A rare opportunity to own one of three penthouses at the iconic Gainsborough — a 1930s Tudor Revival landmark perched in the heart of First Hill. This historic building offers a rare blend of old-world grandeur and elevated city living, tucked along a serene, tree-lined street in one of Seattle’s most connected neighborhoods. Step off the elevator and arrive at the top floor, where your private 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom penthouse awaits. The open layout offers the opportunity to make this home your own. Expansive windows frame captivating city views from every room, filling the space with natural light and creating a seamless connection to the surrounding skyline. Residents enjoy secure entry, a rooftop deck, and a charming historic lobby. Whether you’re savoring your morning coffee or unwinding at day’s end, you’ll appreciate the unique blend of historic charm, modern comfort, and elevated city living that only a penthouse at the Gainsborough can offer. Location is within walking distance to three large medical facilities. Great opportunity for rental investment!!!
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Listed by: Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc • James DeMaria
Price cut: $100K (7/24)
$699,000
1017 Minor Avenue #1401, Seattle, WA 98104
2beds
1,460sqft
Condominium
Built in 1930
-- sqft lot
$685,400 Zestimate®
$479/sqft
$2,640/mo HOA
What's special
Serene tree-lined streetRooftop deckNatural lightCharming historic lobbyOpen layoutExpansive windows
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James DeMaria,
Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2541335
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Cooking - Electric Hookup, Cooking-Electric
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,460
- Total interior livable area: 1,460 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport
- Has carport: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Cooking-Electric, Penthouse, Primary Bathroom, Sprinkler System, Top Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Mountain(s), Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Sound
Details
- Parcel number: 2680670540
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Condo (1 Level)
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Cement/Concrete
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Cable TV, Elevator, Lobby Entrance, Outside Entry, Rooftop Deck
- Subdivision: First Hill
HOA
- Services included: Central Hot Water, Common Area Maintenance, Sewer, Water
- HOA fee: $2,640 monthly
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $479/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $779,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,012
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$685,400
$651,000 - $720,000
$5,114/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Price change | $699,000-12.5%$479/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2541335 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,000-2%$547/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2541335 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2025 | Sold | $815,000+30.4%$558/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2385390 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2000 | Sold | $625,000$428/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,805 +16.8% | $779,000 +8.5% |
| 2024 | $6,681 -5.1% | $718,000 -6.6% |
| 2023 | $7,036 +11.1% | $769,000 -0.3% |
| 2022 | $6,331 -3.8% | $771,000 +4.5% |
| 2021 | $6,583 -17.5% | $738,000 -13.2% |
| 2020 | $7,978 -5.3% | $850,000 -6.2% |
| 2019 | $8,422 +27.8% | $906,000 +14.8% |
| 2018 | $6,592 +7.2% | $789,000 +23.7% |
| 2017 | $6,151 0% | $638,000 -13.6% |
| 2016 | $6,153 | $738,000 -4.5% |
| 2015 | $6,153 | $773,000 +17.3% |
| 2014 | $6,153 | $659,000 +29.2% |
| 2013 | $6,153 | $510,000 +6.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $477,000 +3% |
| 2011 | -- | $463,000 -9.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $512,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $512,000 -33.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $774,000 +12.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $688,000 +4.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $659,000 +36.2% |
| 2001 | $5,549 +22.3% | $483,700 +30% |
| 2000 | $4,539 | $372,100 |
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Neighborhood: First Hill
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Seattle Public Sch
- Middle: Seattle Public Sch
- High: Seattle Public Sch
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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