Sold913d on marketHistoric · 102 yrs
1537 Thorndyke Avenue W
Seattle, WA, 98199 • Magnolia • King County
$1,498,000
$522/sqft
4Beds
3Baths
2,870Sqft
0.13 acLot
1924Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Sound · Territorial
Tudor Style
Built 1924 · 102 years of history
Magnolia
Magnolia
Outdoor Living
Hardwood · Wall to Wall Carpet · Double Pane/Storm Window · Dining Room · Skylight(s) · Sprinkler System · Fireplace
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Main Level: 1 · Fireplace
2-Car Garage
Detached Garage · Off Street
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
5 views
People checking out this listing
913 days on market
Established listing
$522/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1924 · Historic
Just blocks to Magnolia Bridge, this exquisite home offers effortless access to Whole Foods and Magnolia Village. Thoughtfully designed, the residence captures an abundance of natural light throughout the day, providing breathtaking views of Downtown, Elliott Bay, and Mt. Rainier. The grand living room, adorned with oak floors and a cozy fireplace, sets an inviting atmosphere, while the updated kitchen and main floor family room present perfect spaces for hosting gatherings. Impeccably maintained, both the house and meticulously landscaped gardens exude a sense of timeless elegance. Completing this exceptional property is a generously-sized 2-car garage, ensuring convenience and comfort.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights cozy fireplace, meticulously landscaped gardens, and updated kitchen as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$9,328/month
Principal & Interest$7,330
Property Tax$1,498
Insurance$499
Down payment20% ($299,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.19% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,198,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1924
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Electric
CoolingNone
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot5,749 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleTudor
Year built1924
Stories2
Systems
HeatingFireplace, Forced Air, Electric
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
ConstructionBrick, Wood Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Sewer Connected
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached Garage, Off Street
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished
Fireplaces1
Lot5,749 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodMagnolia
Annual tax$11,933
Parcel5037300115
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Dining Room
Appliances
Dishwasher_
Dryer
Refrigerator_
StoveRange_
Washer
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
StoveRange
Flooring
Hardwood
Carpet
Heating
Fireplace
Forced Air
Electric
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Main Level: 1
Fireplace
Windows
Double Pane/Storm Window
Skylight(s)
Exterior Features
Parking
Detached Garage
Off Street
Construction
Brick
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Hardwood
Wall to Wall Carpet
Double Pane/Storm Window
Dining Room
Skylight(s)
Sprinkler System
Fireplace
Lot Features
Curbs
Paved
Sidewalk
Cable TV
Fenced-Partially
High Speed Internet
Sprinkler System
Views
Sound
Territorial
Room details
2 rooms detailed
Bedroom
SecondBedroom
LowerListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market913
Est. value$1,633,600
Est. rent$5,777/mo
Tax rate0.82%
Price/sqft$522
On marketJul 25, 2023
PostedJun 26, 2023
Last sold$1,498,000
MLS statusSold
MLS updatedOct 7, 2023
Tour days6
Views5
How are the schools in Seattle?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Seattle, WA, 98199
Price history
15 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 6, 2023Sold$1,498,000$522NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 7, 2023Pending Sale$1,498,000$522NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 23, 2023Price Change$1,498,000$522NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 24, 2023Price Change$1,540,000$537NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 26, 2023Listed For Sale$1,590,000$554NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 25, 2021Listing Removed——Zillow Rental Manager
Oct 10, 2021Price Change$5,200$2Zillow Rental Manager
Sep 30, 2021Listed For Rent$5,500$2Zillow Rental Manager
Nov 26, 2018Sold$1,067,500$372NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 24, 2018Pending Sale$1,085,000$378Wall Street Group
Oct 20, 2018Price Change$1,085,000$378Wall Street Group
Sep 30, 2018Price Change$1,184,500$413Wall Street Group
Sep 13, 2018Price Change$1,350,000$470ZipRealty Residential Brokerage - Zip - Seattle
Aug 3, 2018Listed For Sale$1,425,000$497ZipRealty Residential Brokerage - Zip - Seattle
Apr 29, 2005Sold$635,000$221NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$1,498,000
Oct 6, 2023•$522/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,498,000
Sep 7, 2023•$522/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$1,498,000
Aug 23, 2023•$522/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$1,540,000
Jul 24, 2023•$537/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,590,000
Jun 26, 2023•$554/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Oct 25, 2021•Zillow Rental Manager
Price Change$5,200
Oct 10, 2021•$2/sqft•Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent$5,500
Sep 30, 2021•$2/sqft•Zillow Rental Manager
Sold$1,067,500
Nov 26, 2018•$372/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,085,000
Oct 24, 2018•$378/sqft•Wall Street Group
Price Change$1,085,000
Oct 20, 2018•$378/sqft•Wall Street Group
Price Change$1,184,500
Sep 30, 2018•$413/sqft•Wall Street Group
Price Change$1,350,000
Sep 13, 2018•$470/sqft•ZipRealty Residential Brokerage - Zip - Seattle
Listed For Sale$1,425,000
Aug 3, 2018•$497/sqft•ZipRealty Residential Brokerage - Zip - Seattle
Sold$635,000
Apr 29, 2005•$221/sqft•NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
21 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2024$13,086$1,338,000
Apr 7, 2023$12,256$1,273,000
Apr 7, 2022$11,933$1,385,000
Apr 7, 2021$10,592$1,126,000
Apr 7, 2020$10,115$1,020,000
Apr 7, 2019$10,460$1,071,000
Apr 7, 2018$9,099$1,034,000
Apr 7, 2017$10,763$1,074,000
Apr 7, 2016$7,384$979,000
Apr 7, 2015$7,384$883,000
Apr 7, 2014$7,384$757,000
Apr 7, 2013$7,384$727,000
Apr 7, 2012—$610,000
Apr 7, 2011—$552,000
Apr 7, 2010—$584,000
Apr 7, 2009—$584,000
Apr 7, 2007—$561,000
Apr 7, 2006—$535,000
Apr 7, 2005—$494,000
Apr 7, 2001$4,341$370,000
Apr 7, 2000$4,325$349,000
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Local context around this listing
Seattle, WA • King County
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
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