1208 E Newton St

Seattle, WA 98102

$1,899,000
Price
4
Beds
3,394 Sq. Ft.
$560 / Sq. Ft.
3,394
Sq. Ft.
$560
per Sq. Ft.
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Listing provided courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Midtown
Source: Northwest MLS

Description

Classic 1914 Foursquare on a quiet North Capitol Hill street, blending timeless charm with modern comfort and amazing views. Enjoy sweeping vistas of Lake Union, Lake Washington, and the full mountain lineup from the Olympics to the Cascades. A short walk to neighborhood parks, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home sits on a 4,000 sq ft lot and offers a rare two-car garage with flex outdoor space above and potential to build up, plus a fully fenced front yard—perfect for BBQs, entertaining, and pets. Hardwoods...Classic 1914 Foursquare on a quiet North Capitol Hill street, blending timeless charm with modern comfort and amazing views. Enjoy sweeping vistas of Lake Union, Lake Washington, and the full mountain lineup from the Olympics to the Cascades. A short walk to neighborhood parks, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home sits on a 4,000 sq ft lot and offers a rare two-car garage with flex outdoor space above and potential to build up, plus a fully fenced front yard—perfect for BBQs, entertaining, and pets. Hardwoods run throughout the home, complemented by fresh interior paint and new carpet. High ceilings enhance the sense of space and light. The main floor features a charming den/office, a cozy fireplace, an open flow from the kitchen to the dining room, and a bonus library-sitting room—ideal for reading, relaxing, or hosting intimate gatherings. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes an ensuite bath and sweeping views of the lakes and mountains. A full second bath serves the additional three bedrooms. The unfinished basement is a blank canvas ready to become a media room, gym, or additional living space. A special opportunity to own a classic Capitol Hill home with iconic views, a sought after street, and future potential.
  1. Listed by Leigh Canlis • Windermere Real Estate Midtown

Property Details for 1208 East Newton Street

Community Name
Capitol Hill
School District
Seattle
View
Lake, Mountain(s), Territorial
Number of Assigned Spaces
2
Total Covered Parking
2
Offers Review Date
02-10-2026
Entry Date
02-05-2026
Energy Source
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 02/06/2026 10:15 AM

Property Details for 1208 East Newton Street

StatusActive
MLS #2475981
Days on Market3
Cumulative Days on Market3
Taxes$13,675 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1914
Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,000 SF
CountyKing County

Location

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Building Information for 1208 East Newton Street

Stories-Year Built1914Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,000 SF

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$10,395 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,255

Property Taxes

$1,140

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1208 East Newton Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Gated Entry, High Speed Internet, Patio
  • Area: 390 - Central Seattle
  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle Or Junior School: Buyer To Verify
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • Directions: GPS Works. Parking is best on the west side of Newton, past 12th.
  • Bus Route Number: 70
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 0
  • Full Baths Upper: 1
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 1
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 1
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 0
  • Bedrooms Upper: 4
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Laminate, Slate, Carpet
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Features: Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Fireplace, Walk-In Pantry, Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: Basement
  • Room and Floor: Den/Office-Main, Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-None, Utility Room-Lower, Bathroom Full-None, Bathroom Three Quarter-None, Bathroom Half-Main, Bedroom-None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Radiator
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Hot Water Heater
  • Room List: Den/Office, Dining Room, Entry Hall, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Three Quarter, Bathroom Half, Bedroom
  • Number Of Showers: 2
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Brick, Stone, Wood
  • Roof: Composition, Torch Down
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Partially Fenced, Security Gate
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Seattle City Light
  • Sewer Company: Seattle Public Utilities
  • Water Company: Seattle Public Utilities
  • Power Production Type: Natural Gas
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: Two
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Appraisal
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 39
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40x100
  • Lot Size Source: Realist
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 8670900080
  • Building Condition: Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 3394
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 2358
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 1036
  • Building Area Total: 3394.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No
  • Total Actual Rent: $7,000

Property History for 1208 East Newton Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2475981

$1,899,000—
Oct 12, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474433322

$1,715,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/05/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2475981

$1,899,000
10/12/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474433322

$1,715,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1208 East Newton Street

Taxable ValueLand$875,000Additions$548,000Total$1,423,000
Tax Record2024$12,095 ($1,008 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.2Total Finished SqFt2,300 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt2,300 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1914ZoningNR3CountyKINGAPN867090-0080Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1208 East Newton Street

This home is within Seattle Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Montlake Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Edmonds S. Meany Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Garfield High School
Public - 9 to 12
Special Education Service School
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Montlake Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Edmonds S. Meany Middle School
Public6 to 8

Garfield High School
Public9 to 12

Special Education Service School
PublicPK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1208 East Newton Street, Seattle, WA 98102

1208 East Newton Street is a single family home for sale in Seattle, WA 98102. This property was listed for sale on February 5, 2026 by Windermere Real Estate Midtown, it's currently listed at $1,899,000. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on October 12, 2021. This listing's school district is Seattle Public Schools. Nearby schools include Montlake Elementary School, Edmonds S. Meany Middle School and Garfield High School. 1208 East Newton Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,394 sqft single family home built in 1914.

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