Last Sold Price
6 beds7,313 sqft$451/sqft
170 Prospect St, Seattle, WA 98109

Description

Come and see newly refreshed home, perched atop a double corner lot on the south-facing slope of Queen Anne, this 1905 masterpiece is one of Seattle's rare Mission Style landmarks. Commissioned by the lumber baron John Brace, this architectural jewel was crafted with old-growth timber from Brace's lumber mill and showcases extraordinary craftsmanship. Its significance is underscored by its 1980 recognition as a Seattle Historic Landmark, and its tenure as the French Consulate. Highlights include...Come and see newly refreshed home, perched atop a double corner lot on the south-facing slope of Queen Anne, this 1905 masterpiece is one of Seattle's rare Mission Style landmarks. Commissioned by the lumber baron John Brace, this architectural jewel was crafted with old-growth timber from Brace's lumber mill and showcases extraordinary craftsmanship. Its significance is underscored by its 1980 recognition as a Seattle Historic Landmark, and its tenure as the French Consulate. Highlights include coffered ceilings, 6 fireplaces, and top-level Space Needle views. The versatile layout includes a bedroom level with five bedrooms, upper level bonus room, and lower level guest suite. Covered front porch; top-of-the-line appliances.
LISTING CLOSED: 12/09/2024 12:00 AM

Listing Agents

  1. Mary Snyder

    Mary Snyder

    Listing Agent

    COMPASS

    P: (206) 271-1782

  2. Bob Bennion

    Bob Bennion

    Alternative Listing Agent

    COMPASS

    P: (206) 328-7200

Property Details for 170 Prospect Street

Status
MLS #
2285174
Days on Market
76
Cumulative Days on Market
181
Taxes
$46,977 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1905
Lot Size
0.23 AC / 10,200 SF
Buyer's Agent Compensation
2.5%
Community Name
Queen Anne
School District
Seattle
View
City, Mountain(s), Sound, Territorial
Number of Assigned Spaces
2
Total Covered Parking
2
Entry Date
09-03-2024
Energy Source
Natural Gas
Sewer
Sewer Connected

Location

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Building Information for 170 Prospect Street

Stories-Year Built1905Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,200 SF

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Property Information for 170 Prospect Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 15 - Multi Level
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Patio, RV Parking, Sprinkler System
  • Area: 700 - Queen Anne/Magnolia
  • Effective Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Directions: From Mercer Street, Turn right on Taylor, left on Prospect, House is on the right
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2024
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Garage-Detached, Off Street, RV Parking
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking
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Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Baths Lower: 1
  • Full Baths Main: 0
  • Full Baths Upper: 3
  • 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: 5
  • Bedrooms Lower: 1
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 6
  • Fireplaces Lower: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 3
  • Fireplaces Upper: 2
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Features: Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Ceramic Tile, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), Hardwood, Jetted Tub, Security System, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wall to Wall Carpet, Wine Cellar
  • Room and Floor: Primary Bedroom-Second, Entry Hall-Main, Bathroom Full-Second, Bathroom Full-Lower, Bathroom Half-Main, Bathroom Three Quarter-Second, Bedroom-Second, Bedroom-Lower, Utility Room-Lower, Dining Room-Lower, Living Room-Lower, Kitchen With Eating Space-Lower, Great Room-Second, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Den/Office-Main, Dining Room-Main, Living Room-Main, Bonus Room-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Disposal, Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom, Entry Hall, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Half, Bathroom Three Quarter, Bedroom, Utility Room, Dining Room, Living Room, Kitchen With Eating Space, Great Room, Den/Office, Bonus Room
  • Number Of Showers: 5
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Stucco, Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),See Remarks,Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: FullyFenced, SecuritySystem
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
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: Multi/Split
  • Lot Topography: Level
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Appraiser
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Year Built Effective: 1905
  • Photos Count: 17
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Curbs, Dead End Street, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Source: KCR
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 5457300940
  • Calculated Square Footage: 7313
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 7019
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 294
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 7313.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 170 Prospect Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 9, 2024

Sold

NWMLS #2285174

$3,300,000
Dec 8, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1546440880

$3,300,000
Nov 18, 2024

Pending

NWMLS #2285174

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/09/2024

Sold

NWMLS #2285174

$3,300,000
12/08/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1546440880

$3,300,000
11/18/2024

Pending

NWMLS #2285174

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Public Records for 170 Prospect Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,766,000Additions$3,121,000Total$4,887,000
Tax Record2026$50,407 ($4,201 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths5.2Total Finished SqFt9,200 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt7,080 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt2,120 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1905Year Renovated1905ZoningNR3CountyKINGAPN545730-0940

Schools near 170 Prospect Street

This home is within Seattle Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hay Elementary School
PublicK to 5

McClure Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lincoln High School
Public9 to 12

The Center School
Public9 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 170 Prospect Street, Seattle, WA 98109
$3,300,000
6
7,313
10,200
4
2.5
3,520
7,040
$2,750,000
6
9,820
9,960
$2,894,999
4
4
5,560
5,400
$1,300,000
2
2,950
5,040
$1,675,000
3
3,200
7,656

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