Don't miss this golden opportunity to unlock the potential of this diamond in the rough. Nestled in one of West Seattle's most desirable neighborhoods, this home features a rare main-floor primary bedroom, three large bedrooms upstairs and a large kitchen that opens to the dining area - which could be perfect for future entertaining. Set on a semi-private lot, it also includes an outbuilding ideal for extra storage or for a future workshop. This home is being sold as-is and is ready for your vision. Whether you are a seasoned renovator or first time homebuyer with a dream, bring your toolbelt, your imagination, creativity and ambition and transform this home into something special. Sweat equity awaits!
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Listed by:
Normajean Jacobs,
Better Properties Kitsap,
Michael Hagen,
John L. Scott, Inc
Bought with: COMPASS
$585,000
1940 SW Dawson Street, Seattle, WA 98106
4beds
1,700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.45 Acres Lot
$584,200 Zestimate®
$344/sqft
$4,029 Estimated rent
Home value
$584,200
$543,000 - $631,000
$4,029/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 31, 2025 at 04:05am
Listed by:
Normajean Jacobs,
Better Properties Kitsap,
Michael Hagen,
John L. Scott, Inc
Bought with:
Brad Howell, 12038
COMPASS
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2417571
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Trash Compactor, Garbage Disposal, Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Lower Bathroom Closet
Features
- Bath Off Primary
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,700
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Security System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Partial, See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Features: Paved
- Topography: Partial Slope,Sloped,Steep Slope,Terraces
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Garden Space, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 3438500102
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Leased Equipment: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Northwest Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl, Wood Siding, Wood Products
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Average
- Year built: 1961
- Major remodel year: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle Power
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Seattle
- Subdivision: Delridge
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2025 | Sold | $585,000+6.4%$344/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS #2417571 | ||
| 8/21/2025 | Pending sale | $550,000$324/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #2417571 | ||
| 8/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $550,000$324/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #2417571 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,598 -3.7% | $657,000 +9.3% |
| 2023 | $6,854 +6.2% | $601,000 -4.8% |
| 2022 | $6,453 +3.6% | $631,000 +12.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Riverview
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Pathfinder K-8Grades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10West Seattle High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
- 4/10Louisa Boren STEM K-8Grades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lafayette
- Middle: Madison Mid
- High: West Seattle High
Source: NWMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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