Timeless 1923 Colonial in Seattle’s coveted Roanoke Park blends classic charm & thoughtful updates. Perched on a corner lot above the street, this elegant home features a grand entry, formal dining, a stunning chef’s kitchen that opens to a bright gathering room, slab granite, gas cooktop, two ovens, & spacious eating nook. Upstairs features a massive primary suite w/east facing water views of Portage Bay, a walk-in closet, & luxe ensuite, plus two large secondary bedrooms. Finished basement w/4th bedrm - MIL or au pair potential with separate entrance. Future expansion in the unfinished attic w/high ceilings. Upgrades: refinished floors, new paint inside & out, new lighting, turf yard, & more. Close to parks, retail, UW, I-5, 520 & I-90.
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Listed by: Redfin • Forrest Moody
Bought with: Windermere Real Estate Co.
$1,965,000
817 E Shelby Street, Seattle, WA 98102
4beds
3,750sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
5,501 Square Feet Lot
$1,895,800 Zestimate®
$524/sqft
$6,420 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,895,800
$1.74M - $2.07M
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Formal diningFinished basementLarge secondary bedroomsLuxe ensuiteRefinished floorsWalk-in closetMassive primary suite
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Listed by:
Forrest Moody,
Redfin
Bought with:
Merritt Hess, 108256
Windermere Real Estate Co.
Emily Hess, 128706
Windermere Real Estate Co.
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2406032
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Radiator, Wall Unit(s), Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer(s), Garbage Disposal
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,750
- Total interior livable area: 3,750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Fireplace, Jetted Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 5,501 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Sidewalk, Value In Land, Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, High Speed Internet, Patio
Details
- Parcel number: 1959701700
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: See Remarks, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Portage Bay
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $524/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,699,000
- Annual tax amount: $14,881
- Date on market: 8/1/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 355 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Garbage Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Trash Compactor, Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2025 | Sold | $1,965,000-1.8%$524/sqft |
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| 7/25/2025 | Pending sale | $2,000,000$533/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,000,000+50.4%$533/sqft |
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| 5/22/2025 | Listing removed | $8,499$2/sqft |
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| 5/8/2025 | Price change | $8,499+21.4%$2/sqft |
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| 4/22/2025 | Price change | $6,999-12.5%$2/sqft |
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| 4/4/2025 | Price change | $7,999-5.9%$2/sqft |
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| 3/29/2025 | Price change | $8,500+6.3%$2/sqft |
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| 3/4/2025 | Listed for rent | $7,999-11.1%$2/sqft |
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| 3/23/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/15/2022 | Listed for rent | $8,999$2/sqft |
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| 7/14/2015 | Sold | $1,330,000-1.5%$355/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #788829 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2015 | Pending sale | $1,350,000$360/sqft |
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| 5/21/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+14.4%$360/sqft |
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| 7/10/2013 | Sold | $1,180,000-12.6%$315/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #494804 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2007 | Sold | $1,350,000+80%$360/sqft |
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| 9/22/2006 | Sold | $750,000$200/sqft |
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| 1/6/2006 | Sold | $750,000$200/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,659 +10.6% | $1,699,000 +2.8% |
| 2024 | $15,973 +7.3% | $1,652,000 +5.7% |
| 2023 | $14,881 -2.2% | $1,563,000 -12.6% |
| 2022 | $15,213 +6.8% | $1,789,000 +16.2% |
| 2021 | $14,247 +5.8% | $1,540,000 +11.6% |
| 2020 | $13,467 -1.8% | $1,380,000 -3.1% |
| 2019 | $13,718 +11.5% | $1,424,000 +0.2% |
| 2018 | $12,305 -3.9% | $1,421,000 +10.3% |
| 2017 | $12,809 +12.7% | $1,288,000 -11.5% |
| 2016 | $11,362 | $1,456,000 +9.5% |
| 2015 | $11,362 | $1,330,000 +12.1% |
| 2014 | $11,362 | $1,186,000 +6.5% |
| 2013 | $11,362 | $1,114,000 +7.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,035,000 -4.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,087,000 -2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,118,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,118,000 +46.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $764,000 +7.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $709,000 -16% |
| 2005 | -- | $844,000 +53.5% |
| 2001 | $6,402 +13% | $550,000 +19.8% |
| 2000 | $5,664 | $459,000 |
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Neighborhood: Portage Bay
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