
Lakewood real estate.
South Seattle pocket near Seward Park.
- Median sale price
- $770K
- Days on market
- 14
- Active listings
- 181
MLS GRID / NWMLS market data · zip 98118 · Aug 2026

About Lakewood
Lakewood is a small South Seattle neighborhood between Columbia City and Seward Park, with quiet residential streets and easy access to the Lake Washington shoreline. The northern end blends into Columbia City's commercial core.
Housing is largely mid-century single-family and some Craftsman on standard lots, with view homes on the higher streets toward Seward Park. Buyers come for the combination of South Seattle pricing and quick walks to the lake.
Median Sale Price
$770K
14 days on market · 5.2 mo supply
181 active listings · updated Aug 2026
Schools
Seattle Public Schools; Hawthorne or Graham Hill Elementary, Mercer Middle School, Franklin or Rainier Beach High School
Commute
Columbia City Link station ~5 min drive. 15 min to downtown via I-5 or Light Rail.
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Live NWMLS listings in Lakewood (zip 98118), refreshed hourly.
ActiveNew today$949,000
MLS# 25701914114 37th Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98118
3 bd2 ba1,270 sqftListing courtesy of Western Homes Realty
Active1 day on market$539,000
MLS# 25660574406 S Othello Street
Seattle, WA 98118
2 bd1.75 ba1,330 sqftListing courtesy of Skyline Properties, Inc.
ActiveNew today$635,000
MLS# 25678254250 S Juneau Street #a
Seattle, WA 98118
3 bd2.25 ba1,348 sqftListing courtesy of Pellego, Inc.
ActiveNew today$579,000
MLS# 25692486618 43rd Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98118
2 bd2 baListing courtesy of CENTURY 21 North Homes Realty
Active2 days on market$524,000
MLS# 25680484404 S Othello Street #c
Seattle, WA 98118
2 bd2 ba1,070 sqftListing courtesy of Skyline Properties, Inc.
ActiveNew today$525,000
MLS# 25676145517 33rd Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98118
2 bd1 ba650 sqftListing courtesy of Better Properties NW
Listing data courtesy of NWMLS. Provided for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use.
Common questions about Lakewood real estate
- What is the median sale price in Lakewood?
- The current median sale price in the Lakewood zip code is $770K, based on the most recent NWMLS market data refreshed Aug 2026. Typical asking prices in Lakewood run Single-family $750K–$1.2M, view and updated homes $1.2M–$1.6M.
- How competitive is the Lakewood real estate market right now?
- Median days-on-market in Lakewood is currently 14 days, with 181 active listings tracked in this zip code as of Aug 2026. The market here moves quickly. Most well-priced homes are receiving strong activity within the first two weeks.
- Which schools serve Lakewood?
- Seattle Public Schools; Hawthorne or Graham Hill Elementary, Mercer Middle School, Franklin or Rainier Beach High School. School attendance areas are reviewed annually by the district — verify your exact address at seattleschools.org/admissions before relying on assignments for a purchase decision.
- What is the commute like from Lakewood?
- Columbia City Link station ~5 min drive. 15 min to downtown via I-5 or Light Rail.
- How do I buy or sell a home in Lakewood?
- RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Lakewood and the broader Seattle market. For buyers, we provide curated active listings, off-market opportunities, and a tailored offer strategy. For sellers, we prepare an agent-reviewed valuation and a custom listing plan. Reach the team via the contact links on this page.
Nearby Seattle neighborhoods
Considering Lakewood? Buyers commonly compare it against these adjacent Seattle neighborhoods.
Seward Park
South Seattle peninsula community wrapping the namesake park.
Columbia City
South Seattle Light Rail neighborhood with a thriving small-business district.
Mount Baker
Hilltop residential neighborhood with classic Craftsman homes and Lake Washington views.
Brighton
Quiet South Seattle residential community.