Rockhood
$545,000List price
2 bed · 1 bath · 620 sq ft
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12450 1st Avenue SW · Burien, WA 98146

Source: NWMLS · Windermere RE/City Group · Sean Boe #NWM2585325

About this home

Move in, unpack & enjoy—this beautifully updated west-facing bungalow offers the character you'll love with the major improvements already completed. More than $65K in upgrades since 2022 include: All-new electrical throughout the home & shop/garage, updated interior plumbing, high-end Daikin Ductless Mini-Splits for efficient heating & A/C, a fully remodeled kitchen & bathroom, and new decking. The modern kitchen features stainless steel appliances, while original fir floors preserve the warmth and character of the home. A smart, efficient floor plan lives larger than expected with a spacious primary bedroom. The heated & insulated 290 SF shop/garage adds exceptional versatility with laundry and extensive electrical—perfect for hobbies, projects, a workshop, storage or covered parking. Enjoy a fully fenced backyard, 4,800+ SF lot, ample off-street parking & connected natural gas. Explore future expansion or additional dwelling potential (buyer to verify). Ideal for primary home or investor, with excellent potential as a short-term rental. Located next to Puget Sound Park and ideally positioned for commuting to Downtown Seattle, Sea-Tac Airport, Burien & light rail, with grocery, transit, shopping & everyday conveniences just blocks away and Seahurst Beach nearby. Updated, comfortable & truly move-in ready!

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
1 Story
Stories
1 story
Condition
Good
Year built
1949 (renovated 2022)
Lot size
4,814 sq ft (0.11 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2585325

Interior

Heating
Ductless, Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Laminate, Softwood
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Interior features
Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Security System, Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood, Wood Products
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Paved
Topography
Level
View
Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
6
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
1
Parking features
Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric, Natural Gas

Community & fees

Subdivision
North Burien
Property tax
$4,238 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Sep 21, 2026
Days on market
1
Price per sq ft
$879
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2021-11-04
Sold$430,000
2011-11-10
Sold$95,000
2007-04-18
Sold$255,000
2003-09-29
Sold$154,500

Schools

School district: Highline

Elementary
Buyer To Verify
Middle
Buyer To Verify
High
Highline High School
SchoolDigger 1 star · Top 85% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Windermere RE/City Group

Listing agent: Sean Boe.

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Data last updated 2026-09-23.