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Northwest MLS as distributed by MLS GRID / Listed By: Terry Allen, Coldwell Banker Bain and Real Residential / Patricia Wallace

1617 Federal Avenue E Seattle, WA 98102

Sold on 05/20/2026

$4,400,000 ^(USD)

BED

BATH

8,100

SQFT

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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.

Sold Date:
05/20/2026

Taxes
$54,628(2025)

Lot Size
0.26 acres

Type
Single-Family Home

Building Name
Hollywood Addition

Year Built
1910

Style
3 Story W/Bsmt

Views
City, Lake, Sound, Territorial, Ocean, See Remarks, Mountains

School District
Seattle

County
King County

Community
Capitol Hill

Listed By

Terry Allen, Coldwell Banker Bain
Patricia Wallace, Coldwell Banker Bain

Bought with
Will Cahill, Real Residential

Source
Northwest MLS
Last checked May 24 2026 at 5:32 PM GMT+0000

Bathroom Details

Full Bathrooms: 4
Half Bathrooms: 2

Interior Features

High Tech Cabling
Pantry
Dishwasher
Microwave
Disposal
Fireplace
French Doors
Refrigerator
Dryer
Washer
Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Bath Off Primary
Fireplace (Primary Bedroom)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Security System
Wet Bar
Double Oven
Sprinkler System
Second Kitchen
Wine Cellar
Skylight(s)
Dining Room
Stove(s)/Range(s)

Subdivision

Capitol Hill

Lot Information

Curbs
Sidewalk
Paved

Property Features

Deck
Fenced-Fully
Gas Available
Gated Entry
Patio
Rooftop Deck
Cable Tv
High Speed Internet
Sprinkler System
Fireplace: Gas
Fireplace: Wood Burning
Fireplace: 4
Foundation: Poured Concrete

Heating and Cooling

Radiant
Radiator

Basement Information

Daylight
Finished

Flooring

Hardwood
Slate
Carpet
Softwood
Ceramic Tile

Exterior Features

Wood
Roof: Shake

Utility Information

Sewer: Sewer Connected
Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas

School Information

Elementary School: Buyer to Verify
Middle School: Buyer to Verify
High School: Buyer to Verify

Parking

Driveway
Attached Garage

Living Area

8,100 sqft

Listing Price History

Date

Event

Price

% Change

$ (+/-)

Jan 30, 2026

Price Changed

$4,995,000

-6%

-$300,000

Oct 08, 2025

Price Changed

$5,295,000

-9%

-$555,000

Jul 12, 2025

Listed

$5,850,000

Disclaimer: Square footage is based on information available to agent, including County records. Information has not been verified by agent and should be verified by buyer.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 5/24/2026 17:32. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.