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Property Description
Splendid Phinney Ridge craftsman filled with character! Ideally located on 78th Street just steps from local cafés, parks, and schools. This inviting home offers approximately 1,650 square feet with 3 bedrooms plus an office and 1.75 baths, blending classic charm with thoughtful updates. This fantastic floor plan brilliantly uses every square foot and features a beautifully remodeled main floor bathroom, an updated kitchen, and a cozy fireplace with a large mantle and wonderful built-ins that create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Natural light pours through south-facing windows, providing a "light and bright" feeling throughout the main floor. The lower level offers 2 bedrooms, an office, and a three-quarter bathroom/utility room. Outside, enjoy sunny summer evenings on the private back patio, complemented by a detached garage (wired for EV charging) and yard space perfect for relaxing or entertaining (exterior equipped with Rainwise). All of this in a fantastic location that's ideal for long walks and just moments from some of the neighborhood's awesome amenities - you'll instantly feel right at home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 140 NW 78th St
General
- Sold For: $1,291,000
- Taxes: $9,647 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2512438
- Added to Site: 53 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Security System, Water Heater
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 3/4 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Lower: 2
- Bedrooms Main: 1
Additional Information
- Amenities: Cable TV, Electric Car Charging, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Patio
- Security/Safety: Partially Fenced, Security System
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Detached Garage, Off Street
Location
- Area: 705 - Ballard/Greenlake
- County: King
- Subdivision: Phinney Ridge
- Driving Directions: From Greenwood Ave N, turn west onto N 79th St. Home will be on the north (right) side of the street before intersection with 3rd Ave NW.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- High School District: Seattle
- Elementary School: Greenwood
- Middle School: Robert Eagle Staff Middle School
- High School: Ballard High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Wood
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 1,650
- Finished Total: 1,650 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1064
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,635
- Lot Size Source: Public Record
- Topography: Level
- Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
- Trees/Vegetation: Garden Space
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $9,647
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 1646501575
Listed by Dan Gunderson | Windermere Real Estate M2 LLC | (425) 338-0600
Sold by Karen Dion | Windermere Real Estate/East
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Schools
Schools serving 140 NW 78th St
School District:Seattle School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Greenwood Elementary School, Seattle, WA 144 Northwest 80th Street, Seattle, WA 98117 | PK-5 | 0.1 mi |
Licton Springs K-8 3015 Northwest 68th Street, Seattle, WA 98117 | PK-8 | 1.8 mi |
Robert Eagle Staff Middle School 1330 North 90th Street, Seattle, WA 98103 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Ballard High School 1418 Northwest 65th Street, Seattle, WA 98117 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 140 NW 78th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/21/2026
Sold
$1,291,000
12.27%
MLS
4/23/2026
Listed
$1,149,950
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
140 NW 78th Street, Seattle, WA 98117 (MLS# 2512438) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,291,000 on May 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 140 NW 78th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Seattle? You can browse all Seattle real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

