Listed by Real Broker LLC
$415,000
$85K PRICE DROP

5038 California Ave SW Unit 2 Seattle, WA 98136

Fairmount Park Neighborhood

Estimated payment $3,219/month

Total Views 30,541
2 Beds
1 Bath
831 Sq Ft
$499 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Views of a Sound
  • Gated Community
  • Private Yard
  • Fairmount Park Elementary Rated A-
  • Bamboo Flooring
  • Community Garden

About This Home

Welcome to 5038 California Ave SW Unit #2—a beautifully updated condo in the heart of West Seattle, blending comfort, convenience, and charm. This rare gem features a private 1-car garage with extra storage, a spacious private patio perfect for entertaining, and partial Puget Sound views. Inside this 2-bed, 1-bath condo you’ll find a gorgeous wood-burning fireplace, a custom bar for entertaining, and thoughtfully updated finishes throughout. Both bedrooms include custom closet inserts for maximum organization, and the in-unit washer/dryer adds everyday convenience. With only a handful of units in the building, enjoy this peaceful retreat just steps away from the shops and restaurants of the Alaska Junction —don’t miss it!

Listing Agent

Molly Haines

Real Broker LLC License #110407 Listed on: 01/09/2025

Real Broker LLC

Co-Listing Agent

Amber Kelley

Real Broker LLC License #23010479

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2320453

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,644

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

HOA Fees

  • $540 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Views of a Sound
  • Mountain
  • Limited

Home Design

  • Bitumen Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Cement Board or Planked
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 831 Sq Ft Home
  • 4-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Bamboo
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

Utilities

  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • Private Yard

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, sewer, trash, water
  • 7 Units
  • Golden West Condominiums
  • Alaska Junction Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Garden
  • Elevator
  • Lobby

Security

  • Gated Community
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,644

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$540 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • StyleCode: 30 - Condo (1 Level)
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s)
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Prev Status: Active
  • Building Name: Golden West Condominiums
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 831
  • SeniorExemption: false
  • DwellingType: Attached
  • NumberOfAccessStairs: 16
  • UnitFeatures: Balcony/Deck/Patio,Insulated Windows,Yard
  • NWM_DPRUrl: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/NWMLS/2320453?w=Consumer&agent=92572
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 180

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceramic Tile, Fireplace, Water Heater
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Stories: 4
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • FireplacesMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 0
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 0
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • FloorNumberOfUnit: 2
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Torch Down
  • View: Mountain(s), Partial, Sound
  • Lot Features: Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Cement Plank, Stucco, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Cement Planked, Stucco, Wood
  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • ViewFrom: Unit

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Individual Garage

Utilities

  • Security: Security Gate
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Utility Closet
  • WaterHeaterType: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Cable TV, Elevator, Fire Sprinklers, Garden Space, Gated, High Speed Internet, Lobby Entrance
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 540.13
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Subject to Restrictions
  • CommonPropertyFeatures: Cable TV,Elevator,Fire Sprinklers,Garden Space,Gated Entry,High Speed Int Avail,Lobby Entrance,Security Gate

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Sewer, Trash, Water

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Seattle

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 2822300040
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1722
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7500
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Realist

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Insulated Windows
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Wood

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4644

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 7
  • EnergySource: Electric,Wood
  • UnitsInBuildingTotal: 7

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $4,169 $430,000 $211,800 $218,200
2023 $4,644 $491,000 $211,800 $279,200
2022 $3,488 $433,000 $202,800 $230,200
2021 $3,788 $375,000 $189,300 $185,700
2020 $3,847 $389,000 $189,300 $199,700
2018 $3,155 $350,000 $171,200 $178,800
2017 $2,231 $316,000 $153,200 $162,800
2016 $2,200 $228,000 $153,200 $74,800
2015 $1,940 $220,000 $126,200 $93,800
2014 -- $198,000 $108,100 $89,900
2013 -- $155,000 $108,100 $46,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Price Changed $415,000 -7.6% $499 / Sq Ft
04/11/2025 04/11/25 Price Changed $449,000 -0.2% $540 / Sq Ft
04/11/2025 04/11/25 Price Changed $449,999 -6.3% $542 / Sq Ft
04/11/2025 04/11/25 For Sale $479,999 0.0% $578 / Sq Ft
04/09/2025 04/09/25 Off Market $479,999 -- --
03/19/2025 03/19/25 Price Changed $479,999 0.0% $578 / Sq Ft
03/19/2025 03/19/25 For Sale $479,999 -2.0% $578 / Sq Ft
03/10/2025 03/10/25 Off Market $490,000 -- --
01/30/2025 01/30/25 Price Changed $490,000 -2.0% $590 / Sq Ft
01/09/2025 01/09/25 For Sale $500,000 +1.0% $602 / Sq Ft
03/29/2022 03/29/22 Sold $495,000 +13.8% $596 / Sq Ft
03/06/2022 03/06/22 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2022 03/04/22 For Sale $435,000 +17.6% $523 / Sq Ft
09/03/2020 09/03/20 Sold $370,000 0.0% $445 / Sq Ft
08/06/2020 08/06/20 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2020 08/05/20 For Sale $369,900 +13.3% $445 / Sq Ft
06/20/2016 06/20/16 Sold $326,500 +14.6% $393 / Sq Ft
06/08/2016 06/08/16 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2016 06/01/16 For Sale $285,000 -- $343 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $495,000 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $370,000 Wfg Natl Ttl Co Of Wa Llc
Quit Claim Deed -- Cw Title Co
Warranty Deed $326,500 Cw Title Co
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $155,000 Old Republic T
Warranty Deed $58,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $388,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $351,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $180,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $134,330 FHA
Previous Owner $56,600 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $150,350 FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2320453

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 282230-0040