#2310227, John Boukalis, Listing office: Berkshire Hathaway HS NW
817 E Shelby St Seattle, WA 98102
Property details
About 817 E Shelby St
Timeless 1923 Colonial in Seattle’s coveted Roanoke Park blends classic charm & thoughtful updates. Perched on a corner lot above the street, this elegant home features a grand entry, formal dining, a stunning chef’s kitchen that opens to a bright gathering room, slab granite, gas cooktop, two ovens, & spacious eating nook. Upstairs features a massive primary suite w/east facing water views of Portage Bay, a walk-in closet, & luxe ensuite, plus two large secondary bedrooms. Finished basement w/4th bedrm - MIL or au pair potential with separate entrance. Future expansion in the unfinished attic w/high ceilings. Upgrades: refinished floors, new paint inside & out, new lighting, turf yard, & more. Close to parks, retail, UW, I-5, 520 & I-90.
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Disposal, Double Oven, Trash Compactor
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Interior: Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Laminate, Walk-In Pantry
- Fireplace: Gas
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached Garage
- Exterior: Wood
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $2,170,000
- Price/SqFt: $578
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $15,213
- Tax Year: 2022
- Lot: Corner Lot, Paved, Sidewalk
- Directions: From Boylston Ave E, right on E Roanoke St, left on Harvard Ave E. Right on E Shelby St. Home is on the right.
- Year Built: 1923
- Living Area: 3,750 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1263 Acres
- MLS Number: 2395053
- MLS Name: NWMLS
- Office Name: Redfin
- Office Phone: (206) 258-6097
- Listing Agent: Forrest Moody
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jul 14, 2015 | Home Sold | $1,330,000 |
Jul 10, 2013 | Home Sold | $1,180,000 |
Jul 12, 2007 | Home Sold | $1,350,000 |
Sep 22, 2006 | Home Sold | $750,000 |
Jan 06, 2006 | Home Sold | $750,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2022 | $1,789,000 | $15,213 |
2021 | $1,540,000 | $14,247 |
2020 | $1,380,000 | $13,466 |
2018 | $1,421,000 | $12,304 |
2017 | $1,288,000 | $12,809 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
John Stanford International Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•4057 5th Ave NE
9
Montlake Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•2409 22nd Ave E
6
Stevens Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•1242 18th Ave E
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $93,524. Most Seattle, WA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 817 E Shelby St
The listing price of 817 E Shelby St property is $2,170,000.
The property 817 E Shelby St is a house located in Seattle, Washington, 98102.
Active Listing: 817 E Shelby St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 817 E Shelby St are: John Stanford International Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Montlake Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Stevens Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), TOPS K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Hamilton International Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Cascade Parent Partnership Program (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Middle College High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $15,213 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 14, 2015 for $1,330,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 817 E Shelby St has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 817 E Shelby St is 3,750 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 817 E Shelby St is 1923.
This home is located at 817 E Shelby St in Seattle, WA and zip code 98102 in the Portage Bay neighborhood. This 3,750 square foot home, which was built in 1923, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,170,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Seattle, WA there were more than 246 sold above asking price, over 291 sold below and more than 277 were sold right at the asked price. Between April and May 2025, Seattle, WA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 28.7%. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 27 days, the median list price was $849,510.