521 20th Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98112
SOLD
NOV 6, 2025
Listed by Deirdre G. Doyle, Windermere Real Estate Midtown, (206) 527-5445 . Bought with Marketplace Sotheby's Intl Rty

521 20th Avenue E
Seattle, WA 98112

Capitol Hill
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,188 sqft

$990,000

Last Sold: Nov 6, 2025
1% below list $998K
$452/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,608/mo*
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$990,000

Last Sold: Nov 6, 2025
1% below list $998K
$452/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,608/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
2,188 sqft

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Description

Welcome to this in-city 2 plus bedroom, 2 bath 1908 farmhouse lovingly updated with a European aesthetic: open floorplan, soaring ceilings, and clean lines. Upon entering the living room basks in natural light, with a built-in daybed and sweet tile fireplace. The kitchen was opened to create a great room for both dining and lounging. The bedroom on this level was reconfigured as a library/office with attached full bath. Upstairs you will find a gracious landing which extends to two bedrooms, large walk-in closet and 3/4 bath awash in marble and glass. The basement level offers lots of storage and laundry room. Right around the corner you will find an established neighborhood pea-patch, Miller playfield and destination restaurants and shops!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 07, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$452/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Deirdre G. Doyle
Windermere Real Estate Midtown
Kristin Ellis
Windermere Real Estate Midtown
Bought with: Allan D. Ponio, Marketplace Sotheby's Intl Rty
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#2438447

Home Details for 521 20th Avenue E

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Three Quarter, Den Office, Dining Room, Entry Hall, Kitchen Without Eating Space, Living Room, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2188 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Xfinity, XfinityAppliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s), Water Heater Location: Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Fireplace,Forced Air,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Fireplace
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, FireplaceHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: French DoorsFlooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Marble, Softwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: MainFloors: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Marble, Softwood
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In PantryFoundation: Poured Concrete
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo Attached GarageNo Open ParkingParking: Off Street
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Public Utilities
Farm & Range
Does Not Include Irrigation Water Rights
Surface & Elevation
Topography: LevelElevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 121

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1908
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: See Remarks
Building
Building Name: Longfellow AddConstruction Materials: See Remarks
Property Information
Condition: GoodIncluded in Sale: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)Parcel Number: 4400200070

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $998,000Price Per Sqft: $452/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Nov 06 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: SeattleCommunity: Capitol Hill
School Information
Elementary School: StevensJr High / Middle School: Meany MidHigh School: Garfield HighHigh School District: Seattle

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2188 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2543.904 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 2438447Offer Review: Seller intends to review offers upon receiptShowing Requirements: MLS Keybox, Vacant

Price History for 521 20th Avenue E

DatePriceEventSource
11/06/2025$990,000Sold
NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2438447
10/07/2025$998,000PendingNWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2438447
09/26/2025$998,000Listed For SaleNWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2438447
03/03/2011$479,000Sold
NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #170694
01/16/2011$489,921Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/22/2003$345,000Sold
NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #23128354
12/09/2002$369,950Sold
N/A
07/12/1995$201,500Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$10,672
Assessment$1,110,000
Home facts updated by county records

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1,140
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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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  • 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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  • Alexis M.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for one year and I love it. It’s central to all off Seattle and has great parks for walking the dog or taking walks. "
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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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521 20th Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98112 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,188 sqft single-family home built in 1908. 521 20th Avenue E is located in Capitol Hill, Seattle. This property is not currently available for sale. 521 20th Avenue E was last sold on Nov 6, 2025 for $990,000 (1% lower than the asking price of $998,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 521 20th Avenue E is $983,500.