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Property Description
Perched in North Admiral with sweeping views across Elliott Bay to Downtown, this 1917 gem blends timeless romance with modern infrastructure updates. Spanning 4,100 sq. ft., the home offers 6 generous bedrooms, 2¼ baths, and a full basement. An open floor plan showcases original wood floors and rare Mayan Revival fireplace, creating a warm, vintage charm. Coved ceilings in the living and dining areas add extra elegance with both spaces boasting massive windows to the expanse outside. Updates to wiring, plumbing, and boiler ensure peace of mind. Loved by one family for nearly 90 years, this storied residence invites you to write its next chapter. Enjoy its old charm, or update as you see fit. This Palm Avenue view side home is a rare find.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1638 Palm Ave SW
General
- Sold For: $1,950,000
- Taxes: $2,376 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2439777
- Added to Site: 107 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 3/4 Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
- Bedrooms Main: 2
Additional Information
- Amenities: High Speed Internet
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off Street
Location
- Area: 140 - West Seattle
- County: King
- Subdivision: North Admiral
- Building Name: 1st Plat of West Seattle
- Driving Directions: From California and Admiral, head N on Calif. Turn right onto Palm Ave SW and bear right at next intersection. Home is on the right just past intersection.
- Direction Faces: Northwest
School Information
- High School District: Seattle
- Elementary School: Lafayette
- Middle School: Madison Mid
- High School: West Seattle High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Radiator
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Metal/Vinyl, Wood
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition, Torch Down
- Square Feet: 4,100
- Finished Total: 2,950 Sq. Ft.
- Unfinished Total: 1,150 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1917
Lot Features
- Property View: Bay, City, Mountain(s)
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1377
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,000
- Lot Size Source: Realist
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 117
- Topography: Level, Sloped
- Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,376
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash Out, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 9272202045
- Block: 15
- Lot Number: 15 and 16
Listed by Todd Crooks | Keller Williams Seattle Metro | (206) 935-3442
Sold by Chris Randall | Lake & Company
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Schools
Schools serving 1638 Palm Ave SW
School District:Seattle School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lafayette Elementary School, Seattle, WA 2645 California Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98116 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Madison Middle School, Seattle, WA 3429 45th Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98116 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
West Seattle High School 3000 California Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA 98116 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1638 Palm Ave SW
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/25/2025
Sold
$1,950,000
-1.27%
MLS
10/02/2025
Listed
$1,975,000
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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.
1638 Palm Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98116 (MLS# 2439777) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,950,000 on November 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 1638 Palm Avenue SW? 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.

