525 E Roy Street, Seattle, WA 98102
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FOR SALE
Listed by Dan S. Swanson, Kidder Mathews

$2,930,000

Original price: $3,195,000
  • 15 Beds
  • 11 Baths
  • 9,986 sqft

525 E Roy Street, Seattle, WA 98102

Capitol Hill
Est. Mortgage $17,909/mo*
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1957
$293/sqft
6 Parking Spaces

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 525 E Roy Street.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Corner-lot capitol hill locationUpdated windowsSecured entry
Excellent corner-lot Capitol Hill location within blocks of the Harvard-Belmont Landmark District, and walking distance to Downtown, South Lake Union, Volunteer Park, Cal Anderson Park, and the trendy retail corridors of Broadway, Pike/Pine, and 15th Ave E. Turnkey opportunity with stable occupancy and a 6.0% cap rate and 10.1 GRM. Walker’s Paradise Walk Score of 90 - incredible walking access to an abundance of restaurants, shops, grocery stores, parks, Link light rail station, and multiple bus routes. Upside potential - likely opportunity to raise rents to market levels and increase charges for parking and utility bill-backs to achieve a 6.5% cap rate and 9.5 GRM. Parking spaces for 6 vehicles. Excellent unit mix featuring five 2-bed/1-bath units, five 1-bed/1-bath units, and one studio unit - average square footage of 684. Substantial building upgrades including major plumbing and electrical updates to most units, bathroom improvements to more than half of the units, dishwashers and updated kitchens in the two-bed units, and in-unit laundry in 9 of the 11 units. Desirable features including updated windows, secured entry, spacious floor plans with dining areas and large closets, scenic views from select units, and a common laundry room with 10 storage lockers.

Home Details for 525 E Roy Street

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 15Number of Bathrooms: 11
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 9986 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,ElectricNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Thermal Windows
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 3
View
Has a ViewView: City, Lake, Partial

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Flat
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 6No CarportNo Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6
Frontage
Road Frontage: AlleyNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Sewer Connected
Farm & Range
Does Not Include Irrigation Water Rights
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi FamilyStructure Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: 10+ Units
Building
Construction Materials: Metal/Vinyl
Property Information
Usage of Home: Multi-FamilyParcel Number: 6848200380

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,930,000Price Per Sqft: $293
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 2524172

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 9986 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 11

HOA

HOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5519.052 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Thermal Windows

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 2524172Offer Review: Seller intends to review offers upon receiptWater ViewWater View: LakeShowing Requirements: Appointment Only, Call Listing Office

Additional Information

Internet Entire Listing Display YN C

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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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Market trends in Capitol Hill

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$772K
$85.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$592
$19MoM
Available listings
152
13MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.77M
Since last month
Decreased$125K (-4.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$291K (-9.5%)
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 decreased by -10% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$2.77M
August 2026$2.9M
July 2026$2.94M
June 2026$2.96M
May 2026$3.06M

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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
601 E Roy Street, Seattle, WA 98102
0.03
$3,150,500
Studio
-
10,130
Off Market
710 Belmont E #306, Seattle, WA 98102
0.02
$346,100
1
1
712
Off Market
601 Belmont Avenue E #D3, Seattle, WA 98102
0.02
$525,000
1
1
806
For Sale
601 Belmont Avenue E #D6, Seattle, WA 98102
0.02
$494,700
1
1
806
Off Market
601 Belmont Avenue E #E4, Seattle, WA 98102
0.02
$430,000
2
1
806
Recently Sold
601 Belmont Avenue E #B2, Seattle, WA 98102
0.02
$625,000
2
2
1,113
For Sale
601 Belmont Avenue E #B9, Seattle, WA 98102
0.02
$1,085,000
2
2
1,113
Recently Sold
601 Belmont Avenue E #F7, Seattle, WA 98102
0.02
$650,000
2
2
1,125
Recently Sold
721 Boylston Avenue E #101, Seattle, WA 98102
0.05
$556,400
1
1
836
Off Market
715 Boylston Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98102
0.05
$1,070,800
3
3
1,515
Off Market
710 Belmont E #302, Seattle, WA 98102
0.05
$476,400
2
1
877
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 16, 2026
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2524172
PriceChange
$2,930,000
Price decreased by 8%
May 14, 2026
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2524172
Listed For Sale
$3,195,000
May 19, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,895
Mar 6, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,395

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Dan S. Swanson, Kidder Mathews
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Frequently asked questions about 525 E Roy Street

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 525 E Roy Street?
    Based on a $2,930,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 525 E Roy Street in Seattle, WA is approximately $17,932 (about $15,855 principal & interest, $2,002 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 525 E Roy Street compare to homes in Seattle?
    525 E Roy Street in Seattle, WA is listed at $2,930,000, about 280% above the $772K median sale price in Seattle.
  • 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 525 E Roy Street?
    The closest schools to 525 E Roy Street in Seattle, WA are Edmonds S. Meany Middle School (rated 5/10), Garfield High School (rated 8/10), Lowell Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 3/10).
  • Does 525 E Roy Street have parking?
    Yes, 525 E Roy Street in Seattle, WA has on-site parking.
525 E Roy Street, Seattle, WA 98102 is a 15 bedroom, 11 bathroom, 9,986 sqft multi-family built in 1957. 525 E Roy 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 May 14, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 2524172.