1617 Federal Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98102

$4,400,000
5
BD
6
BA
8,100
SqFt

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Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Bain. Selling Office: Real Residential.

Sold Price
$4,400,000
List Price
$4,995,000
Status
SOLD
MLS#
2406616
Closing Date
May 20, 2026
Days on Market
275
Bedrooms
5
Finished SqFt
8,100
Area Total SqFt
8100
Annual Tax Ammount
54628
Lot Size (sq ft)
11,300
Fireplace
Yes
Sewer
Sewer Connected

Property Description

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.

Additional Information

Community
Capitol Hill
Style
26 - 3 Story w/Bsmt
Basement
Daylight, Finished
Year Built
1910
Total Covered Parking
1
View
City, Lake, Mountains, Ocean, See Remarks, Sound, Territorial
Roof
Shake
Site Features
Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Patio, Rooftop Deck, Sprinkler System
Tax Year
2025
School District
Seattle
Elementary School
Buyer To Verify
Middle School
Buyer To Verify
High School
Buyer To Verify
Potential Terms
Cash, Conventional
Interior Features
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
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate, Softwood, Carpet
Driving Directions
Federal Avenue E between Garfield and E Blaine Streets. GPS works.
Appliance
Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Appliances Included
Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Water Heater Location
Mechanical Room
Energy Source
Electric, Natural Gas
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