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1617 Federal Avenue E

1617 Federal Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98102
$4,995,000

Property Summary

Open House

3/15/2026 1:00PM - 4:00PM PDT

  • 5 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 8,100 Sq.Ft. Living area
  • 0.26 Acres Lot

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 with a rooftop patio. 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 home for making cherished memories.

Features & Amenities

Interior

Total Bedrooms 5
Total Bathrooms 6
Full Bathrooms 4
Half Bathrooms 2
Flooring Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate, Softwood, Carpet
Fireplace Gas, Wood Burning
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Other 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

Area & Lot

Status For Sale
Open house
3/15/2026 1:00PM - 4:00PM PDT
Living area 8,100 Sq.Ft.
Total area 8,100 Sq.Ft.
Lot Size 0.26 Acres
MLS® ID 2406616
Type: Residential
Year Built 1910
View Description City,Lake,Ocean,See Remarks,Sound,Territorial
Elementary School Buyer To Verify
Middle School Buyer To Verify
High School Buyer To Verify
School District Seattle

Exterior

Water Source Public
Roof Shake
Lot Features Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Parking Driveway, Attached Garage
Heat type Radiant, Radiator
Air conditioning Window Unit(s)
Sewer Sewer Connected
Substructure Poured Concrete
Security Features Fully Fenced, Security Gate, Security System
Other Exterior Features Wood

Finance

SALES PRICE $4,995,000
REAL ESTATE TAXES $54,628/yr

Interior

Total Bedrooms 5
Total Bathrooms 6
Full Bathrooms 4
Half Bathrooms 2
Flooring Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate, Softwood, Carpet
Fireplace Gas, Wood Burning
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Other 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

Area & Lot

Status For Sale
Open house 3/15/2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Living area 8,100 Sq.Ft.
Total area 8,100 Sq.Ft.
Lot Size 0.26 Acres
MLS® ID 2406616
Type: Residential
Year Built 1910
View Description City,Lake,Ocean,See Remarks,Sound,Territorial
Elementary School Buyer To Verify
Middle School Buyer To Verify
High School Buyer To Verify
School District Seattle

Exterior

Water Source Public
Roof Shake
Lot Features Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Parking Driveway, Attached Garage
Heat type Radiant, Radiator
Air conditioning Window Unit(s)
Sewer Sewer Connected
Substructure Poured Concrete
Security Features Fully Fenced, Security Gate, Security System
Other Exterior Features Wood

Finance

SALES PRICE $4,995,000
REAL ESTATE TAXES $54,628/yr

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