Nestled on a prime corner lot in the heart of Sunset Hill, this charming light filled bungalow with a coastal vibe is as inviting as it is perfectly located. Perched above the street for privacy, look out the front window at the beautifully blossoming Purple Leaf Plum Tree. Enter the warm, spacious living/dining room area and feel right at home. With two cozy bedrooms, a bathroom and kitchen on the main floor and a versatile bonus room and tons of storage in the basement, it’s the ideal blend of comfort and functionality. Step outside to your fully fenced backyard oasis, perfect for planting flowers and veggies or entertaining friends. You are just moments from the breathtaking Sunset Hill Park, the scenic Burke-Gilman Trail, and the sandy shores of Golden Gardens. Neighborhood restaurants abound: Sunny Hill, Bakers and Larsens for your favorite pastries. Stroll a little further to downtown Ballard, where the Sunday Farmers Market, buzzing restaurants, lively bars, and boutique shops await. Commuting downtown? It’s a breeze from this spot, leaving you more time to enjoy everything this vibrant area has to offer.What truly sets this home apart is its unbeatable neighborhood vibe. Situated on one of Ballard’s best blocks, you’ll find friendly neighbors, tree-lined streets, and a sense of community that’s hard to match. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee on the porch or hosting friends in the backyard, this Sunset Hill treasure is ready to welcome you home.
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Listed by: COMPASS • Sinead Keogh
Bought with: Windermere Real Estate/East
$725,000
2857 NW 73rd Street, Seattle, WA 98117
2beds
1,100sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
2,500 Square Feet Lot
$716,500 Zestimate®
$659/sqft
$3,140 Estimated rent
Home value
$716,500
$659,000 - $774,000
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Fully fenced backyard oasisTree-lined streetsVersatile bonus roomPrime corner lotTwo cozy bedroomsLight filled bungalow
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Listed by:
Sinead Keogh,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Brooke Willow, 25000861
Windermere Real Estate/East
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2494781
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Den office
- Level: Lower
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Tank, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,100
- Total interior livable area: 1,100 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
Lot
- Size: 2,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 2500
- Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Sidewalk, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Patio
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2872101201
- Zoning: NR3
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,1 Story w/Bsmnt.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1912
- Major remodel year: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sunset Hill
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $659/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $662,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,351
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 75 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2026 | Sold | $725,000$659/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Pending sale | $725,000$659/sqft |
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| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000+107.1%$659/sqft |
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| 2/2/2006 | Sold | $350,000+25.2%$318/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #25165878 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2003 | Sold | $279,500+34.3%$254/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #23111059 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2000 | Sold | $208,043+8.5%$189/sqft |
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| 6/14/1999 | Sold | $191,750+18%$174/sqft |
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| 8/22/1997 | Sold | $162,500+8.7%$148/sqft |
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| 3/1/1994 | Sold | $149,500$136/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,050 +11% | $662,000 +3.4% |
| 2024 | $6,351 +11.7% | $640,000 +9.6% |
| 2023 | $5,685 +4.6% | $584,000 -6.3% |
| 2022 | $5,434 +3.7% | $623,000 +12.7% |
| 2021 | $5,237 +12.2% | $553,000 +18.9% |
| 2020 | $4,668 -0.7% | $465,000 -2.1% |
| 2019 | $4,700 +11% | $475,000 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $4,235 -1.7% | $476,000 +12.8% |
| 2017 | $4,308 +20.7% | $422,000 -6.4% |
| 2016 | $3,569 | $451,000 +10.5% |
| 2015 | $3,569 | $408,000 +12.7% |
| 2014 | $3,569 | $362,000 +8.4% |
| 2013 | $3,569 | $334,000 +13.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $294,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $294,000 -4.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $308,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $308,000 +4.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $295,000 +10.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $267,000 +9.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $244,000 +45.2% |
| 2001 | $2,028 +5.2% | $168,000 +10.5% |
| 2000 | $1,928 | $152,000 |
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Neighborhood: Sunset Hill
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Loyal Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3.4 mi
- 8/10Whitman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Ballard High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Loyal Heights
- Middle: Whitman 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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