% / YR)
11/5/20 Nov 5, 2020		NWMLS	$1,250,000	-3.8%
10/27/20 Oct 27, 2020		NWMLS	$1,299,950

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This house located in West Seattle, Seattle, WA 98116 is currently for sale for $1,750,000. 1588 Alki Avenue SW is a 2,090 square foot house with 4 beds and 2 baths. 1588 Alki Avenue SW is in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle and has a WalkScore® of 19, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of West Seattle High School, Alki Elementary School, and Madison Middle School.

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