Offered for the very first time, the personal residence of Richard Sundberg, renowned Seattle architect well known for his work on many significant residential and commercial properties throughout the Northwest, the East coast, and Hawaii, among them Seattle's Frye Art Museum and the Wing Luke museum. As with all his projects, Rick's home embodies his celebrated creativity and style. The custom front door fuses an antique Japanese wooden door with metal and glass, creating a modern masterpiece. The entry opens onto a curved limestone stairway leading to the dramatic main living space, featuring cathedral ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling wall of windows. From these you can enjoy the lovely garden space below and peek-a-b00 view of Lake Washington. An open kitchen, with custom wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances & granite countertops, overlooks the main living space & dramatic fireplace alcove. Home office space is conveniently located just off the kitchen. This level also includes multiple decks encased in greenery which offer inviting spots to relax, BBQ, or just enjoy a peaceful, leafy retreat. The first floor of the home, rests amid the lovely, private garden, 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The primary bedroom area includes two walk-in closets & a bath with custom shower. Located just one block to Lake Washington's waterfront park, multiple restaurants, a marina, grocery store & Starbucks. If offers a convenient commute to downtown Seattle, the Eastside & SeaTac airport.
Pending
Listed by: Windermere Real Estate Co. • Ted Alton
$1,399,950
3701 E Alder Street, Seattle, WA 98122
3beds
1,750sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
7,200 Square Feet Lot
$1,395,300 Zestimate®
$800/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Dramatic fireplace alcoveLovely private gardenLovely garden space belowCurved limestone stairwayCathedral ceilingsFloor-to-ceiling wall of windowsStainless steel appliances
- 11 days |
- 3,328 |
- 319 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Offers reviewed: Aug 18
Listed by:
Ted Alton,
Windermere Real Estate Co.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2550557
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Second
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Second
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: Second
Utility room
- Level: Main
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)
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Stone
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Upper Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,750
- Total interior livable area: 1,750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Partial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 7,200 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Outbuildings
- Residential vegetation: Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 9829200705
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Leschi
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $800/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,255,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,433
- Offers reviewed: 08/18/2026
- Date on market: 8/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 12 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$1,395,300
$1.33M - $1.47M
$4,015/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Pending sale | $1,399,950$800/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2550557 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,399,950$800/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2550557 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,433 +10.7% | $1,255,000 +3.2% |
| 2024 | $12,129 +10.7% | $1,216,000 +9.6% |
| 2023 | $10,957 +0% | $1,109,000 -10.8% |
| 2022 | $10,955 +16.7% | $1,243,000 +28% |
| 2021 | $9,389 +12.1% | $971,000 +19% |
| 2020 | $8,373 -4% | $816,000 -5.9% |
| 2019 | $8,724 +19.7% | $867,000 +8.5% |
| 2018 | $7,287 -6% | $799,000 +7.1% |
| 2017 | $7,750 +26.6% | $746,000 +11.5% |
| 2016 | $6,123 | $669,000 +5.7% |
| 2015 | $6,123 | $633,000 +3.6% |
| 2014 | $6,123 | $611,000 +13.1% |
| 2013 | $6,123 | $540,000 -8.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $593,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $593,000 +2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $581,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $581,000 +5.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $552,000 +8.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $507,000 +4.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $486,000 +44.2% |
| 2001 | $3,963 +1.6% | $337,000 +7.3% |
| 2000 | $3,899 | $314,000 |
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Neighborhood: Leschi
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Leschi Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Edmonds S. Meany Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 8/10Garfield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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