About 1259 23rd Avenue E
Views define this thoughtfully designed North Capitol Hill residence, set high above a quiet corner overlooking the Washington Park Arboretum, Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountains. Originally built in the 1940s, the home was completely reimagined in the 1980s when the owner partnered with architect Gary Sortun of Sortun-Vos to create a home shaped by its remarkable setting.Three levels unfold around a central staircase, each with living space, bedroom and bath. The main living floor brings together a warm Northwest contemporary kitchen, dining area and generous living room with wood-burning fireplace and balcony. The top floor is devoted to the primary suite, with a lounge, walk-in closet, en-suite bath, laundry and private balcony. The entry level offers a bedroom, reading nook, laundry, storage and flexible bonus space.Ride the elevator to the rooftop deck, where the views stretch from Mt. Baker to Mt. Rainier, across Lake Washington and the Arboretum. Cedar shingles, triple-pane windows, all-electric systems and a detached garage with EV charging speak to the care behind the home. The architectural foundation is here; its next chapter offers an opportunity to bring a fresh point of view to a distinctive Seattle residence.
Open House
Features of 1259 23rd Avenue E
| MLS® # | 2574337 |
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| Price | $1,898,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2.50 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 4,090 |
| Acres | 0.14 |
| Year Built | 1948 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Contemporary |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 1259 23rd Avenue E |
|---|---|
| Area | 390 - Central Seattle |
| Subdivision | North Capitol Hill |
| City | Seattle |
| County | King |
| State | WA |
| Zip Code | 98112 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Detached Garage |
| View | City, Lake, Mountains, Territorial |
| Is Waterfront | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Bath Off Primary, Built-In Vacuum, Dining Room, Elevator, Fireplace, French Doors, Security System, Skylight(s), Triple Pane Windows, Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer |
| Heating | Forced Air, Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Forced Air, Heat Pump, HEPA Air Filtration |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplaces | Wood Burning |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Wood |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk |
| Foundation | Poured Concrete, Slab |
School Information
| District | Seattle |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Stevens |
| Middle | Meany Mid |
| High | Garfield High |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | August 26th, 2026 |
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| Days on Market | 124 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Windermere Real Estate Midtown |
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