5217 5th Ave NE

1,920 Sq. Ft.
$521 / Sq. Ft.
1,920
Sq. Ft.
$521
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This charming bungalow inside the geo-zone boundary for McDonald International Elementary, has a permitted ADU and sits between Green Lake and Wallingford. It is perfect for house-hacking or building your rental portfolio. There is potential for a DADU which adds more opportunity for the next owner. The upstairs home offers 2 bedrooms with hardwood floors, an updated bath, gas fireplace and a 400+ sq ft attic for storage. The lower daylight unit is a self-contained ADU with 2 bedrooms, kitchen, living...This charming bungalow inside the geo-zone boundary for McDonald International Elementary, has a permitted ADU and sits between Green Lake and Wallingford. It is perfect for house-hacking or building your rental portfolio. There is potential for a DADU which adds more opportunity for the next owner. The upstairs home offers 2 bedrooms with hardwood floors, an updated bath, gas fireplace and a 400+ sq ft attic for storage. The lower daylight unit is a self-contained ADU with 2 bedrooms, kitchen, living room, full bath & its own in-unit laundry. There have been major system updates: 200-amp electrical, new plumbing, triple-pane windows, industrial-grade insulation & 98% efficiency furnace. There are 3 off-street parking spots and in the back is a 10x12 wired shop. There is a strong rental history in this high-demand location near UW, local shops, and Green Lake. Plus easy access to U District light rail (8 min to downtown) and I-5. Furniture available for turnkey setup.

Listing Agents

  1. Adam Hestad

    Adam Hestad

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    adam.hestad@compass.com

    P: (206)-459-6819

  2. Lisa Kissinger

    Lisa Kissinger

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 5217 5th Avenue Northeast

Community Name
Green Lake
School District
Seattle
Number of Assigned Spaces
0
Total Covered Parking
0
Entry Date
01-22-2026
Energy Source
Electric,Natural Gas
Sewer
Sewer Connected
LISTING UPDATED: 02/01/2026 09:12 AM

Property Details for 5217 5th Avenue Northeast

StatusPending
MLS #2470762
Days on Market10
Cumulative Days on Market10
Taxes$8,967 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1921
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,100 SF
CountyKing County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2%

Location

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Building Information for 5217 5th Avenue Northeast

Stories-Year Built1921Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,100 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,621 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,874

Property Taxes

$747

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5217 5th Avenue Northeast

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 12 - 2 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Deck, Gas Available, Outbuildings, Shop
  • Area: 705 - Ballard/Greenlake
  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle Or Junior School: Hamilton Mid
  • High School: Lincoln High
  • Directions: GPS is accurate
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: East
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: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 1
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • 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: 1
  • ADU Baths: 1
Bedroom Information
  • ADU Beds: 2
  • Bedrooms Main: 2
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 2
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
  • Basement: Finished
  • Features: Second Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Security System, Triple Pane Windows, Water Heater, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
  • Water Heater Location: Utility Room
  • Room and Floor: Approved Accessory-Lower, Dining Room-Main, Entry Hall-Main, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Living Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Main, Utility Room-Lower, Bathroom Full-Lower, Bathroom Full-Main, Bedroom-Lower, Bedroom-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air
  • FIRPTA: No
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Room List: Approved Accessory, Dining Room, Entry Hall, Kitchen With Eating Space, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room, Bathroom Full, Bedroom
  • Number Of Showers: 2
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood, Wood Products
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Microwave(s),Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Security System
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
  • Level: Two
  • Lot Topography: Level,Terraces
  • First Right Of Refusal: false
  • Letter On File: Duplicate Prop Type
  • MLS Square Footage Source: Realist
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 32
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Source: Realist
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 9550204070
  • Calculated Square Footage: 1920
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 1920
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 1920.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Multi Family
Building Details
  • Total Uncovered Parking: 3
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 5217 5th Avenue Northeast

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 1, 2026

Pending

NWMLS #2471001

—
Feb 1, 2026

Pending

NWMLS #2470762

—
Jan 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2471001

$999,950—
Jan 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2470762

$999,950—
Jul 27, 2021

Sold

NWMLS #1793887

$850,000—
Jul 14, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1467292771

$850,000

+6.8% / yr

Jun 23, 2021

Pending

NWMLS #1793887

—
Jun 18, 2021

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1793887

$850,000—
Jun 30, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #159892142

$298,000—
Jun 30, 2005

Sold

NWMLS #25083638

$298,000—
Jun 21, 2005

Pending

NWMLS #25083638

—
Jun 12, 2005

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #25083638

$298,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/01/2026

Pending

NWMLS #2471001

—
02/01/2026

Pending

NWMLS #2470762

—
01/22/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2471001

$999,950
01/22/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2470762

$999,950
07/27/2021

Sold

NWMLS #1793887

$850,000
07/14/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1467292771

$850,000

+6.8% / yr

06/23/2021

Pending

NWMLS #1793887

—
06/18/2021

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #1793887

$850,000
06/30/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #159892142

$298,000
06/30/2005

Sold

NWMLS #25083638

$298,000
06/21/2005

Pending

NWMLS #25083638

—
06/12/2005

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #25083638

$298,000

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

Public Records for 5217 5th Avenue Northeast

Taxable ValueLand$628,000Additions$272,000Total$900,000
Tax Record2024$8,535 ($711 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,850 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,920 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt930 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,100 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1921ZoningNR3CountyKINGAPN955020-4070Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5217 5th Avenue Northeast

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 - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Green Lake Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hamilton International Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lincoln High School
Public9 to 12

McDonald International School
PublicK to 5

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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