Listed by Paul Sundberg • Coldwell Banker Bain. Bought with John L. Scott, Inc.
Off Market Dec 2017 for $1.1M
$1,244,473
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$4,969/mo
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2,990
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718 N 85th St, Seattle, WA 98103
About this home
GREEN LAKE AREA DUPLEX- Classic 1955 brick building is a solid investment with lots of upside potential. Rent both OR live in one unit and have the other help pay the mortgage! The front unit consists of 2 beds & 1 full bath; back unit has 2 beds & 1 full bath + extra room. Roof in 2006, both units have their own separate washer/dryer . Attached one car garage & parking spot in front. Lot is zoned LR3= Future Development Possibilities. Conveniently located near Green Lake, Ballard, & Downtown.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
5,100 sq ftLot Size
$416Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Paul Sundberg• Coldwell Banker Bain
Bought with Nelya Calev• John L. Scott, Inc.
Source:NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #768146
Redfin Estimate
$1,244,473
$114K since sold in December 2017$35K since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
This home's estimate is 7.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.16M) of 6 comparable homes.
This duplex appears to be in mostly original condition - single pane windows, galvanized plumbing, oil furnace(s) etc. The front unit has one bedroom on the main level and then an office or second bedroom downstairs. The lower level also has a large...
utility/storage area and access to the single car garage. Parking for one other car in the driveway as well.
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Brandi Ault
Redfin Associate agent • Broker
Sale history for 718 N 85th St
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Dec 5, 2017
Sold
$1,130,000
$378/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 2, 2015
Sold
$450,000
$151/sq ft
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #768146
Jun 2, 2015
Pending
—
Jun 2, 2015
Sold (MLS) (Sold)
$450,000
$151/sq ft
Apr 19, 2015
Pending (Pending Feasibility)
—
Apr 10, 2015
Listed (Active)
$475,000
$159/sq ft
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #25126246
Sep 15, 2005
Sold (MLS)
$440,000
$147/sq ft
Aug 23, 2005
Listed
$440,000
$147/sq ft
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #25126262
Sep 15, 2005
Sold (MLS)
$440,000
$147/sq ft
Aug 23, 2005
Listed
$440,000
$147/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 15, 2005
Sold
$350,000
$117/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 30, 1984
Sold
$85,000
$28/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 12, 1977
Sold
$65,000
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,372 (+9.9%)
$1,045,000 + $22,000
$1,067,000
2025
$10,349 (−2.6%)
$1,045,000 + $22,000
$1,067,000
2024
$10,625 (−7.3%)
$1,045,500 + $1,000
$1,046,500
2023
$11,467 (+7.4%)
$1,045,500 + $54,500
$1,100,000
2022
$10,676 (+1.5%)
$1,045,500 + $289,500
$1,335,000
2021
$10,517 (+1.9%)
$1,045,500 + $96,500
$1,142,000
2020
$10,318 (+66.8%)
$994,500 + $75,500
$1,070,000
2019
$6,185 (−7.3%)
$423,000 + $266,000
$689,000
2018
$6,671 (+21.8%)
$423,000 + $266,000
$689,000
2017
$5,476 (+7.6%)
$403,000 + $243,000
$646,000
2016
$5,088 (+15.7%)
$339,000 + $205,000
$544,000
2015
$4,397
$309,000 + $185,000
$494,000
2014
$4,401 (+10.1%)
$277,000 + $158,000
$435,000
2013
$3,996 (−4.8%)
$252,000 + $144,000
$396,000
2012
$4,198
$252,000 + $100,000
$352,000
2011
$4,197 (+26.8%)
$295,000 + $114,000
$409,000
2010
$3,310 (−5.6%)
$205,000 + $137,000
$342,000
2009
$3,506
$242,000 + $171,000
$413,000
Tax history for 718 N 85th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,372 (+9.9%)
$1,045,000 + $22,000
$1,067,000
2025
$10,349 (−2.6%)
$1,045,000 + $22,000
$1,067,000
2024
$10,625 (−7.3%)
$1,045,500 + $1,000
$1,046,500
2023
$11,467 (+7.4%)
$1,045,500 + $54,500
$1,100,000
2022
$10,676 (+1.5%)
$1,045,500 + $289,500
$1,335,000
2021
$10,517 (+1.9%)
$1,045,500 + $96,500
$1,142,000
2020
$10,318 (+66.8%)
$994,500 + $75,500
$1,070,000
2019
$6,185 (−7.3%)
$423,000 + $266,000
$689,000
2018
$6,671 (+21.8%)
$423,000 + $266,000
$689,000
2017
$5,476 (+7.6%)
$403,000 + $243,000
$646,000
2016
$5,088 (+15.7%)
$339,000 + $205,000
$544,000
2015
$4,397
$309,000 + $185,000
$494,000
2014
$4,401 (+10.1%)
$277,000 + $158,000
$435,000
2013
$3,996 (−4.8%)
$252,000 + $144,000
$396,000
2012
$4,198
$252,000 + $100,000
$352,000
2011
$4,197 (+26.8%)
$295,000 + $114,000
$409,000
2010
$3,310 (−5.6%)
$205,000 + $137,000
$342,000
2009
$3,506
$242,000 + $171,000
$413,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
Aug 3, 2018 • Final
Fire sprinkler and suppression
Install a standalone residential fire sprinkler system. This work is part of substantial alterations to add two units to an existing duplex.
Fire sprinkler
Apr 27, 2018 • Final
Electrical permit: over the counter
Replace an electrical subpanel and add a new electrical feeder.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel Type: Oil
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Construction Type: Masonry
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Brick
Building Type: Multi Family Low Rise
Building Improvement Type: Duplex
Property Information
Subdivision Name: NEVINS DIV OF GREEN LAKE ADD
Adjusted Gross Sq. Ft: 2,990
Building Sq. Ft: 3,240
# of Units: 4
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: NEVINS DIV OF GREEN LAKE ADD PLAT BLOCK: 35 PLAT LOT: 7-8
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 5,100
Legal Lot Number: 7
Legal Block Number: 35
School Tax District: SEATTLE #1
Municipality Name: SEATTLE
Acres: 0.1171
Zoning Code: LR3 (M)
County Use Description: 4-PLEX
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,990
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,100 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1980
County: King County
APN: 604640 1285
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Daniel Bagley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Robert Eagle Staff Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Ingraham High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 1.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.18M – $1.43M
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