Sold602d on marketHistoric · 100 yrs
523 NE 81st Street
Seattle, WA, 98115 • Maple Leaf • King County
$1,250,005
$573/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
2,180Sqft
0.09 acLot
1926Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Lake Views
Lake
Craftsman Style
Built 1926 · 100 years of history
Maple Leaf
Maple Leaf
Outdoor Living
Ceramic Tile · Fir/Softwood · Hardwood · Bath Off Primary · Double Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · French Doors · Security System · Vaulted Ceiling(s) · Walk-In Closet(s) · Fireplace · Water Heater
1 Fireplace
Gas · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
1-Car Garage
Driveway · Attached Garage
Ceramic Tile & Softwood & Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 602 days ago · 7 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
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602 days on market
Established listing
$573/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1926 · Historic
Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully updated home, where Old-World charm meets modern sophistication. The coved ceilings and original Batchelder tile fireplace exude classic allure, while the hardwood floors add warmth throughout. French doors from the updated kitchen open to a serene, fully-fenced backyard and deck with lake views. Escape to your private suite on the second floor, featuring city views, a walk-in closet, and a luxurious double vanity bath with a 6’ soaking tub. The unfinished basement offers endless potential. New systems, a brand-new furnace, and updated electrical ensure comfort and peace of mind. Enjoy easy access to Green Lake, Northgate, UW, and I-5, just a mile from the Light Rail station. Pre-inspected.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights serene fully-fenced backyard, hardwood floors, and coved ceilings as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$7,751/month
Principal & Interest$6,085
Property Tax$1,250
Insurance$417
Down payment20% ($250,001)
3%50%
Est. 6.14% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,000,004 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1926
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Tankless Water Heater, Natural Gas
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Lot4,081 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleCraftsman
ConditionVery Good
Year built1926
Stories2
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Tankless Water Heater, Natural Gas
RoofComposition
ConstructionCement Planked, Wood Siding
Water / SewerCommunity, Company: Seattle Public / Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage
Garage1 spaces
BasementPartially Finished
Fireplaces1
Lot4,081 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodMaple Leaf
Annual tax$8,558
Parcel2878601280
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Bath Off Primary
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwashers_
Dryer(s)
GarbageDisposal_
Microwaves_
Refrigerators_
StovesRanges_
Washer(s)
Dishwasher(s)
Garbage Disposal
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Water Heater: Gas
Water Heater Location: Basement
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Softwood
Hardwood
Heating
Fireplace
Forced Air
Tankless Water Heater
Natural Gas
Fireplace
Gas
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Exterior Features
Parking
Driveway
Attached Garage
Construction
Cement Planked
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Ceramic Tile
Fir/Softwood
Hardwood
Bath Off Primary
Double Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
French Doors
Security System
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplace
Water Heater
Lot Features
Curbs
Paved
Sidewalk
Cable TV
Deck
Fenced-Fully
Gas Available
High Speed Internet
Patio
Shop
Security
Security System
Views
Lake
Utilities
Century Link Fiber
Room details
10 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
SecondBedroom
MainBedroom
MainBathroom Full
SecondBathroom Full
MainDining Room
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market602
Est. value$1,238,500
Est. rent$3,673/mo
Tax rate0.82%
Price/sqft$573
On marketAug 8, 2024
PostedJul 26, 2024
Last sold$1,250,005
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedAug 13, 2024
Tour days6
Views7
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3 schools rated nearby
Location
Seattle, WA, 98115
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 12, 2024Sold$1,250,005$573NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 31, 2024Pending Sale$1,150,000$528NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 26, 2024Listed For Sale$1,150,000$528NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 4, 2021Sold$1,100,000$505NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 9, 2021Pending Sale$1,100,000$505NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 26, 2021Listed For Sale$1,100,000$505NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 20, 2007Sold$510,000$234NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 11, 1997Sold$27,511$13Public Record
Sold$1,250,005
Aug 12, 2024•$573/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,150,000
Jul 31, 2024•$528/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,150,000
Jul 26, 2024•$528/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$1,100,000
Oct 4, 2021•$505/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,100,000
Sep 9, 2021•$505/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,100,000
Aug 26, 2021•$505/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$510,000
Apr 20, 2007•$234/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$27,511
Dec 11, 1997•$13/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
21 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$9,878$1,010,000
Apr 7, 2023$8,809$913,000
Apr 7, 2022$8,558$991,000
Apr 7, 2021$7,750$823,000
Apr 7, 2020$7,008$703,000
Apr 7, 2019$7,233$737,000
Apr 7, 2018$6,380$722,000
Apr 7, 2017$5,972$630,000
Apr 7, 2016$4,212$522,000
Apr 7, 2015$4,212$482,000
Apr 7, 2014$4,212$425,000
Apr 7, 2013$4,212$382,000
Apr 7, 2012—$352,000
Apr 7, 2011—$352,000
Apr 7, 2010—$345,000
Apr 7, 2009—$345,000
Apr 7, 2007—$326,000
Apr 7, 2006—$305,000
Apr 7, 2005—$284,000
Apr 7, 2001$2,612$219,000
Apr 7, 2000$2,451$195,000
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Seattle, WA • King County
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Nearby zip codes
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