Charming 1883 Victorian in the heart of Uptown Port Townsend, filled with period detail and timeless character. The main level offers a comfortable layout with 1 bedroom & 3/4 bath, while 3 additional bedrooms upstairs provide rooms for all. A large 2003-built garage adds exceptional functionality with a utility room, washer/dryer, and a convenient 3/4 bath. Above the large garage/workshop sits a bright 1bed/1bath ADU with a lovely bay view—ideal for guests, rental income, or multigenerational living. A rare opportunity to own a historic home with versatile spaces in one of Port Townsend’s most desirable neighborhoods.
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Listed by: Bell Tower Brokers • Abigail Little
Bought with: Bell Tower Brokers
$803,980
543 Van Buren Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368
5beds
2,362sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1883
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$793,300 Zestimate®
$340/sqft
$2,982 Estimated rent
Home value
$793,300
$658,000 - $960,000
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Lovely bay viewVersatile spacesComfortable layoutUtility room
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Listed by:
Abigail Little,
Bell Tower Brokers
Bought with:
Laina Amerson, 22007768
Bell Tower Brokers
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2461070
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Second
Den office
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: Kitchen & laundry room
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Softwood, Carpet
- Windows: Dbl Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,748
- Total interior livable area: 2,362 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 110
- Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Shop
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
Details
- Additional structures: ADU Beds: 1, ADU Baths: 1
- Parcel number: 989711004
- Zoning: R-II
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement/Concrete
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1883
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Jeff Co PUD
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Port Townsend
- Water: Public, Company: City of Port Townsend
- Utilities for property: Astound
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Uptown
Location
- Region: Port Townsend
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $340/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $805,150
- Annual tax amount: $7,019
- Date on market: 1/27/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 176 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2026 | Sold | $803,980-8.1%$340/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2461070 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Pending sale | $875,000$370/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2461070 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2026 | Price change | $875,000-2.8%$370/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2461070 Report a problem | ||
| 12/26/2025 | Price change | $900,000-1.6%$381/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2461070 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $915,000+66.4%$387/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2461070 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2017 | Sold | $550,000$233/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1085170 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2017 | Pending sale | $550,000$233/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #1085170 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2017 | Listed for sale | $550,000$233/sqft |
Source: John L Scott Real Estate #1085170 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,019 +2.4% | $805,150 +5.4% |
| 2023 | $6,856 +6.1% | $764,143 +0.7% |
| 2022 | $6,462 +0.5% | $759,143 +14.5% |
| 2021 | $6,431 +8.2% | $663,288 +22.1% |
| 2019 | $5,943 +6.1% | $543,065 +12.1% |
| 2018 | $5,600 +21.7% | $484,551 +8.6% |
| 2017 | $4,603 -5.1% | $446,253 +22.5% |
| 2016 | $4,849 +30.8% | $364,413 +11.8% |
| 2015 | $3,708 +16.2% | $326,071 +5.1% |
| 2014 | $3,190 | $310,363 +5% |
| 2013 | $3,190 +12.8% | $295,585 |
| 2010 | $2,829 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98368
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Salish Coast ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Blue Heron Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10Port Townsend High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Salish Coast Elementary
- Middle: Blue Heron Mid
- High: Port Townsend 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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