Perched in North Admiral with sweeping views across Elliott Bay to Downtown, this 1917 gem blends timeless romance with modern infrastructure updates. Spanning 4,100 sq. ft., the home offers 6 generous bedrooms, 2¼ baths, and a full basement. An open floor plan showcases original wood floors and rare Mayan Revival fireplace, creating a warm, vintage charm. Coved ceilings in the living and dining areas add extra elegance with both spaces boasting massive windows to the expanse outside. Updates to wiring, plumbing, and boiler ensure peace of mind. Loved by one family for nearly 90 years, this storied residence invites you to write its next chapter. Enjoy its old charm, or update as you see fit. This Palm Avenue view side home is a rare find.
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Listed by: Keller Williams Seattle Metro
Bought with: Lake & Company
$1,950,000
1638 Palm Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98116
6beds
4,100sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
5,998.21 Square Feet Lot
$1,918,000 Zestimate®
$476/sqft
$6,535 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,918,000
$1.76M - $2.09M
$6,535/mo
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Open floor planOriginal wood floorsCoved ceilingsMassive windowsMayan revival fireplace
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Listed by:
Todd Crooks,
Keller Williams Seattle Metro
Bought with:
Christopher Randall, 113817
Lake & Company
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2439777
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Garbage Disposal
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,100
- Total interior livable area: 4,100 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 5,998 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 117
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, High Speed Internet
- Topography: Level,Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 9272202045
- Zoning: NR3
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition,Torch Down
Condition
- Year built: 1917
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Seattle
- Subdivision: North Admiral
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Cumulative days on market: 119 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | Sold | $1,950,000-1.3%$476/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2439777 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Pending sale | $1,975,000$482/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2439777 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,975,000$482/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2439777 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,427 +2.2% | $943,000 |
| 2024 | $2,376 -5.6% | $943,000 |
| 2023 | $2,517 | $943,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $943,000 |
| 2021 | $2,641 -2.5% | $943,000 |
| 2020 | $2,709 +2.7% | $943,000 |
| 2019 | $2,638 -0.9% | $943,000 |
| 2018 | $2,663 -8% | $943,000 -18.7% |
| 2017 | $2,895 +7.2% | $1,160,000 +11.9% |
| 2016 | $2,700 | $1,037,000 +6.6% |
| 2015 | $2,700 | $973,000 +12% |
| 2014 | $2,700 | $869,000 +16.3% |
| 2013 | $2,700 | $747,000 +3.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $722,000 -3.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $747,000 -1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $758,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $758,000 -19.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $943,000 +5.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $893,000 +12.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $795,000 +44.8% |
| 2001 | $6,390 +8.9% | $549,000 +15.3% |
| 2000 | $5,871 | $476,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Admiral
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lafayette Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Madison Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10West Seattle High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lafayette
- Middle: Madison Mid
- High: West Seattle 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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