Every home tells a story, and this is no exception. Set beside Volunteer Park in one of North Capitol Hill’s most sought-after enclaves, this extraordinary residence is a rare blend of historic grandeur, whimsical character, and modern sophistication. The home offers dramatic entertaining spaces, a chef’s kitchen with oversized gathering bar, elegant dining room, and a sunlit den. Upstairs, each of the four bedrooms features its own en-suite bath, including a Moroccan-inspired primary suite that feels like a private retreat, layered with rich texture and thoughtfully curated detail. The lower level offers exceptional flexibility with a spacious family room, media room, kitchenette, guest suite, and separate entrance—ideal for extended stays, creative space, or work-from-home living. Outside, an oversized deck, covered patio, and jacuzzi create a secluded urban oasis. A truly one-of-a-kind Capitol Hill home for those who value beauty, originality, and soul.
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Listed by: Keller Williams Seattle Metro
Bought with: Windermere Real Estate Midtown
$2,612,500
1147 Federal Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98102
5beds
5,440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
5,000.69 Square Feet Lot
$2,599,300 Zestimate®
$480/sqft
$7,934 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,599,300
$2.42M - $2.81M
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Covered patioSunlit denGuest suiteSeparate entranceBeside volunteer parkOversized deckSpacious family room
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Listed by:
Jodi M. Hill,
Keller Williams Seattle Metro,
Zachary Hill,
Keller Williams Seattle Metro
Bought with:
Deirdre G. Doyle, 3180
Windermere Real Estate Midtown
Donald Chapo, 21023274
Windermere Real Estate Midtown
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2478461
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Den office
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Wall Furnace, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Garage
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, High Tech Cabling, Loft
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Marble, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Upper Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,440
- Total interior livable area: 5,440 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Loft, Security System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wet Bar
- Has spa: Yes
Lot
- Size: 5,000 sqft
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Patio, Sprinkler System
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 6762700540
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Planked, Wood Siding, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Athletic Court, Park, Playground, Trail(s)
Location
- Region: Seattle
- Subdivision: Capitol Hill
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Cumulative days on market: 77 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Sold | $2,612,500-3.2%$480/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2478461 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Pending sale | $2,700,000$496/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2478461 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Price change | $2,700,000-6.9%$496/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2478461 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2026 | Price change | $2,900,000-6.5%$533/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2478461 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,100,000+103.9%$570/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2478461 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2007 | Sold | $1,520,000+267.1%$279/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #26156499 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2003 | Sold | $414,001-44.8%$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2000 | Sold | $750,000$138/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,747 +5.8% | $2,525,000 -1.8% |
| 2024 | $24,340 +7% | $2,572,000 +5.7% |
| 2023 | $22,757 -10.6% | $2,433,000 -20.2% |
| 2022 | $25,443 +6.8% | $3,049,000 +16.2% |
| 2021 | $23,827 -3.6% | $2,625,000 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $24,715 -2% | $2,588,000 -3.1% |
| 2019 | $25,227 +11.6% | $2,671,000 +0.2% |
| 2018 | $22,612 +0.1% | $2,665,000 +15.3% |
| 2017 | $22,591 +42.1% | $2,311,000 +10.7% |
| 2016 | $15,898 | $2,088,000 +9.5% |
| 2015 | $15,898 | $1,907,000 +13.9% |
| 2014 | $15,898 | $1,675,000 +6.5% |
| 2013 | $15,898 | $1,573,000 +5.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,486,000 -4.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,561,000 +9% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,432,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,432,000 -26.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,943,000 +130.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $842,000 -5.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $888,000 +73.4% |
| 2001 | $5,967 +8.9% | $512,000 +15.3% |
| 2000 | $5,481 | $444,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Edmonds S. Meany Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Garfield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lowell
- Middle: Meany Mid
- High: Garfield High
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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- King County
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- 98102
- Capitol Hill
- 1147 Federal Avenue E
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