The Gainsborough is one of First Hill's premier steel and concrete high-rise buildings, filled with historic charm and glamour. Spacious living and dining room, tall ceilings, original hardwood floors, crown molding and new double pane windows. A northeast-corner unit, it takes full advantage of the city and Lake Union views. The kitchen has great natural light and new stainless-steel appliances. The 2 bedrooms are tucked away for the main living area, along with the fully renovated bath. The community rooftop terrace garden is a great space to relax and take in the city views. Garage parking + storage. Just a couple blocks to Capitol Hill's popular Pike/Pine neighborhood: shops, restaurants, bars, coffee shops and groceries. An easy walk to transit ride to downtown and South Lake Union. A convenient commute to SeaTac and the Eastside.
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Listed by: Windermere Real Estate Co. • Ted Alton
$675,000
1017 Minor Avenue #1303, Seattle, WA 98104
2beds
1,187sqft
Condominium
Built in 1930
-- sqft lot
$653,800 Zestimate®
$569/sqft
$1,277/mo HOA
What's special
Fully renovated bathOriginal hardwood floorsTall ceilingsCrown moldingCommunity rooftop terrace gardenNew stainless-steel appliancesNew double pane windows
- 162 days |
- 87 |
- 1 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ted Alton,
Windermere Real Estate Co.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2472093
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Cooking - Electric Hookup, Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Common Area
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Coverings: Stay
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,187
- Total interior livable area: 1,187 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Common Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Bath, Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Elevator Installed, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Kitchen, Accessible Utility
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric, End Unit, Insulated Windows, Washer
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Sidewalk
Details
- Parcel number: 2680670510
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Condo (1 Level)
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick, Cement/Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulated Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Cable TV, Elevator, Lobby Entrance, Rooftop Deck
- Subdivision: First Hill
HOA
- Services included: Central Hot Water, Common Area Maintenance, Sewer
- HOA fee: $1,277 monthly
- HOA phone: 800-537-9619
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $569/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $647,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,495
- Date on market: 1/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 163 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$653,800
$621,000 - $686,000
$3,409/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $675,000+4%$569/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2472093 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2019 | Sold | $649,000$547/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1431018 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2019 | Pending sale | $649,000$547/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Capitol Hill, Inc. #1431018 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2019 | Listed for sale | $649,000+62.3%$547/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Capitol Hill, Inc. #1431018 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2012 | Listing removed | $399,950$337/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Capitol Hill, Inc. #422123 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2012 | Listed for sale | $399,950+32.9%$337/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate/Capitol Hill, Inc. #422123 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/1998 | Sold | $301,000$254/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,497 +18.2% | $647,000 +9.8% |
| 2024 | $5,495 -4.8% | $589,000 -6.4% |
| 2023 | $5,769 +7.9% | $629,000 -3.2% |
| 2022 | $5,349 -3.3% | $650,000 +5% |
| 2021 | $5,533 +0.7% | $619,000 +6.2% |
| 2020 | $5,492 -6.5% | $583,000 -7.5% |
| 2019 | $5,875 +12.8% | $630,000 +1.3% |
| 2018 | $5,208 +1.4% | $622,000 +16.9% |
| 2017 | $5,137 +22.2% | $532,000 +14.2% |
| 2016 | $4,205 | $466,000 +8.1% |
| 2015 | $4,205 | $431,000 -4% |
| 2014 | $4,205 | $449,000 +21.7% |
| 2013 | $4,205 | $369,000 +18.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $311,000 -6.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $333,000 -22.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $429,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $429,000 -3.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $446,000 -0.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $447,000 +4.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $428,000 +31.2% |
| 2001 | $3,747 +22.2% | $326,300 +30% |
| 2000 | $3,065 | $251,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: First Hill
Nearby schools
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- 3/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10Edmonds S. Meany Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Garfield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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- King County
- Seattle
- 98104
- First Hill
- 1017 Minor Avenue Unit 1303
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