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Property Description
This charming bungalow inside the geo-zone boundary for McDonald International Elementary, has a permitted ADU and sits between Green Lake and Wallingford. It is perfect for house-hacking or building your rental portfolio. There is potential for a DADU which adds more opportunity for the next owner. The upstairs home offers 2 bedrooms with hardwood floors, an updated bath, gas fireplace and a 400+ sq ft attic for storage. The lower daylight unit is a self-contained ADU with 2 bedrooms, kitchen, living room, full bath & its own in-unit laundry. There have been major system updates: 200-amp electrical, new plumbing, triple-pane windows, industrial-grade insulation & 98% efficiency furnace. There are 3 off-street parking spots and in the back is a 10x12 wired shop. There is a strong rental history in this high-demand location near UW, local shops, and Green Lake. Plus easy access to U District light rail (8 min to downtown) and I-5. Furniture available for turnkey setup.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5217 5th Ave NE
General
- Sold For: $999,950
- Taxes: $8,967 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NWMLS
- MLS ID: 2470762
- Added to Site: 69 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Second Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Security System, Triple Pane Windows, Water Heater, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas
- Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Lower: 2
- Bedrooms Main: 2
Additional Information
- Amenities: Deck, Gas Available, Outbuildings, Shop
- Security/Safety: Security System
Parking
- Uncovered Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street
Location
- Area: 705 - Ballard/Greenlake
- County: King
- Subdivision: Green Lake
- Driving Directions: GPS is accurate
- Direction Faces: East
School Information
- High School District: Seattle
- Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
- Middle School: Hamilton Mid
- High School: Lincoln High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Exterior Const.: Wood, Wood Products
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Main
- Square Feet: 1,920
- Finished Total: 1,920 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1921
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1171
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,100
- Lot Size Source: Realist
- Topography: Level, Terraces
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
- Trees/Vegetation: Garden Space
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $8,967
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Property ID: 9550204070
Listed by Adam J Hestad | Compass | (206) 330-0314 and Lisa Kissinger | Compass | (206) 330-0314
Sold by Ron Gates | Every Door Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 5217 5th Ave NE
School District:Seattle School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
McDonald International School 144 Northeast 54th Street, Seattle, WA 98105 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Green Lake Elementary School 2400 North 65th Street, Seattle, WA 98103 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Hamilton International Middle School 1610 North 41st Street, Seattle, WA 98103 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Lincoln High School, Seattle, WA 4400 Interlake Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98103 | 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 5217 5th Ave NE
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/25/2026
Sold
$999,950
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MLS
1/22/2026
Listed
$999,950
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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.
5217 5th Avenue NE, Seattle, WA 98105 (MLS# 2470762) is a Single Family property that was sold at $999,950 on February 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 5217 5th Avenue NE? 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.

