Lakeside West

About Lakeside West

Lakeside West is a 6-story mid-century condominium in Seattle’s Madison Park neighborhood. Built in 1961, the building houses 84 residences at 2040 43rd Ave E, positioned just above the shores of Lake Washington. The location sits just steps from Madison Park village cafes, boutiques, parks, and local dining, with immediate access to the waterfront and quick connectivity to downtown Seattle.

The building offers private dock access, secure parking, dedicated storage, on-site management, and elevator access. Individual residences often feature open layouts with expansive living and dining areas flowing to large covered decks, south-facing orientation with Lake Washington and Cascade Mountain views including Mount Rainier, and HOA dues that often include utilities such as heat and basic cable.

Building Details

At Lakeside West Condos, waterfront living is front and center, offering a direct connection to Lake Washington in one of Seattle’s most established and desirable enclaves. This 6-story, 84-unit building, completed in 1961, sits just above the shoreline in Madison Park, where daily life naturally orients toward the water. Residents enjoy immediate access to neighborhood cafés, boutiques, and parks, along with a peaceful residential setting that feels removed from the city’s pace while remaining just minutes from downtown Seattle.

Inside, residences at Lakeside West are defined by their light, views, and indoor-outdoor connection. Many homes feature open layouts with expansive living and dining areas that flow seamlessly to large covered decks, ideal for enjoying year-round lakefront living. South-facing units in particular capture sweeping views of Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountains, often including Mount Rainier as a dramatic focal point. The building is well-maintained and offers a range of practical amenities, including secure parking, dedicated storage, on-site management, and private dock access for enjoying the water. With HOA dues that often include utilities such as heat and basic cable, Lakeside West presents a compelling blend of lifestyle, value, and true waterfront access in the heart of Madison Park.

Jeff Reynolds tracks Lakeside West and the full Madison Park condo market as part of the Seattle Condo Authority Network. Contact Jeff for a buyer consultation, a current market analysis, or access to off-market opportunities in the building.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lakeside West located? +

Lakeside West is located at 2040 43rd Ave E in Seattle’s Madison Park neighborhood, WA 98112. The building sits just above the shores of Lake Washington, steps from the Madison Park village cafes, boutiques, parks, and local dining. Downtown Seattle and the Eastside via SR-520 are both quickly accessible.

How many units are in Lakeside West? +

Lakeside West has 84 residences across 6 stories in a single building. It was completed in 1961 as one of the larger mid-century waterfront condominium communities in Madison Park.

Does Lakeside West have direct Lake Washington access? +

Yes. Lakeside West sits just above the Lake Washington shoreline and offers private dock access for residents, supporting kayaking, paddleboarding, and enjoying the water directly from the building. Direct waterfront access cannot be manufactured or replicated and is an extraordinarily rare condition for any Seattle condominium.

Do Lakeside West residences have views? +

Yes. Many residences at Lakeside West, particularly south-facing units, capture sweeping views of Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountains with Mount Rainier as a dramatic focal point. South-facing orientation delivers the best year-round light exposure in the Pacific Northwest. Always verify the specific view and orientation for any unit you are considering.

What amenities does Lakeside West offer? +

Lakeside West features private dock access, secure parking, dedicated storage, on-site management, and elevator access. Individual residences offer open layouts with large covered decks, expansive living and dining areas oriented toward the water, and south-facing views of Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountains. HOA dues often include utilities such as heat and basic cable.

What is included in Lakeside West HOA dues? +

HOA dues at Lakeside West often include utilities such as heat and basic cable, which meaningfully improves monthly carrying costs and simplifies bill management. Utility-inclusive HOA dues are genuinely rare in Seattle condominiums and particularly valuable at a waterfront address where heating costs can be higher. Always verify the specific utilities included directly with the HOA before making an offer.

What are HOA fees at Lakeside West? +

HOA fees at Lakeside West range from approximately $650 to $1,300 per month depending on unit size, often including heat and basic cable. Contact Jeff Reynolds for verified current figures and reserve fund status. Always request the most recent HOA financials, reserve study, bulkhead and dock maintenance history, and capital improvement history as part of your due diligence, with particular attention to the building’s 1961 vintage and the accelerated wear that waterfront exposure places on exterior and shoreline infrastructure.

What makes Lakeside West different from other Seattle condos? +

Lakeside West combines features that are rarely found together in any Seattle condominium: direct Lake Washington waterfront access, private dock access, south-facing orientation with sweeping lake and Cascade Mountain views, large covered decks that support year-round indoor-outdoor living, HOA dues that often include heat and basic cable, and a Madison Park village location that blends waterfront proximity with walkable village charm. The combination of true waterfront access, utility-inclusive HOA dues, and south-facing views makes it one of the more compelling value options among Madison Park waterfront condominiums.