Water Views
Address
8609 41st Avenue Sw, Seattle, WA
Price
$ 1,225,000
Property Attributes
- ID#2579375
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyKING
- CitySeattle
- AreaWest Seattle
- NeighborhoodGatewood
- Zip98136
- Style1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Year Built1941
- Taxes$ 13204
- Price$ 1,225,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1400
- Lot Size0.1698 Acres
Data Source:
Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
Property Description
This west-facing haven is pure West Seattle magic — a sparkling jewel box w/ sweeping Sound, mountain, ferry & Vashon views. Light pours through from morning to golden hour as ferries glide by & sunsets soften to blush & deep blue. Two beautifully defined living spaces: an intimate fireside den & a formal living + dining room wrapped in showstopping views, opening wide to the spectacular view deck — the star attraction! There is a happy, creative energy here, palpable from the moment you arrive. Warm, soulful & beloved for years, the residence has an ease & magnetic aura all its own. A primary suite, petite second bedroom or office, two full baths & a built-in west-facing Murphy bed create a wonderfully flexible layout. The landscape is just as special: a serene zen garden w/ twinkling lights, anchored by a majestic Japanese maple & architectural pines, plus tiered west-facing grounds that glow in afternoon & evening sun — a beautiful blank canvas for a coveted vegetable garden & lush plantings. The deck becomes an outdoor living room — made for long al fresco dinners, fire pit evenings & watching boat life drift across the Sound. An attached garage adds everyday ease. Custom-built in 1941 for Danish-born American artist Gudrun Brask, the residence carries a meaningful legacy of creativity, warmth & soul. Tucked along a coveted dead-end street, this is a dream primary residence or Airbnb retreat — a deeply loved, light-filled sanctuary ready to be treasured for generations.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Buyer To Verify Elementary School | Buyer To Verify Middle School | Buyer To Verify High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/8/2026 | Listed $1,225,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1400 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Sewer Connected |
| Heating | Ductless |
| Cooling | Ductless |
| Possession | Closing |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer |
| Security Features | Partially Fenced,Security System |
| Year Built | 1941 |
| View | Islands,Mountains,See Remarks,Sound,Territorial |
| Topography | Sloped,Steep Slope,Terraces |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| County | King |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | Gatewood |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Special Listing Conditions | None |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Fauntleroy Junction go South on California Ave SW,turn left at Thistle - right on 40th to dead end street 41st. |
| High School | Buyer To Verify |
| City | Seattle |
| Entry Location | Main |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | Seattle |
| MLS Area | 140 - West Seattle |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 7395 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
| Elementary School | Buyer To Verify |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 13204.8 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Buyer To Verify |
| Public Remarks | This west-facing haven is pure West Seattle magic a sparkling jewel box w/ sweeping Sound,mountain,ferry & Vashon views. Light pours through from morning to golden hour as ferries glide by & sunsets |
| Structure Type | House |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Water Company | Seattle Public Utilities |
| Property Style | 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt. |
| NWM_ShowMapLink | Yes |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bath Off Primary,Ceiling Fan(s),Dbl Pane/Storm Window,Dining Room,Fireplace,Jetted Tub,Pantry,Security System,Skylight(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Water Heater |
|---|---|
| Basement | Roughed In |
| Flooring | Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Slate,Vinyl |
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Water Heater Type | Electric |
| Water Heater Location | Basement |
| Fireplaces Main | 2 |
| Power Production Type | Geothermal,See Remarks |
| Baths Full Main | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Wood |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Fruit Trees,Garden Space |
| Parking Features | Driveway,Attached Garage |
| Lot Features | Cul-De-Sac,Curbs,Dead End Street,Paved,Secluded,Sidewalk |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Inclusions | Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s) |
| Foundation Details | Poured Concrete |
| Building Area Total | 1400 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.1698 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 1 |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
| Site Features | Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Patio |
| Parking Uncovered Total | 1 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 98136
Price
Taxes
Year Built
Visits
In The Neighborhood
Just Listed
Seattle
$ 925,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,280 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: Windermere Real Estate Co.
Just Listed
Seattle
$ 1,249,998
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,430 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: COMPASS
Water Views
Seattle
$ 1,450,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 2,900 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 2.5 Baths
Listed by: Lake & Company
Views
Seattle
$ 695,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,180 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 1 Baths
Listed by: 1% Lists Pacific Northwest
Water Views
Seattle
$ 899,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,550 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: Keller Williams Seattle Metro
Open House
Seattle
$ 650,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 840 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 1 Baths
Listed by: Windermere Real Estate Midtown
Views
Seattle
$ 2,370,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 3,065 SqFt
- Rooms
- 5 Beds + 4 Baths
Listed by: Keller Williams Seattle Metro
Views
Seattle
$ 634,950
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 970 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 2.5 Baths
Listed by: COMPASS
Viewed
Seattle
$ 985,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,460 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: Windermere West Metro
Water Views
Seattle
$ 635,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,347 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2.5 Baths
Listed by: CENTURY 21 North Homes Realty
Reduced
Seattle
$ 1,950,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 4,010 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 3 Baths
Listed by: COMPASS
Water Views
Seattle
$ 710,000
- Type
- Single Family | Active
- Size
- 1,106 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Listed by: Keller Williams Seattle Metro
