Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,990 sqft
535 N 78th St, Seattle, WA 98103
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.14 acresLot Size
1918Year Built
$285/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

This exceptional bungalow is situated on a double lot with beautiful perennial gardens, large side yards and private backyard with raised garden beds. You'll want to spend all your time in the remodeled kitchen with eating space and French doors to deck. Covered porch entry and traditional 1918 living room and dining room with oak floors, period details and built-ins. All bedrooms on one level, remodeled bathroom, basement for laundry & storage. Plus charming detached cottage with 3/4 bath.This exceptional bungalow is situated on a double lot with beautiful perennial gardens, large side yards and private backyard with raised garden beds. You'll want to spend all your time in the remodeled kitchen with eating space and French doors to deck. Covered porch entry and traditional 1918 living room and dining room with oak floors, period details and built-ins. All bedrooms on one level, remodeled bathroom, basement for laundry & storage. Plus charming detached cottage with 3/4 bath.
  • Listed by: Tamara Marson 206.527.5445 • Windermere Real Estate Co.
Listing closed: 05/14/2010 12:00 AM • Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 44217

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$660,000

Avg days on market

35

Sale-to-list ratio

89.9%

Seattle, WA

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Location

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Property Information for 535 North 78th Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,215 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: King County
  • Community Name: Phinney Ridge
  • School District: Seattle
  • Number of Assigned Spaces: 1
  • Total Covered Parking: 1
  • Entry Date: 04-05-2010
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,000 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt.
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Dog Run, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio
  • Area: 705 - Ballard/Greenlake
  • Elementary School: Greenwood
  • Middle Or Junior School: Whitman Mid
  • High School: Roosevelt High
  • Directions: West from Linden Ave N on 78th or go East from Greenwood Ave.
  • Bus Route Number: 5, 48
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2010
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking: No
Virtual Tour
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 1
  • 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
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 0
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Lower: 0
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Fireplaces Upper: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Floor Covering: Hardwood, See Remarks
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Features: Hardwood, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, French Doors, Loft, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Water Heater Location: Gas/Basement
  • Room and Floor: Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Utility Room-Lower, Entry Hall-Main, Dining Room-Main, Living Room-Main, Approved Accessory-Main, Bedroom-Main, Bathroom Three Quarter-Main, Bathroom Full-Main
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Water Heater Type: Gas/Basement
  • Room List: Kitchen With Eating Space, Utility Room, Entry Hall, Dining Room, Living Room, Approved Accessory, Bedroom, Bathroom Three Quarter, Bathroom Full
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Property
Utilities
  • Electric On Property: No
  • Heating and Cooling: Forced Air,Wall
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: Sea City Light/PSE
  • Sewer Company: City of Seattle
  • Water Company: City of Seattle
  • Power Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected
Property and Assessments
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: One
  • Zoning Remarks: SF 5000
  • Lot Topography: Level
  • MLS Square Footage Source: KCR
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: Yes
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 1
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 60' x 100'
  • Lot Number: 7,8
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 1923800155
  • Calculated Square Footage: 1990
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 1290
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 700
  • Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 1990.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Multi Family
Building Details
  • Number Of Units Total: 0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 535 North 78th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 14, 2010

Sold

NWMLS #44217

$568,000—
May 10, 2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #289430224

$568,000

+4.7% / yr

Apr 8, 2010

Pending

NWMLS #44217

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/14/2010

Sold

NWMLS #44217

$568,000
05/10/2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #289430224

$568,000

+4.7% / yr

04/08/2010

Pending

NWMLS #44217

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Public Records for 535 North 78th Street

Taxable ValueLand$788,000Additions$287,000Total$1,075,000
Tax Record2026$11,476 ($956 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,520 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt1,520 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1918Year Renovated1918ZoningNR3CountyKINGAPN192380-0155

Schools near 535 North 78th 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 - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Greenwood Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Robert Eagle Staff Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ingraham High School
Public9 to 12

Education Service Centers
Public6 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: 535 North 78th Street, Seattle, WA 98103
$568,000
3
1,990
6,000
–
3
1
920
3,000
$550,000
3
1,640
3,000
$173,900
3
1
1,140
3,000
$830,000
3
2,280
3,000
$995,000
3
1,660
3,000

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