About 8609 41st Avenue Sw
This west-facing haven is pure West Seattle magic — a sparkling jewel box w/ sweeping Sound, mountain, ferry & Vashon views. Light pours through from morning to golden hour as ferries glide by & sunsets soften to blush & deep blue. Two beautifully defined living spaces: an intimate fireside den & a formal living + dining room wrapped in showstopping views, opening wide to the spectacular view deck — the star attraction! There is a happy, creative energy here, palpable from the moment you arrive. Warm, soulful & beloved for years, the residence has an ease & magnetic aura all its own. A primary suite, petite second bedroom or office, two full baths & a built-in west-facing Murphy bed create a wonderfully flexible layout. The landscape is just as special: a serene zen garden w/ twinkling lights, anchored by a majestic Japanese maple & architectural pines, plus tiered west-facing grounds that glow in afternoon & evening sun — a beautiful blank canvas for a coveted vegetable garden & lush plantings. The deck becomes an outdoor living room — made for long al fresco dinners, fire pit evenings & watching boat life drift across the Sound. An attached garage adds everyday ease. Custom-built in 1941 for Danish-born American artist Gudrun Brask, the residence carries a meaningful legacy of creativity, warmth & soul. Tucked along a coveted dead-end street, this is a dream primary residence or Airbnb retreat — a deeply loved, light-filled sanctuary ready to be treasured for generations.
Open House
Features of 8609 41st Avenue Sw
| MLS® # | 2579375 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,225,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,400 |
| Acres | 0.17 |
| Year Built | 1941 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 8609 41st Avenue Sw |
|---|---|
| Area | 140 - West Seattle |
| Subdivision | Gatewood |
| City | Seattle |
| County | King |
| State | WA |
| Zip Code | 98136 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Driveway, Attached Garage |
| View | Islands, Mountains, See Remarks, Sound, Territorial |
| Is Waterfront | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Pantry, Security System, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer |
| Heating | Ductless |
| Cooling | Ductless |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplaces | Wood Burning |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Wood |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Cul-De-Sac, Curbs, Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded, Sidewalk |
| Foundation | Poured Concrete |
School Information
| District | Seattle |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Buyer To Verify |
| Middle | Buyer To Verify |
| High | Buyer To Verify |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | September 8th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 2 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | COMPASS |
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