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$1,564,807$384 / 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 $72,500 on Feb 5, 1991

8209 CALIFORNIA AVE SW

SEATTLE, WA 98136
4
Beds
3.8
Baths
4,070 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.
4,320 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.5M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$72,500 · Feb 5, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,435 (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.$1,394,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$455,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$939,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,329,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,394,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.1993
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 220 ft²Porch · 60 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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 · 0.7 mi
M
Madison Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi
H
West Seattle High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 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

8209 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.

  • Worth more than 87% of homes in Seattle 98136
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Fauntleroy
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Fauntleroy
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Fauntleroy
  • Older than 86% of homes in King County

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
$358K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 87% of 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$1,564,807
CheaperTypical $956,609Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$384
CheaperTypical $569Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area4,070 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,720 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size4,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 8209 California Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFauntleroySeattle 98136King County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,564,80780% of homes87% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3842% of homes2% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than4,070 ft²97% of homes97% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,320 ft²10% of homes21% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than194119% of homes35% of homes14% of homes

About 8209 California Ave Sw

How much is 8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA is $1,564,807 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,472,711 to $1,656,903. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA last sell?

8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA last sold on Feb 5, 1991 for $72,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA?

8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA has 4 bedrooms, 3.8 bathrooms, 4,070 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA built?

8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA?

8209 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 8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA compare to other homes in Seattle 98136?

Among the 6,517 homes in Seattle 98136, it is worth more than 87% of them ($1,564,807 against a typical $956,609), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($384 against a typical $569), it is bigger than 97% of them (4,070 ft² against a typical 1,720 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (4,320 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1941 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of King County, it is worth more than 84% 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 8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8209 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA was $14,435. The county assessed it at $1,394,000.

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