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$305,107$491 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $146,000 on May 7, 2010

6970 CALIFORNIA AVE SW

SEATTLE, WA 98136
Building report
1
Beds
1
Baths
622 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.
0.76 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$305K
$294K low$316K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$146,000 · May 7, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,183 (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.$310,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$246,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$307,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$310,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyKING
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.76
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Water View
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Elevator

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

E
Gatewood Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Madison Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
H
West Seattle High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Seattle School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98136These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.315

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.45%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,831
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,344 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$137,457
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,103
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

6970 California Ave Sw 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Seattle 98136
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Seattle 98136
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Seattle 98136
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Gatewood
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Gatewood

What homes are worth in Seattle 98136

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

This home
$330K$2.4M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Seattle 98136.

How it measures up in Seattle 98136

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seattle 98136.

Estimated value$305,107
CheaperTypical $913,775Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$491
CheaperTypical $550Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area622 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,730 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.76 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 6970 California Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGatewoodSeattle 98136King County
Estimated valuepricier than$305,1072% of homesalmost no homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49138% of homes30% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than622 ft²3% of homes2% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.76 ac97% of homes97% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than198982% of homes76% of homes64% of homes

About 6970 California Ave Sw

How much is 6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA is $305,107 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $293,768 to $316,446. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA last sell?

6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA last sold on May 7, 2010 for $146,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA?

6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 622 square feet of living space and a 0.76-acre lot.

When was 6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA built?

6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 4 stories.

What schools serve 6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA?

6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA is assigned to Gatewood Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Madison Middle School (middle), rated A; West Seattle High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Seattle School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA compare to other homes in Seattle 98136?

Among the 6,514 homes in Seattle 98136, it is worth more than almost none of them ($305,107 against a typical $913,775), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($491 against a typical $550), it is bigger than 2% of them (622 ft² against a typical 1,730 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (0.76 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1989 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 3% 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 6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 6970 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA was $3,183. The county assessed it at $310,000.

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