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12239 78th Avenue S

Seattle, WA 98178

2 beds
1 bath
1,440 sqft
7,860 sqft lot
$322 per sqft
1943 build

Investor Alert! Use as primary home or investment rental! plenty of potential for expansion and renovations. The craftsman one level boasts an open layout, perfect for modern living, complemented by newly updated flooring. custom arch walls & corinthian columns. Kitchen features large island w/breakfast bar + additional dining space. walk-in pantry w/generous depth & plenty of shelves. multiple cabinets & closets making this home practical for everyday life. white LED recessed lights. living room w/soaring vaulted ceilings. fully fenced backyard w/ample landscaping for unique features/gardening projects. massive detached storage room + bonus garden shed. Open parking area for RVs, cars, boats, & trailers. zoned R6. Possible DU/ADU

Listing courtesy of NWMLS / RexMont Real Estate

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Feb 21, 2025 •

MLS# 2334708 —

The Building

Year Built:

1943
Year Built:

1943
Year Built Source:

Public Records
New Construction:

false
Building Information:

Built On Lot
Structure Type:

House
Exterior Features:

Wood
Roof:

Composition
Entry Location:

Main
Basement:

None
Foundation Details:

Poured Concrete
Security Features:

PartiallyFenced
Levels:

One
Building Area Total:

1440
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Calculated SqFt:

1440
SqFt Source:

Realist

Interior

Interior Features:

Fireplace, Laminate Hardwood, Walk-In Pantry, Wall to Wall Carpet
Living Area:

1440
Flooring:

Laminate, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Electric, Pellet Stove
Main Level Fireplace:

1
Finished SqFt:

1440

Financial & Terms

Possession:

Closing

Location

Latitude:

47.492722
Longitude:

-122.236135
Directions:

From I-5 S take exit 157 to merge onto WA-900 E/Martin Luther King Jr Way S toward M L King Way. Continue on WA-900 E/Martin Luther King Jr Way S. Take S Langston Rd to 78th Ave S in Bryn Mawr-Skyway

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Residential
Parcel Number:

765700-0565
Lot Features:

Paved
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.1804
Lot Size SqFt:

7860
Lot Size Source:

Realist
Zoning Description:

R6
Land Lease:

false
View:

Mountain(s)
View:

true
Waterfront:

false
Topography:

Level
Irrigation Water Rights:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

5339

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2
Bedrooms Possible:

2
Main Level Bedrooms:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

1
Baths:

1
Full Baths:

1
Main Full Baths:

1
Main Level Bathrooms:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

false
Heating:

true
Cooling:

None
Heating:

Stove/Free Standing

Utilities

Water Company:

Skyway
Water Source:

Public
Sewer:

Sewer Connected
Sewer Company:

Skyway
Power Company:

Seattle City Light

Appliances

Appliances:

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

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

Schools

Elementary School:

Lakeridge Elem
Middle Or Junior School:

Dimmitt Mid
High School:

Renton Snr High
High School District:

Renton

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Skyway
Senior Community:

false
Bus Line Nearby:

true
Bus Route Number:

106
Association:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Driveway, Off Street, RV Parking
Open Parking:

false
Attached Garage:

false
Carport:

false

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Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$465,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,489
Taxes	$444
Insurance	$127
Utilities	$133 See report
Total	$3,193/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
2/20/25 Feb 20, 2025	Listed / Active	NWMLS	$465,000

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This house located in West Hill, Bryn Mawr-Skyway, WA 98178 is currently for sale for $465,000. 12239 78th Avenue S is a 1,440 square foot house with 2 beds and 1 bath. 12239 78th Avenue S is in the West Hill neighborhood of Bryn Mawr-Skyway and has a WalkScore® of 55, making it somewhat walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Lakeridge Elementary School, Meadow Crest Early Childhood Education Center, Dimmitt Middle School, and Renton High School.

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