511 17th Ave E #513, Seattle, WA 98112
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$627,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 15, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,500 sqft

511 17th Ave E #513, Seattle, WA 98112

Capitol Hill

Home Highlights

Townhouse
1,500 sqft
$418/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

1940's townhouse in classic brick building with 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom; approx 1000 sq ft of living space plus a 500 sq ft unfinished basement; hardwood floors & high ceilings, and lots of natural light; recently updated kitchen (refinished cabinets, new floor, new sink) with gas range and dishwasher; new paint, new blinds; walk-in closets; washer/dryer in basement.

Parking spot in alley included in rent.

Rent is $2950/month, which includes water, sewer & garbage, as well as landscaping for the shared courtyard. Other utilities are paid for by the tenant. 12-month lease required. First month's rent and deposit of $2500 due at lease signing.

NO PETS

please be aware:
this townhouse has shared walls with two other units and noise does carry
the HOA currently requires us to keep the original single-paned aluminum windows

Requirements for Renters
September 2024

Personal Information:
A rental application must be fully completed by each adult applicant
All information on the rental application(s) and lease(s) must be truthful
Valid photo ID is required for each adult
A working cellular phone number and email address is required for each adult applying
References:
Current and former property managers and employers must confirm the information provided on the rental application (in a timely manner)
Property managers must confirm that the tenant keeps current rental premises in good condition and that rent has been paid on time and is up to date
Rent & Income check
Previous monthly rent (for all adults on lease combined) must be at least 75% of the new rent amount OR verified monthly income (for all adults on lease) must be twice the amount of rent due each month
Credit Check, Background Check, Sex Offender Registry Check:
These will be required for each potential renter (may be submitted after other references have been checked)
Potential renters may be disqualified if credit score is low or if renter has a record of evictions
Potential renters may be disqualified if there is a history of criminal activity or if renter has been convicted of a crime that could endanger other residents
Potential renter must submit info and pay a fee through Zillow Rentals to complete credit and background checks. Recently completed credit & background checks from other sources may be accepted by the landlord on a case-by-case basis. Please ask.
A 12-month lease is required.
Rent:
$2950/month
1st month's rent is due at lease signing and the check must clear the bank when deposited
Security deposit:
$2500 (fully refundable if terms of lease are met, and unit is undamaged and in good condition at move-out)
Security deposit must be paid 7 days before renters move in.
Utilities:
Rent includes water/sewer/garbage
Other utilities must be paid by the renter
Lease start date:
Will be mutually agreed upon by renter and property owner
It cannot be later than October 15, 2024
Maximum number of tenants for this unit:
2
Please note:
No pets are allowed
No smoking is allowed on premises, including no marijuana smoking or vaping
511 17th Ave E #513, Seattle, WA 98112 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,500 sqft townhouse in Capitol Hill. It last sold for $187,500 on Mar 25, 1998 (6,256% above the $2,950 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2024 with an asking price of $2,950 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 28, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $627,000, with a rent estimate of $3,700/month.

Home Details for 511 17th Ave E #513

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Townhouse

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 511 17th Ave E #513

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
119 18th Ave E, Seattle, WA
0.33
Townhouse
$785,000
09/22/25
2
2
1,200 sqft
418B 19th Ave E, Seattle, WA
0.39
Townhouse
$725,000
12/05/25
2
2
1,100 sqft
1806 E Mercer St, Seattle, WA
0.12
Townhouse
$1,335,000
07/17/26
3
2
1,720 sqft
1808 E Mercer St, Seattle, WA
0.12
Townhouse
$1,375,000
07/06/26
3
2
1,720 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Capitol Hill

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$3,700/mo
Average rent
$1.76K
$41MoM
Available listings
448
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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 thereā€™s a beautiful park, neighbors are very frindely, and itā€™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 itā€™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 itā€™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. Thereā€™s a lot of traffic in this area"
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    "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
    "Itā€™s a nice area for dogs if youā€™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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    "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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    "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 šŸ‘Œ"
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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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    "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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    "Thereā€™s a dog park close by and tons of extra doggie bags dispensers around. Thereā€™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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    "Thereā€™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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    "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 wasnā€™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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    "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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    "Itā€™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 itā€™s pretty different than Cap Hill center. Itā€™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.
    "Itā€™s a very community oriented area. Thereā€™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 canā€™t really say much for parents. I donā€™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 donā€™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. Itā€™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 itā€™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. Thereā€™s a park outside the area where some homeless people sleep but itā€™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
Sep 28, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,950
Sep 12, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,950
Mar 25, 1998
Source: N/A
Sold
$187,500

Frequently asked questions about 511 17th Ave E #513

  • What is 511 17th Ave E #513 estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 511 17th Ave E #513 in Seattle, WA is $627,000.
  • What is the price history for 511 17th Ave E #513?
    511 17th Ave E #513 in Seattle, WA last sold for $187,500 in March 1998.
  • Is Seattle a buyer's or seller's market?
    Seattle is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Seattle?
    The median sale price in Seattle is $772K. That is up $85.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 511 17th Ave E #513 have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 511 17th Ave E #513 in Seattle, WA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 511 17th Ave E #513 have parking?
    Yes, 511 17th Ave E #513 in Seattle, WA has on-site parking.

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