1908 E Madison Street, Seattle, WA 98122
FOR SALE
Listed by Andrea Hettinga Kearns, COMPASS, (206) 778-4573

$1,550,000

    1908 E Madison Street, Seattle, WA 98122

    Capitol Hill
    Est. Mortgage $9,627/mo*
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    Home Highlights

    Lot/Land

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around 1908 E Madison Street.
    • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    Prime buildable 5384 sq ft lot on Capitol Hill, offering incredible potential in a highly sought-after area. Zoned NC3P75 (M), it allows for up to 75 feet tall of future development (6-7 stories), making it ideal for a mixed-use project. Future building can be used as apartments, condos, office space, hotel, grocery or retail. The possibilities are endless! The current structure on the land is 2802 sq ft that was taken down to the studs in 1995. It was previously used as a law office for many years with 10 rooms, 2 bathrooms and an apartment in the basement with a separate entrance that includes a full kitchen. There is also a parking lot in the back that can fit 4 cars. Lots of options for adaptive reuse or redevelopment. Located in a high demand area near major transit routes, shopping, and dining, with easy access to downtown Seattle and surrounding neighborhoods. This site offers unparalleled convenience for future residents and businesses. A prime opportunity to build in an established and high demand community! Seller open to owner financing.

    Home Details for 1908 E Madison Street

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available
    Fireplace & Spa
    No Fireplace
    Gas & Electric
    Electric: On PropertyGas: On PropertyHas Electric on Property
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    No View

    Exterior Features

    Parking & Garage
    No Carport
    Frontage
    Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: On Property
    Farm & Range
    Does Not Include Irrigation Water Rights
    Surface & Elevation
    Topography: LevelElevation Units: Feet

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved LandArchitecture: Comm/Industrial
    Property Information
    Usage of Home: Commercial, Multi-Family, Office, Residential, RetailParcel Number: 3325049001

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $1,550,000
    Status Change & Dates
    Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Active

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: SeattleCommunity: Capitol Hill
    School Information
    High School District: Seattle

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 2581574

    Community

    Not Senior Community

    HOA

    HOA Fee: No HOA Fee

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 5384.016 sqft

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: Standard

    Offer

    Listing Terms: Conventional

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 2581574Offer Review: Seller intends to review offers upon receiptShowing Requirements: Call Listing Office, See Remarks

    Additional Information

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    Neighborhood Overview

    Capitol Hill
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    What Locals Say about Capitol Hill

    This October

    Trick-or-Treat Score

    Built from what locals say about Capitol Hill.
    • 94% say there are sidewalks
    • 52% say neighbors are friendly
    • 48% say there's holiday spirit
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    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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    Market trends in Capitol Hill

    Last updated September 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $825K
    $53.34K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
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    Price per sq ft
    $604
    $12    MoM
    Available listings
    148
    4    MoM
    Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

    Home Value

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    Nearby home prices

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    Status
    1908 E Madison St #TXLT1, Seattle, WA 98122
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    Off Market
    1908 E Madison St #1, Seattle, WA 98122
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    1916 E Madison St, Seattle, WA 98122
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    1916 E Madison St #0b35aa36e, Seattle, WA 98122
    0.02
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    1
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    556
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    1916 E Madison St #408, Seattle, WA 98122
    0.02
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    556
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    1916 E Madison St #511, Seattle, WA 98122
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    556
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    1916 E Madison St #607, Seattle, WA 98122
    0.02
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    1
    556
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    1916 E Madison St #0b35aa36e, Seattle, WA 98122
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    1916 E Madison St #6c97f8107, Seattle, WA 98122
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    1916 E Madison St #mx2qr7aeb, Seattle, WA 98122
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    566
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    1722 19th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
    0.02
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    41,499
    Off Market
    1722 19th Ave #1B-1Ba, Seattle, WA 98122
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    1722 19th Ave #510, Seattle, WA 98122
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    1722 19th Ave #205, Seattle, WA 98122
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    1722 19th Ave #304, Seattle, WA 98122
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    1722 19th Ave #305, Seattle, WA 98122
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    1722 19th Ave #303, Seattle, WA 98122
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    1722 19th Ave #308, Seattle, WA 98122
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    1722 19th Ave #404, Seattle, WA 98122
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    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Sep 11, 2026
    Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2581574
    		Listed For Sale
    $1,550,000

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    Agent Phone: (206) 778-4573
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    Frequently asked questions about 1908 E Madison Street

    • How big is 1908 E Madison Street?
      1908 E Madison Street in Seattle, WA is about 0.12 acres (5,384 sq ft).
    • What is the price per acre for 1908 E Madison Street?
      1908 E Madison Street in Seattle, WA is listed at $1,550,000, or about $12.5M per acre.
    • What do residents say about the Capitol Hill neighborhood?
      Residents describe the Capitol Hill neighborhood in Seattle, WA as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Capitol Hill, Seattle.
    • What are the closest schools to 1908 E Madison Street?
      The closest schools to 1908 E Madison Street in Seattle, WA are Edmonds S. Meany Middle School (rated 5/10), Garfield High School (rated 8/10), Stevens Elementary School (rated 8/10).
    • Does 1908 E Madison Street have irrigation?
      Yes, 1908 E Madison Street in Seattle, WA has irrigation.
    1908 E Madison Street, Seattle, WA 98122 is a lot/land. 1908 E Madison Street is located in Capitol Hill, Seattle. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Sep 11, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 2581574.