1516 17th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
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OFF MARKET

$2,196,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,220 sqft

1516 17th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112

Capitol Hill
Est. Refi. Payment $12,810/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 24, 2014 for $1,325,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.2M
Since last month
Decreased$41K (-1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$23K (+1.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$871K (+65.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +33% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.2M
July 2026$2.24M
June 2026$2.24M
May 2026$2.23M
April 2026$2.17M
March 2026$2.18M
February 2026$2.18M
January 2026$2.1M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1506 17th Avenue E, Seattle, WA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$1,830,000
08/17/26
4
3.5
3,075
1204 17th Avenue E, Seattle, WA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,425,000
05/07/26
3
2.5
2,800
2077 E Howe Street, Seattle, WA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
06/29/26
4
2.5
3,080
1910 E Galer Street, Seattle, WA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,665,000
10/20/25
4
1.5
3,070
1229 18th Avenue E, Seattle, WA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$2,035,000
08/05/26
4
2
2,570
1242 16th Avenue E, Seattle, WA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,599,988
10/23/25
3
3.5
2,390
1119 19th Avenue E, Seattle, WA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$2,015,000
03/03/26
4
2.5
2,900
1131 19th Avenue E, Seattle, WA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,508,000
06/24/26
3
2.5
2,392
928 17th Avenue E, Seattle, WA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$2,300,000
04/27/26
4
2.5
3,103
2051 Interlaken Place E, Seattle, WA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,615,000
09/29/25
3
2.5
3,000

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1710 E Galer Street, Seattle, WA 98112
0.02
$1,813,500
6
3
3,780
Off Market
1506 17th Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98112
0.02
$1,830,000
4
3.5
3,075
Recently Sold
1724 E Galer Street, Seattle, WA 98112
0.04
$1,465,300
5
3
2,660
Off Market
1709 E Galer Street, Seattle, WA 98112
0.05
$1,187,600
4
2.5
1,600
Off Market
1250 17th Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98112
0.05
$2,052,400
5
3.5
3,900
Off Market
1530 16th Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98112
0.07
$1,745,100
3
2
2,527
Off Market
1550 16th Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98112
0.09
$1,156,000
4
2
2,440
Off Market
1229 18th Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98112
0.09
$2,035,000
4
2
2,570
Recently Sold
1910 E Galer Street, Seattle, WA 98112
0.14
$1,612,300
4
1.5
3,070
Off Market
1242 16th Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98112
0.09
$1,549,700
3
3.5
2,390
Off Market
1541 16th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
0.11
$1,929,900
3
2.5
4,360
Off Market
1247 16th Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98112
0.12
$1,795,500
3
2
2,620
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1905
Living Area
3,220 sqft
Price/Sqft
$682
Parking
Garage

About this House

Gracious half-timbered craftsman on wonderful street. Located two blocks from Volunteer Park. Extra large lot with rare, oversized two car garage and additional covered parking under deck. Built in 1905, the home was one of the first on the hill and originally belonged to the grocer who ran the store on the corner, now known and loved as Volunteer Park Café. Large rooms, original leaded-glass windows, high ceilings, four bedrooms on upper floor, huge finished basement. courtesy orvis and orvis real estate. Very well maintained. (Listing 6316787 Confirmed 6/8/2014.)
1516 17th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,220 sqft single-family home in Capitol Hill, built in 1905. It last sold for $1,325,000 on Jun 24, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,196,500, with a rent estimate of $7,093/month.

Home Details for 1516 17th Ave E

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905Year Updated: 2015
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Deck
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 24, 2014
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #634036
Sold
$1,325,000
May 12, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,250,000
Aug 24, 2010
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$995,000
Jul 11, 2010
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$995,000
Price decreased by 9%
May 23, 2010
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,095,000

Market trends in Capitol Hill

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$686K
$172KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$572
$7MoM
Available listings
139
3MoM

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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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 1516 17th Ave E

  • What is 1516 17th Ave E estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1516 17th Ave E in Seattle, WA is $2,196,500.
  • What is the price history for 1516 17th Ave E?
    1516 17th Ave E in Seattle, WA last sold for $1,325,000 in June 2014.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 1516 17th Ave E?
    The lot at 1516 17th Ave E in Seattle, WA is about 0.14 acres (6,280 sq ft).
  • Does 1516 17th Ave E have a garage?
    Yes, 1516 17th Ave E in Seattle, WA has a garage.

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