Storybook charm meets modern comfort in this preserved 1930 brick Tudor in the heart of Magnolia. This 4 bed, 2.25 bath home offers 2,860 SF across three levels with original oak hardwoods, coved living room ceilings with wood beams, and timeless Tudor architecture. The main floor offers a large living room, spacious dining, updated kitchen, full bath, and flexible bedroom. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features two closets, plus an additional bedroom and spa-inspired bathroom. The walk-out lower level adds a large family room, generous bedroom, half bath, and roomy laundry/mudroom. Thoughtfully modernized with new windows, updated electrical and plumbing, modern HVAC with AC, tankless water heater, and EV-ready charging. A large patio with fire pit invites entertaining, framed by mature landscaping and low maintenance turf. Two covered parking spots. Easy access to downtown Seattle, Magnolia Village, Discovery Park, and the Magnolia Farmers Market.
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Listed by: COMPASS • Will Aufhammer
Bought with: Windermere Real Estate Co.
$1,672,500
1536 Thorndyke Avenue W, Seattle, WA 98199
4beds
2,860sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
5,749 Square Feet Lot
$1,657,900 Zestimate®
$585/sqft
$6,812 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,657,900
$1.54M - $1.79M
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Modern comfortUpdated kitchenMature landscapingWalk-out lower levelLarge family roomTankless water heaterOriginal oak hardwoods
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Listed by:
Will Aufhammer,
COMPASS,
Kelly Aufhammer,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Michael Schrepfer, 95681
Windermere Real Estate Co.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2510705
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Ductless, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless
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: Tankless / gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Hardwood
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,860
- Total interior livable area: 2,860 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Carport, Off Street
- Has carport: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Partial, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 5,749 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Electric Car Charging, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Irrigation, Outdoor Fireplace, Propane
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 5037300165
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1930
- Major remodel year: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Seattle
- Water: Public, Company: City of Seattle
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Magnolia
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $585/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,455,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,849
- Date on market: 6/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Sold | $1,672,500+5.5%$585/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2510705 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2026 | Pending sale | $1,585,000$554/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2510705 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,585,000+114.2%$554/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2510705 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2013 | Sold | $740,000+0.5%$259/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #546770 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2013 | Pending sale | $736,000$257/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #546770 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2013 | Price change | $736,000-5%$257/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #546770 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2013 | Listed for sale | $774,950+21.1%$271/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #546770 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2008 | Sold | $640,000+1.6%$224/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #28000047 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2008 | Price change | $630,000-3.1%$220/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #28000047 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2008 | Listed for sale | $649,950$227/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #28000047 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,242 +10.1% | $1,455,000 +2.4% |
| 2024 | $13,849 +11.2% | $1,421,000 +9.7% |
| 2023 | $12,455 +2.7% | $1,295,000 -8.1% |
| 2022 | $12,128 +12.7% | $1,409,000 +23.1% |
| 2021 | $10,760 +4.7% | $1,145,000 +10.4% |
| 2020 | $10,273 -3.3% | $1,037,000 -4.8% |
| 2019 | $10,626 +15% | $1,089,000 +3.6% |
| 2018 | $9,239 -15.7% | $1,051,000 -4% |
| 2017 | $10,964 +45.7% | $1,095,000 +9.7% |
| 2016 | $7,523 | $998,000 +10.9% |
| 2015 | $7,523 | $900,000 +16.6% |
| 2014 | $7,523 | $772,000 +4% |
| 2013 | $7,523 | $742,000 +43% |
| 2012 | -- | $519,000 +14.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $455,000 -5.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $482,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $482,000 -1% |
| 2007 | -- | $487,000 -27.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $669,000 +8.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $617,000 +33.8% |
| 2001 | $5,383 +28.1% | $461,000 +36% |
| 2000 | $4,204 | $339,000 |
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Neighborhood: Interbay
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Magnolia Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10McClure Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Ballard High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Catharine Blaine K-8
- Middle: Mc Clure Mid
- High: Ballard 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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