Listing Provided Courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co.Classic Phinney Ridge charm meets modern flexibility in this thoughtfully updated 1926 Craftsman. The welcoming front porch leads into a light-filled living room with coved ceilings, anchored by an original hand-cast tile fireplace. Two spacious bedrooms and an updated full bath. Kitchen, with stainless appliances, a six-burner gas range, and dining space, features a Dutch door that opens to a sun-drenched backyard, ideal for summer entertaining and late-night campfires. The versatile basement functions as an excellent office, media room, or guest suite, with laundry and a half bath. And here’s where it gets interesting: a potential rental studio or MIL / ADU with its own exterior entrance, full kitchen, three-quarter bath, and washer/dryer. House-hack homeownership, host extended guests, or just turn on rental income whenever you want, like during the World Cup this summer! Fresh paint and carpet, newer windows and flooring, and a brand-new high-efficiency furnace. Rare off-street parking space. A short walk to all that Phinney Ridge and Greenwood have to offer: some of the best shops, bars, and restaurants in Seattle. Easy access to transportation, South Lake Union, and downtown. Charming, turnkey, and full of possibilities. Do not miss this unique PhinneyWood gem!
Property Details
Price:
$1,100,000
MLS #:
NWM2507975
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Greenwood
Neighborhood:
705ballardgreenlake
Listed Date:
Apr 17, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,620
Total Sq Ft:
1,620
Lot Size:
3,120 sqft / 0.07 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1926
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Schools
School District:
Seattle
Elementary School:
Greenwood
Middle School:
Robert Eagle Staff Middle School
High School:
Ballard High
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Three Quarter Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
None
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Heating
90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air
Interior Features
Second Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace, Water Heater
Levels
One
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Exterior
Construction Materials
Wood
Direction Faces
South
Exterior Features
Wood, Wood Products
Lot Features
Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Parking Features
Driveway, Off Street
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Roof
Composition
Security Features
Fully Fenced
View
Territorial
Financial
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$10,389
Map
Community
- Address144 NW 79th Street Seattle WA
- SubdivisionGreenwood
- CitySeattle
- CountyKing
- Zip Code98117
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Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Seattle as of Apr 20, 2026
1,902
Single Family Listed
52
Avg DOM
618
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,229,508
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Greenwood subdivision, 144 NW 79th Street Seattle WA is a Single Family for sale in Seattle, WA, 98117. It is listed for $1,100,000 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,620 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1926. The current price per square foot is $679. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Seattle is $618. The average listing price for Single Family in Seattle is $1,229,508. To schedule a showing of MLS#nwm2507975 at 144 NW 79th Street in Seattle, WA, contact your Best in the West agent at 206-351-5550.
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Courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co.. Disclaimer: Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Apr-20-2026 5:21:11 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.Copyright 2026. All rights reserved.
144 NW 79th Street
Seattle, WA