1617 Federal Avenue, Seattle, WA 98102

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Listing Firm: Coldwell Banker Bain (425-454-0470). Buyer Firm: Real Residential (206-342-0200). Listings with the three tree icon are courtesy of NWMLS.

1617 Federal Avenue

Seattle, WA 98102

LISTING #2406616

BEDS 5

BATHS 4 | 2

SQFT 8,100

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$4,400,000

STATUS Closed

YEAR BUILT 1910

PROPERTY TYPE Residential

ABOUT THIS PROPERTY

A noteworthy, gated NE Coastal Shingle style residence is perfectly positioned at the heart of Federal Ave E, one of Seattle's premiere streets. Conveniently located near schools; Bertschi School, Seattle Prep and Lowell Elementary are a short walk away while local landmarks the Seattle Asian Art Museum, St. Marks Cathedral and Volunteer Park are nearby. This landmark property is a rare offering. Sophisticated in tone with/distinct attention to detail; its handsome millwork, extensive hardwoods, grand gracious formal rooms imbued with light and air flow seamlessly. An epicurean kitchen adjoins a relaxed garden room open to stone patios. Private Primary Suite has a fireplace, room for seating and views to the west. Three additional bedrooms plus an office or bedroom, your choice, are in the main house with an additional bedroom in the apartment. A complete studs up renovation in the early two thousands features architecture by Stephen Sullivan Designs and a top to bottom rebuild by Schultz Miller. The owners added the Seattle approved ADU apartment with its own private entry and built a new garage including a potting area with a sink and a rooftop patio above. The flat, grassy, level quarter acre fully enclosed and gated grounds were designed by renowned landscape architect David Pfeiffer and enhanced with specimen plantings by the present owner. A spectacular yet warm and welcoming home for creating cherished memories.

PROPERTY DETAILS

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Location Information

County King

Community Seattle

Latitude 47.633533

Longitude -122.319426

Directions Federal Avenue E between Garfield and E Blaine Streets. GPS works.

Subdivision Name Capitol Hill

Interior Features

Interior Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Pantry, Security System, Skylight(s), Sprinkler System, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wine Cellar

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 4

3/4 Baths 0

1/2 Baths 2

Has Fireplace Yes

Number of Fireplaces 4

Fireplace Description Gas, Wood Burning

Heating Radiant, Radiator

Cooling Window Unit(s)

Floors Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate, Softwood, Carpet

Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer

Inclusions Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)

Entry Main

Exterior Features

Style 3 Story w/Bsmt

Is New Construction Yes

Exterior Wood

Foundation Poured Concrete

Roof Shake

Water Source Public

Septic or Sewer Sewer Connected

Covered Spaces 1

Water SPU

Electric SPU

Power Production Type Electric, Natural Gas

Security Features Fully Fenced, Security Gate, Security System

Parking Features Driveway, Attached Garage

Has Garage Yes

Vegetation Garden Space

Site Features Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Patio, Rooftop Deck, Sprinkler System

Lot Features Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk

Topography Level, Terraces

Lot Size in Acres 0.2594

Lot Size in Sq. Ft. 11,300

Buildings Built On Lot

Building Total Area 8100 Square Feet

Has Waterfront No

Has View Yes

View Description City, Lake, Mountains, Ocean, See Remarks, Sound, Territorial

School

High School District Seattle

High School Buyer To Verify

Elementary School Buyer To Verify

Jr. High School Buyer To Verify

Additional Information

Possession Closing

Property Type Residential

Property Subtype Single Family Residence

Structure Type House

Year Built 1910

Status Closed

Tax Year 2025

Tax Amount $54,628

Lot Acres Source County

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