$2,100,000

1249 5th Ave N Seattle, WA 98109

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4,762 sqft
0.2 acres
$441 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1249 5th Ave N

Rare Value-Add/Development opportunity in excellent east slope Queen Anne location, one block north of Highland Drive, with outstanding views of the city, Lake Union, and the Cascade Mountains. The property offers potential for interior/exterior upgrades that could lead to significant rental increases and improved returns. The zoning allows new development for about 20 500sf apartment units or 10 1,250sf townhouse units (Buyer to verify). Great flexibility to start the project promptly or hold with current leases.

Highlights

HeatingRadiant
StatusActive
Size4,762 sqft
Lot size0.1648 Acres
Year built1912
MLS #2056157
ViewCity, Lake, Mountain(s)

Summary

  • MLS Number: 2056157
  • MLS Name: NWMLS
  • Office Name: Sea to Sky Realty
  • Office Phone: (425) 502-5901
  • Listing Agent: Lin Shen

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 30, 2018
Home Sold
$2,000,000
May 10, 2013
Home Sold
$945,000
Apr 12, 2001
Home Sold
$750,000
Oct 08, 1999
Home Sold
$737,000
Mar 08, 1989
Home Sold
$113,388

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$2,130,000$19,462
2022$2,130,000$18,169
2021$1,855,000$17,206
2020$1,997,000$19,366
2018$1,544,000$13,457
2017$1,337,000$13,410

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

John Hay Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.2 mi

201 Garfield St

9

Queen Anne Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

2100 4th Ave N

9

Frantz Coe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

2424 7th Ave W

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,628. Typical income of Seattle, WA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

14%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
14%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

76%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

4%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
44%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1249 5th Ave N

This home is located at 1249 5th Ave N in Seattle, WA and zip code 98109 in the East Queen Anne neighborhood. This 4,762 square foot home, which was built in 1912, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 24, 2023 and is currently priced at $2,100,000.

Seattle, WA housing market in February 2025 saw over 215 listings sold above listed price, more than 229 sold at listed price and over 182 sold below. In February 2025 in Seattle, WA there were 24.1% more homes for sale than in January. The median list price of listings available in February 2025 was $848,345, while the average time on the real estate market was 47 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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