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$804,348$587 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $78,000 on Dec 8, 1987

2842 SW GENESEE ST

SEATTLE, WA 98126
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,370 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$804K
$754K low$855K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$78,000 · Dec 8, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,080 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$742,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$651,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$91,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$748,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$742,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Triplex
CountyKING
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 310 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
West Seattle High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Madison Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Lafayette Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi

District: Seattle School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98126These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.312

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,119
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,583 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$120,595
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$145,709
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

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How this home compares

2842 Sw Genesee St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 72% of homes in North Delridge
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in North Delridge
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in King County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in King County
  • Older than 69% of homes in King County

What homes are worth in Seattle 98126

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$316K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Seattle 98126.

How it measures up in Seattle 98126

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seattle 98126.

Estimated value$804,348
CheaperTypical $739,309Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$587
CheaperTypical $513Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,370 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,470 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 2842 Sw Genesee St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth DelridgeSeattle 98126King County
Estimated valuepricier than$804,34872% of homes61% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$58782% of homes69% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,370 ft²47% of homes43% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac71% of homes45% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than196136% of homes60% of homes31% of homes

About 2842 Sw Genesee St

How much is 2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA is $804,348 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $753,612 to $855,084. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA last sell?

2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA last sold on Dec 8, 1987 for $78,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA?

2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,370 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA built?

2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a triplex home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA?

2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA is assigned to West Seattle High School (high), rated A-; Madison Middle School (middle), rated A; Lafayette Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Seattle School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA compare to other homes in Seattle 98126?

Among the 7,864 homes in Seattle 98126, it is worth more than 61% of them ($804,348 against a typical $739,309), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($587 against a typical $513), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,370 ft² against a typical 1,470 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1961 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 47% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2842 Sw Genesee St, Seattle, WA was $8,080. The county assessed it at $742,000.

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