About 9620 Rainier Avenue S
Expansive mid-century home on Lake Washington is the spot for watching the sky or fishing from every window. The architect studied under Walter Gropius, and it is built for entertaining. All new roof, interior finishes, lined sewer connection and boat lift below house. Floor to (high) ceiling doors open to panoramic views over the lake. Secret room. EV car charger. Office loft. From the kitchen and into the dining area, you would think you were far out over the lake itself-which indeed you are. This exceptional 3,730 square feet custom home features 4 bedrooms, 2.75 bathrooms, and 50 feet of deeded lakefront. The capacious primary suite occupies an entire wing of the second floor and includes a bay window sitting area, a five-piece bath with jetted tub, and a walk-in closet. Distinctive architectural details include exposed beam construction, floating stairs, skylights that fill the home with natural light, vaulted ceilings, a sandstone hearth with built-in benches, and custom bookcases. Opportunities like this don’t come often—make this remarkable property yours today.
Open House
Features of 9620 Rainier Avenue S
| MLS® # | 2574000 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,999,950 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2.75 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 3,730 |
| Acres | 0.15 |
| Year Built | 1964 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Contemporary |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 9620 Rainier Avenue S |
|---|---|
| Area | 380 - Southeast Seattle |
| Subdivision | Rainier Beach |
| City | Seattle |
| County | King |
| State | WA |
| Zip Code | 98118 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 4 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Driveway, Attached Garage |
| View | Islands, Lake, Mountains |
| Is Waterfront | Yes |
| Waterfront | Low Bank, Lake, No Bank |
Interior
| Interior Features | Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Jetted Tub, Loft, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wired for Generator |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Forced Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Wood Burning |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Wood |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk |
| Foundation | See Remarks |
School Information
| District | Seattle |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Emerson |
| Middle | Aki Kurose |
| High | Rainier Beach High |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | August 26th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 71 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | John L. Scott Des Moines |
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