
West Seattle real estate.
Beaches, big trees, and the Junction — Seattle's family-friendly community across the bridge.
- Median sale price
- $980K
- Days on market
- 52
- Active listings
- 111
MLS GRID / NWMLS market data · zip 98116 · Sep 2026

About West Seattle
West Seattle is a peninsula community connected to the rest of the city by the West Seattle Bridge — a geography that gives it a slightly separate, neighborly feel. The Alaska Junction is the commercial heart, with independent shops, the Farmers Market, and walkable streets feeding into single-family neighborhoods on the hills above.
The housing mix runs from view homes on the north and west bluffs to mid-century ranches and remodeled Craftsman bungalows on flat interior lots. Families consistently rate West Seattle highly for its parks, beaches at Alki and Lincoln Park, and tight community feel.
Median Sale Price
$980K
52 days on market · 2.8 mo supply
111 active listings · updated Sep 2026
Schools
Seattle Public Schools; multiple elementaries, Madison Middle School, West Seattle High School
Commute
10–20 min drive to downtown depending on bridge traffic. RapidRide C Line. Water taxi from Seacrest Park to downtown in 10 min.
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West Seattle homes for sale fall into three buckets. Single-family houses make up most of the inventory: remodeled Craftsman bungalows and mid-century ranches on flat interior lots around the Alaska Junction, Genesee, and Fauntleroy, typically $850K to $1.6M. View homes on the north and west bluffs above Alki and Lincoln Park run $2M to $5M and up. Condos, mostly along Alki Avenue and near the Junction, start around $400K.
Buyers weigh two things here that do not show up in the listing photos: bridge timing on the West Seattle Bridge and the RapidRide C Line for the commute, and how much sun and view a specific block gets. Listings that price correctly move in about a week; view homes and anything on a large lot take longer and leave room to negotiate. The listings below are pulled from the NWMLS and refreshed hourly.
Active homes for sale in West Seattle
Live NWMLS listings in West Seattle (zip 98116), refreshed hourly.
- Active2 days active · 460 cumulative
$6,395,000
MLS# 25874771017 California Lane Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
4 bd3.25 ba4,586 sqftListing courtesy of Skyline Properties, Inc.
- Active2 days active · 240 cumulative
$735,000
MLS# 25876422200 Alki Avenue Sw #203
Seattle, WA 98116
2 bd1.75 baListing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/East
- Active2 days active · 432 cumulative
$6,975,000
MLS# 25874751019 California Lane Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
4 bd4 ba5,050 sqftListing courtesy of Skyline Properties, Inc.
- Active3 days active · 3 cumulative
$759,950
MLS# 25873454122 A 42nd Avenue Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
3 bd2.25 ba1,480 sqftListing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HS SSP
- Active2 days active · 2 cumulative
$1,475,000
MLS# 25869494030 Beach Drive Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
3 bd2.75 ba2,070 sqftListing courtesy of Windermere West Metro
- Active3 days active · 3 cumulative
$1,249,950
MLS# 25869522355 45th Avenue Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
4 bd1.75 ba2,580 sqftListing courtesy of RSVP Brokers ERA
Listing data courtesy of NWMLS. Provided for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use.
Common questions about West Seattle real estate
- What is the median sale price in West Seattle?
- The current median sale price in the West Seattle zip code is $980K, based on the most recent NWMLS market data refreshed Sep 2026. Typical asking prices in West Seattle run Condos $400K–$800K, single-family $850K–$1.6M, view and waterfront homes $2M–$5M+.
- How competitive is the West Seattle real estate market right now?
- Median days-on-market in West Seattle is currently 52 days, with 111 active listings tracked in this zip code as of Sep 2026. Buyers generally have time to evaluate properties without same-day pressure, though best-in-class homes still attract competition.
- Which schools serve West Seattle?
- Seattle Public Schools; multiple elementaries, Madison Middle School, West Seattle 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 West Seattle?
- 10–20 min drive to downtown depending on bridge traffic. RapidRide C Line. Water taxi from Seacrest Park to downtown in 10 min.
- How do I buy or sell a home in West Seattle?
- RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across West Seattle 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 West Seattle? Buyers commonly compare it against these adjacent Seattle neighborhoods.
Admiral
West Seattle hilltop neighborhood with views and walkable retail.
Alki
Seattle's beachfront — sandy shoreline, walkable promenade, panoramic downtown views.
Fairmount Park
Established West Seattle residential area.
Genesee Hill
West Seattle hilltop neighborhood with sweeping views.
Delridge
Diverse West Seattle valley running south from the bridge.
High Point
Hilltop West Seattle community with planned housing developments.





