2011 E James St

2,300 Sq. Ft.
$565 / Sq. Ft.
2,300
Sq. Ft.
$565
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to the one you didn't know you were looking for! Legal duplex on a quiet tree-lined street in the sought-after Central Area holds huge potential for owner-occupancy (rental income offsets your mortgage), or investors with current AirBnB on one side and long-term tenants on the other. Sited on a premier corner lot, this historic 1906 treasure features two 3BR/1BA units with full basements, gated parking & large shared yard with mature trees for privacy. Both main floor living areas feature...Welcome to the one you didn't know you were looking for! Legal duplex on a quiet tree-lined street in the sought-after Central Area holds huge potential for owner-occupancy (rental income offsets your mortgage), or investors with current AirBnB on one side and long-term tenants on the other. Sited on a premier corner lot, this historic 1906 treasure features two 3BR/1BA units with full basements, gated parking & large shared yard with mature trees for privacy. Both main floor living areas feature charming built-ins, large windows, separate dining space, and eat-in kitchens. Upstairs both units feature a 3/4 bathroom and all three bedrooms on the same level. New double-pane windows, updated kitchens & baths, and separate laundry areas make both units comfortable and efficient. Commuting is a breeze from here, and restaurants, transit, parks, hospitals, schools and more are just outside your door. Development potential on the large lot (buyer to verify) while collecting rent, or renovate the whole home to suit you. One long-term tenant lease in place through 8/31/26. AirBnB income over $65K since mid-2024 launch; income statements and lease available, furniture negotiable. Cap rate/calculations based on proforma rate, buyer to verify all details.
  1. Listed by Hilary Dreiling • Windermere Real Estate Co.

Property Details for 2011 East James Street

Community Name
Central Area
School District
Seattle
Number of Assigned Spaces
0
Total Covered Parking
0
Entry Date
01-28-2026
Energy Source
Electric,Natural Gas
Sewer
Sewer Connected

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Sunday, Feb 1st

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LISTING UPDATED: 01/28/2026 03:43 PM

Property Details for 2011 East James Street

StatusActive
MLS #2473378
Days on MarketListed Today
Cumulative Days on Market0
Taxes$9,454 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1906
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,400 SF
CountyKing County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co.
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Building Information for 2011 East James Street

Stories-Year Built1906Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,400 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,123 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,335

Property Taxes

$788

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2011 East James Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 18 - 2 Stories w/Bsmnt
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings
  • Area: 390 - Central Seattle
  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Directions: Cherry to 20th Ave, head south, turn east on James. House is on the right - only enter unit #2015 (2011 is tenant-occupied).
  • Bus Route Number: 2,3,4,8,12,14,27,48,
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: North
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Parking Type: Driveway Parking, Off Street
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 0
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 2
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 0
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 0
  • Bedrooms Upper: 6
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl Plank
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Features: Second Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room
  • Water Heater Location: Basement
  • Room and Floor: Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-None, Utility Room-Main, Bedroom-None, Bathroom Three Quarter-None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Radiant
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Room List: Dining Room, Entry Hall, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room, Bedroom, Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Number Of Showers: 2
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Fully Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Seattle City Light
  • Sewer Company: Seattle Public Utilities
  • Water Company: Seattle Public Utilities
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: Two
  • Lot Topography: Level
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • Letter On File: Duplicate Prop Type
  • MLS Square Footage Source: KCR
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 40
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Alley, Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Source: KCR
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 9126100430
  • Building Condition: Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 2300
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 2300
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 2300.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Multi Family
Building Details
  • Total Uncovered Parking: 1
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 2011 East James Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2471407

$1,299,900—
Jan 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2473378

$1,299,900—
Aug 17, 2022

Sold

NWMLS #1963627

$1,100,000—
Aug 1, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495680766

$1,100,000

+6.0% / yr

Jul 19, 2022

Pending

NWMLS #1963627

—
Jul 7, 2022

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1963627

$1,100,000—
Jun 25, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #221992761

$455,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/28/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2471407

$1,299,900
01/28/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2473378

$1,299,900
08/17/2022

Sold

NWMLS #1963627

$1,100,000
08/01/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495680766

$1,100,000

+6.0% / yr

07/19/2022

Pending

NWMLS #1963627

—
07/07/2022

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1963627

$1,100,000
06/25/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #221992761

$455,000

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

Public Records for 2011 East James Street

Taxable ValueLand$694,000Additions$259,000Total$953,000
Tax Record2024$9,123 ($760 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,300 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt2,300 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,400 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1906ZoningRSL (M)CountyKINGAPN912610-0430

Schools near 2011 East James Street

This home is within Seattle Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Gatzert Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Washington Middle School
Public6 to 8

Garfield High School
Public9 to 12

Residential Consortium
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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2011 East James Street is a single family home for sale in Seattle, WA 98122. This property was listed for sale on January 28, 2026 by Windermere Real Estate Co., it's currently listed at $1,299,900. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on August 17, 2022. This listing's school district is Seattle Public Schools. Nearby schools include Gatzert Elementary School, Washington Middle School and Garfield High School. 2011 East James Street is a 6-bed, 2-bath, 2,300 sqft single family home built in 1906.

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