5919 42nd Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136
What This House Offers
Property Id: 2757080
Property Overview & Key Highlights:
- 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms
- Attached ground-floor studio with its own private entrance,... kitchenette, and full bathroom.
- Open-concept main level
- Primary Room features a bathroom with heated tile floors, a custom double shower, and a walk-in closet.
- Upper-level loft space ideal for a lounge, media room, or second workspace.
- Attached 2-Car Garage with EV charger
West Seattle Location:
- Quiet street in Fairmount Park/Gatewood
- Access to Maarten Park & community garden right outside
- Minutes from Lincoln Park, Lowman Beach, and Alki Beach waterfront.
- Walkable access to California Ave SW coffee shops, local dining spots, bakeries, and markets near Morgan Junction and Alaska Junction.
- Close to the West Seattle Bridge (I-5 / Hwy 99) and 1 block from the RapidRide C Line for easy public transit commute into Downtown Seattle.
Rental Criteria & Lease Terms
This property is managed directly by local owners committed to providing a seamless rental experience.
Lease Term: 12-Month Lease minimum.
Occupancy Limit: Maximum 6 occupants.
Utilities: Tenant responsible for electricity, gas, water/sewer/garbage, and internet.
Pets: Case-by-case evaluation with pet screening and deposit.
Smoking: Strictly no smoking on property.
Written Screening Criteria (Seattle First-in-Time Compliant):
Income Requirement: Combined gross household income of at least 3x monthly rent ($16,500/month). Must provide 2 recent pay stubs or 2 years of tax returns/W2s.
Credit Score: Minimum credit score of 720 with no accounts in active collections or recent bankruptcies.
Rental History: Minimum 2 years of verifiable positive rental history or mortgage payment history.
Background Check: All applicants aged 18+ must complete a comprehensive background, eviction, and credit check through TurboTenant ($45-$55 fee per applicant paid directly to platform).
Move-In Costs: First month’s rent ($5,500) + Security Deposit ($5,500) due upon lease execution.
Unit
- $5,500 / month
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 1918 sq. ft.
- Available Oct 1
Home Features
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Freezer
- Hardwood Floors
- Lawn
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Car Charging Station
- Garages
5919 42nd Ave SW is a single-family home for rent in Seattle, WA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$5,500
- Garage
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Seattle, WA 98136

Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Some public transit40 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active73 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Gatewood Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Fairmount Park Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Madison Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Gatewood Private School
Grades PK-8
Private
West Seattle High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Seattle Lutheran High School
Grades 9-12
Private
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
South Seattle Comm. Coll.
Drive: 12 min (3.4 mi)
Golden Gate Univ., Seattle
Drive: 15 min (7.3 mi)
Seattle University
Drive: 16 min (7.3 mi)
Seattle Central Comm. Coll.
Drive: 16 min (8.1 mi)
Discover Fairmount Park, Seattle, WA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5919 42nd Ave SW proximity to Fauntleroy Square, 6501-6515 California Ave SW, and 6957 California Ave SW. Fauntleroy Square is 0.5 miles away, and 6501-6515 California Ave SW is within a 7 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 40, 5919 42nd Ave SW has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 17.5 miles. Transit options include Fauntleroy and Water Taxi Route & Harbor Ave Sw.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5919 42nd Ave SW are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Camp Long, Lincoln Park - West Seattle, and Emma Schmitz Park.
Airports
Living in Fairmount Park provides easy access to Seattle-Tacoma International, located just 27 minutes from 5919 42nd Ave SW. Another nearby airport is Seattle Paine Field International, located 30.4 miles away.
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