1617 Federal Avenue E Seattle, WA 98102
Sold
Listing Courtesy of: MLS LogoNorthwest MLS as distributed by MLS GRID / Listed By: Terry Allen, Coldwell Banker Bain; Patricia Wallace, Bellevue / Bought By: Will Cahill, Real Residential

  1617 Federal Avenue E Seattle, WA 98102

Sold on 05/20/2026
$4,400,000 (USD)
5
BED
6
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 Jun 21 2026 at 5:28 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
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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 6/21/2026 17:28. 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.

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