Two living spaces. Multiple income strategies. One unbeatable Seattle location. Here is house-hacking opportunity in the heart of the Central Area/First Hill. Live in one unit while renting the other to help offset your mortgage, space for multigenerational living, or rent both for added income potential. The spacious main-level residence offers 2 bed and 1 full bathroom, an open & light-filled floor plan, and beautifully refinished original hardwood floors. The updated kitchen features white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and a gas range. Upstairs, the bright 1 bed, 1 bath residence has its own kitchen, dining, in-unit washer/dryer combination, and an abundance of windows that fill the space with natural light. This property delivers something increasingly difficult to find in central Seattle: real outdoor space. The fully fenced grounds include an expansive front yard, backyard space, and a private side yard with a covered gazebo perfect for entertaining, gardening, pets, or simply relaxing outside. Fresh exterior paint, one dedicated parking space, and plentiful street parking complete the package. With a 98 Walk Score, this location puts Seattle U, Swedish Medical, Harborview, Seattle Central College, cafés, restaurants, groceries, and transit within easy reach. Whether you are searching for a home that can help pay for itself, a multigenerational setup, or a property rental potential, this is the flexibility you have been waiting for.
Property Details
Price:
$850,000
MLS #:
NWM2564521
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
First Hill
Neighborhood:
390centralseattle
Listed Date:
Aug 6, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,690
Total Sq Ft:
1,690
Lot Size:
3,320 sqft / 0.08 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1966
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Schools
School District:
Seattle
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
None
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air
Interior Features
Second Kitchen, Fireplace, Water Heater
Levels
Two
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Exterior
Construction Materials
Wood
Exterior Features
Wood, Wood Products
Lot Features
Paved
Parking Features
Off Street
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Roof
Flat
Financial
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$8,517
Map
Community
- Address1609 E Alder Street Seattle WA
- SubdivisionFirst Hill
- CitySeattle
- CountyKing
- Zip Code98122
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- Admiral
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Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Seattle as of Sep 12, 2026
2,216
Single Family Listed
59
Avg DOM
608
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,226,350
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the First Hill subdivision, 1609 E Alder Street Seattle WA is a Single Family for sale in Seattle, WA, 98122. It is listed for $850,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,690 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1966. The current price per square foot is $503. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Seattle is $608. The average listing price for Single Family in Seattle is $1,226,350. To schedule a showing of MLS#nwm2564521 at 1609 E Alder Street in Seattle, WA, contact your Best in the West agent at 206-351-5550.
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represents listings courtesy of NWMLS. Listed by Windermere R.E. Shoreline.Disclaimer: Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Sep-12-2026 6:19:01 am. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
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1609 E Alder Street
Seattle, WA


