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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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1617 Federal Ave E
General
- Sold For: $4,400,000
- Taxes: $54,628 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2406616
- Added to Site: 316 day(s) ago
Interior
- 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
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace(s): Gas, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate, Softwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 6
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 4
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
Additional Information
- Amenities: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Patio, Rooftop Deck, Sprinkler System
- Security/Safety: Fully Fenced, Security Gate, Security System
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage
Location
- Area: 390 - Central Seattle
- County: King
- Subdivision: Capitol Hill
- Building Name: Hollywood Addition
- Driving Directions: Federal Avenue E between Garfield and E Blaine Streets. GPS works.
- Direction Faces: West
School Information
- High School District: Seattle
- Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
- Middle School: Buyer To Verify
- High School: Buyer To Verify
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Radiant, Radiator
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: House
- Builder: Schultz Miller
- Exterior Const.: Wood
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Finished
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Shake
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 8,100
- Finished Total: 8,100 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1910
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Lot Features
- Property View: City, Lake, Mountains, Ocean, See Remarks, Sound, Territorial
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2594
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,300
- Lot Size Source: County
- Topography: Level, Terraces
- Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
- Trees/Vegetation: Garden Space
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $54,628
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 3398800085
- Block: 2
- Lot Number: 3-4
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Schools
Schools serving 1617 Federal Ave E
School District:Seattle School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lowell Elementary School, Seattle, WA 1058 East Mercer Street, Seattle, WA 98102 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Edmonds S. Meany Middle School 301 21st Avenue East, Seattle, WA 98112 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Garfield High School 400 23rd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122 | 9-12 | 2.1 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 1617 Federal Ave E
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/20/2026
Sold
$4,400,000
-11.91%
MLS
1/30/2026
Price Reduced
$4,995,000
-5.67%
MLS
10/08/2025
Price Reduced
$5,295,000
-9.49%
MLS
7/12/2025
Listed
$5,850,000
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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.
1617 Federal Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98102 (MLS# 2406616) is a Single Family property that was sold at $4,400,000 on May 20, 2026. This property was listed by Terry Allen from our Bellevue Office.Want to learn more about 1617 Federal Avenue E? 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.



