Renowned floating home American Institute of Architects James Jessup designed this floating home in 1975 for a local Seattle couple who were avid boat racing buffs. They kept a 24’ sailboat moored next to the home and could take off on a minute’s notice. True to form, this Jessup home showcases multileveled spiraling spaces from the study to the living room, on up to the primary bedroom. A creative retractable ladder provides access to the most magnificent views on the roof top. The cathedral windows expand throughout the 1,200 square foot home, alluding to a much larger interior. The smell of cedar wraps your senses and a woodsy spirit with an economy of space rings true. Designed with nature in mind, this home has the perfect backdrop of sailboats, Space Needle views, and the slight sound of water gently lapping. Own a piece of Seattle’s history while living amongst a community of fellow floating home enthusiasts.
Active
Listed by: Windermere Real Estate Midtown • Molly A Cartwright
Price cut: $900K (7/29)
$1,500,000
2727 Fairview Avenue E #4, Seattle, WA 98102
2beds
1,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
1,197 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,250/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 119 days
- 1,314
- 115
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Molly A Cartwright,
Windermere Real Estate Midtown,
Kristin Ellis,
Windermere Real Estate Midtown
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2517214
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Lower
Den office
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Ductless, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: electric
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Lake, Mountain(s), Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake, No Bank
Lot
- Size: 1,197 Square Feet
- Features: Adjacent to Public Land, Curbs, Dead End Street, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Dock, Rooftop Deck
Details
- Parcel number: KCA 714
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Floating Home/On-Water Res
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Flat,Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1975
- Major remodel year: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: SPU
- Water: Public, Company: SPU
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Eastlake
HOA
- HOA phone: 425-765-0100
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,250/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $338,300
- Annual tax amount: $6,032
- Date on market: 5/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 120 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,229/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/29/2026 | Price change | $1,500,000-37.5%$1,250/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2517214 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,400,000$2,000/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2517214 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,750$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | -- | $338,300 +3.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $328,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $328,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $328,000 +22.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $268,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $268,300 -11.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $304,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $304,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $304,400 -27.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $418,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $418,000 |
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Neighborhood: Eastlake
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