Investment-ready property with over 20 years of successful rental history. This classic craftsman is ideally located close to the University of Washington, making it a perennial favorite for long-term tenants. The fully furnished property features spacious, well-maintained rooms, large shared living areas, two hot water heaters and two refrigerators. Separate entrance and downstairs kitchenette provide a compelling opportunity for multi-unit income potential. Additional amenities include free laundry, off-street alley parking for 3 cars, a detached garage, & secure bike storage. Outdoor features include a back deck & a private, fenced yard with street & alley access. Close to Trader Joe’s, UW, & I-5. With its prime location, consistent income performance, and strong occupancy history, this property represents a dependable addition to any investment portfolio. A lease is already secured for the upcoming school year.
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Listed by: Windermere Real Estate/East • Kelby Schweitzer
Price cut: $50K (7/14)
$925,000
5016 7th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98105
7beds
3,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
4,281 Square Feet Lot
$869,000 Zestimate®
$308/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Downstairs kitchenetteDetached garageSeparate entranceBack deckSecure bike storageFree laundrySpacious well-maintained rooms
- 499 days |
- 498 |
- 19 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kelby Schweitzer,
Windermere Real Estate/East
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2353618
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater Location: Lower level utility room
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,000
- Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dining Room, Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s)
Lot
- Size: 4,281 Square Feet
- Features: Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Patio
- Topography: Partial Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 2862100955
- 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
- Cement Planked, Cement Plank
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Available, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: University District
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $308/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $830,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,839
- Date on market: 4/9/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 500 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
- Total actual rent: 6500
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$869,000
Estimated sales range
$826,000 - $912,000
Rent Zestimate®
$5,580/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $925,000-5.1%$308/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $975,000-7.1%$325/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Price change | $1,050,000-4.5%$350/sqft |
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| 2/3/2026 | Price change | $1,100,000-8.3%$367/sqft |
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| 7/31/2025 | Price change | $1,200,000-4%$400/sqft |
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| 6/24/2025 | Listing removed | $6,500$2/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Price change | $1,250,000-2%$417/sqft |
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| 5/8/2025 | Price change | $6,500+1.6%$2/sqft |
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| 4/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000+269.6%$425/sqft |
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| 4/4/2025 | Price change | $6,400-1.5%$2/sqft |
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| 12/6/2024 | Price change | $6,500+23.8%$2/sqft |
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| 10/18/2024 | Price change | $5,250-2.8%$2/sqft |
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| 9/14/2024 | Price change | $5,400-1.8%$2/sqft |
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| 8/30/2024 | Listed for rent | $5,500$2/sqft |
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| 8/29/2024 | Listing removed | $5,500$2/sqft |
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| 8/14/2024 | Listed for rent | $5,500-11.3%$2/sqft |
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| 7/3/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/1/2024 | Price change | $6,200-2.4%$2/sqft |
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| 6/25/2024 | Price change | $6,350-2%$2/sqft |
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| 6/11/2024 | Price change | $6,480-0.3%$2/sqft |
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| 4/23/2024 | Price change | $6,500+8.3%$2/sqft |
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| 4/21/2024 | Listed for rent | $6,000$2/sqft |
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| 4/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/4/2022 | Listed for rent | $6,000$2/sqft |
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| 6/10/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/15/2004 | Sold | $345,000$115/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,847 +0.1% | $830,000 -7.5% |
| 2024 | $8,839 +11.1% | $897,000 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $7,958 -4.2% | $819,000 -14.7% |
| 2022 | $8,306 +3.2% | $960,000 +12% |
| 2021 | $8,050 +5.3% | $857,000 +11.2% |
| 2020 | $7,641 +3.4% | $771,000 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $7,390 +21% | $754,000 +9.4% |
| 2018 | $6,107 -4.8% | $689,000 +9% |
| 2017 | $6,412 +32.7% | $632,000 +11.7% |
| 2016 | $4,834 | $566,000 +9.5% |
| 2015 | $4,834 | $517,000 +5.1% |
| 2014 | $4,834 | $492,000 +17.4% |
| 2013 | $4,834 | $419,000 +9.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $383,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $383,000 -7% |
| 2010 | -- | $412,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $412,000 +12.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $367,000 +6.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $346,000 +11.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $310,000 +25% |
| 2001 | $2,944 +12.3% | $248,000 +18.7% |
| 2000 | $2,622 | $209,000 |
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Neighborhood: University District
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Green Lake Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Hamilton International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Green Lake
- Middle: Hamilton Mid
- High: Lincoln 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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