1220 E John St, Seattle, WA 98102
Enter into a light-filled atrium - can be used as a home office.
Bedroom 2 is light filled - our daughter's art work has been removed and this room has been freshly painted.
OFF MARKET

$972,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 3, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,617 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,617 sqft

1220 E John St, Seattle, WA 98102

Capitol Hill

Home Highlights

Property Type
Townhouse
Living Area
1,617 sqft
Price/Sqft
$601

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1220 E John St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Bright and light filled modern townhome with spectacular views of downtown Seattle, the Space Needle, and the Olympic Mountains. Great walkability to everything Capitol Hill has to offer: 6 minute walk to the Light Rail, Cal Anderson Park, Broadway, and 15th Ave, 13 minute walk to Volunteer Park. Hardwood floors throughout, except the carpeted basement bedroom. All three bedrooms have their own bathrooms (primary bedroom has bathroom en-suite), spacious closets, and large windows. Modern energy efficient appliances including induction stove and mini split AC/heat and in-unit washer and dryer. Floor to ceiling windows/doors in the top story living-dining-kitchen with fabulous city and mountain views, balconies on both sides of the unit, and easy access up to the gorgeous roof deck to enjoy the sunset views. All-weather Timber-Tech decking was newly installed in 2025. Bonus is the dry storage area in the basement (185 sf). This townhome has one dedicated off-street parking space.

Lease starts with a one year mimimum, followed by month-to-month unless otherwise agreed upon. First and last month's rent and deposit are due upon signing. All utilities are paid by tenants. Non smoking home. Cats permitted.
1220 E John St, Seattle, WA 98102 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,617 sqft townhouse in Capitol Hill. It last sold for $840,000 on Aug 28, 2015 (17,043% above the $4,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2026 with an asking price of $4,900 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 28, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $972,200, with a rent estimate of $4,727/month.

Home Details for 1220 E John St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Townhouse

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 1220 E John St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
219 12th Ave E, Seattle, WA
0.06
Townhouse
$925,000
07/16/26
3
2
1,500 sqft
224A 12th Ave E, Seattle, WA
0.10
Townhouse
$1,080,000
11/18/25
3
2.5
2,020 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Seattle

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,727/mo
Average rent
$2.18K
$48MoM
Available listings
4347
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Neighborhood Overview

Capitol Hill
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What Locals Say about Capitol Hill

At least 182 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 73 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 39 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say it's quiet

  • 32 % Say there are community events

  • 29 % Say there's wildlife

  • 28 % Say parking is easy

  • 26 % Say car is needed

  • 25 % Say kids play outside

  • 25 % Say yards are well-kept

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  • Farid H.
    "People are friendly, there are a lot of parks and it is a very different vibe from the main downtown areas"
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  • Rodolfo Penagos Ruiz
    "I like that there’s a beautiful park, neighbors are very frindely, and it’s pet friendly. I recommend this neighborhood."
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  • Rodolfo Penagos Ruiz
    "I like that there is Good food near this place. Also the neighborhood feels safe and it’s pet friendly."
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  • Trulia User
    "Mostly friendly dogs and their friendly humans. Plenty of places to explore with lots of new smells everyday "
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  • Test u.
    ""Capitol Hill is great for a diverse group of neighbors. Tons of coffee shops, restaurants, dive bars, and other activities in the area. ""
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  • Nathan Conn
    "Dogs are on their leash here since it’s busier but in the parks they can still be off leash which has led to arguments and fights "
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  • Jared Wunderlich
    "Capitol Hill is great for a diverse group of neighbors. Tons of coffee shops, restaurants, dive bars, and other activities in the area. "
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  • Destani Wiltz
    "Street parking is a big challenge, parking tickets and people hit your car parked on the street. There’s a lot of traffic in this area"
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog owners are pretty respectful and mindful of what their dogs can or cannot do with other dogs. There are. Lot of little dogs who dislike larger dogs. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Several areas to let dog run and play with other dogs. Upper Capitol Hill is more neighborly due to less apartment buildings "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a great combination of historical houses, parks, walkability and nearby businesses and restaurants that you make this a lively community"
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    "I've lived here for a year. I can walk everywhere I need to go. Grocery shopping, work, or entertainment. Very walkable."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a nice area for dogs if you’re near volunteer park, Cal Anderson is also dog friendly but that park is a little sketch and small."
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    "Dog owners would like that everyone in this entire neighborhood owns a dog and they all walk them at the same time. They also all leave their dog poop behind."
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  • Trulia User
    "Much of the northeastern area is very residential. Mostly north of East Thomas and East of 15th Ave. Going southwest of that you see a lot more apartments."
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  • Trulia User
    "Old hip place to be. Not so much anymore. Some cool bars still. Few good restaurants. Lots of of homeless and druggie s"
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  • Trulia User
    "Sidewalks are Horribly kept here. Accessibility in that regard is terrible. Also no one sweeps their sidewalks, so they get covered in gross wet clumps of leaves and petals in the fall and spring. And people love to let their dogs poop everywhere and never pick it up 👌"
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  • Trulia User
    "Genuinely good access to public transit, though steep hills and poorly kept can make the area inaccessible to disabled folks like myself."
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  • Trulia User
    "Seeing more and more parents in the neighborhood but still primarily dominated by singles with great night life & events. But plenty of parks, I see a lot of kids playing at Cal Anderson so the time! I hear the public schools are good too. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There’s a dog park close by and tons of extra doggie bags dispensers around. There’s dog parks within a few blocks and lots of dog friendly businesses"
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  • Trulia User
    "this is a very nice area, secure and walkable, there are a lot of public places, transportation and restaurants."
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  • Trulia User
    "There’s a lot of busses that go all over the city! It has great access to transportation. I have lived here for over 4 years."
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  • Trulia User
    "Most streets are shaded for long walks. Lots of small parks nearby. Most dogs walking around are friendly or not friendly dogs are easily avoided "
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  • Trulia User
    "Capitol Hill is a nice neighborhood. very walkable with lots of public transit. I love being able to walk out and go to a restaurant without getting in a car. as long as if you stay away from Broadway or Pike pine, you can find a nice quiet spot"
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  • Trulia User
    "Currently telecommuting but the commute wasn’t too bad from here to Lower Queen Anne in 2019 and early 2020. "
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  • Trulia User
    "the commute to my work is great to my office in downtown; also very convenient to run several errands in a short amount of time"
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  • Trulia User
    "Most of the neighborhoods on the north side are safe, quiet, & well maintained. I would steer clear of renting or purchasing in any areas south of Cap Hill (minus Leschi, which is nice)."
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  • Trulia User
    "I love the 100-year-old houses with established gardens. Everyone here is friendly and the neighborhood feels safe and laid back. There are great restaurants within walking distance and everything you need is nearby. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Walk from capitol hill downtown on pine/pike or bus downtown, normally the 2 madison or the 10/11. I only take lightrail to airport"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s green and I like the access to public transportation downtown. There are a lot of streets to walk down. Barely any street parking"
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  • Aasliaras
    "I live in North Cap Hill I think it’s pretty different than Cap Hill center. It’s still very close to happenings but also very residential and green."
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  • Aasliaras
    "Very green on North Cap Hill neighborhood. Walking distance to Volunteer Park. Access to coffee shops and restaurants. Everyone is polite"
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  • Ce M.
    "It’s a very community oriented area. There’s LOTS of trick or treating in the area. So big that on 16th and 17th Ave the streets are blocked of for trick or treating. The houses are very festive and fun!"
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  • Tatiana
    "I can’t really say much for parents. I don’t have kids and I rarely see families around here, but there are a few here and there. Absolutely none in my apartment building. I don’t even know where the schools are around here, besides the community college lol. Honestly, I would move out of Capitol Hill if I wanted to raise a family. "
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  • Alexis M.
    "There are is a lot of awesome parks and lots of family friendly areas. It’s pretty safe as long as you stay away from the major bar/restaurant scenes. "
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  • Sarah H. P.
    "Very convenient for shopping, bars, restaurants, and public transportation access. Can be loud depending on street location "
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  • Sam C. B.
    "You could raise your kids in a diff neighborhood. Not many families with kids unless they are crazy rich "
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  • Alex C.
    "The Capitol Hill block party and concert is an amazing annual event. This year Lizzo was the headliner, but it’s really a neighborhood vibe. "
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  • Sitameredith
    "I work here during the night and most of the time the neighborhood is quiet. There’s a park outside the area where some homeless people sleep but it’s not always occupied with homeless people."
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  • Mjbizdev
    "Volunteer park has frequent interesting outdoor events. Both musical art and technology things which draws a nice group. People are active in the summer"
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 28, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,900
Apr 24, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,900
Dec 21, 2022
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Dec 16, 2022
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$4,350
Price decreased by 5%
Dec 12, 2022
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,600

Frequently asked questions about 1220 E John St

  • What is 1220 E John St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1220 E John St in Seattle, WA is $972,200.
  • What is the price history for 1220 E John St?
    1220 E John St in Seattle, WA last sold for $840,000 in August 2015.
  • Is Seattle a buyer's or seller's market?
    Seattle is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Seattle?
    The median sale price in Seattle is $686K. That is down $172K from the prior month.
  • Does 1220 E John St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1220 E John St in Seattle, WA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1220 E John St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1220 E John St in Seattle, WA has in-unit laundry.

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