Live in the heart of Fremont, Seattle's famous Center of the Universe. This charming and beautifully renovated three bedroom, two bathroom single family home offers approximately 2,000 square feet, two spacious levels of living, a flexible private lower level suite, a fenced backyard, a covered front porch and driveway parking. The bright main level features an inviting living room with oversized windows and views toward downtown Seattle. A dedicated dining room provides plenty of room for meals and entertaining. The updated main kitchen includes white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, a refrigerator, range, microwave, dishwasher and under cabinet lighting. Two bedrooms are located upstairs, while the third bedroom is part of the spacious lower level. Downstairs offers an entire second living area with a kitchenette, built in workspace and private exterior entrance. The possibilities are almost endless. Create a private primary bedroom retreat, entertainment room, media lounge, home office, creative studio or comfortable guest area. This flexible lower level provides privacy and versatility rarely found in a Fremont rental. Property Highlights * Approximately 2,000 square feet * Three bedrooms and two bathrooms * Two spacious levels of living * Private lower level suite * Lower level kitchenette * Built in workspace * Washer and dryer in the home * Views toward downtown Seattle * Covered front porch with pergola * Private fenced backyard * Space for gardening and entertaining * Driveway parking * Multiple exterior entrances * Cats welcome and small dogs considered
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Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 760
Basement Finish: Finished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel Type: Oil
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Very Good
Building Construction Quality: Fair
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: MOTOR LINE 2ND ADD
Living Sq. Ft: 1,480
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 850
Building Sq. Ft: 1,610
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: MOTOR LINE 2ND ADD PLAT BLOCK: 8 PLAT LOT: 9
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 2,500
Legal Lot Number: 9
Legal Block Number: 8
School Tax District: SEATTLE #1
Municipality Name: SEATTLE
Acres: 0.0574
Zoning Code: LR2 (M)
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY(RES USE/ZONE)
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,480
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: —
County: King County
APN: 569400 1125
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 5, 2026
Sale and tax history for 816 N Motor Pl
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
APPFOLIO #1
Oct 10, 2026
Rental Removed
$3,995
$3/sq ft
Oct 8, 2026
Price Changed
$3,995
$3/sq ft
Oct 5, 2026
Price Changed
$4,195
$3/sq ft
Sep 30, 2026
Listed for Rent
$4,350
$3/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 28, 2013
Sold
$264,500
$179/sq ft
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #451110
Jun 29, 2013
Delisted
—
Jun 28, 2013
Sold (MLS) (Sold)
$264,500
$179/sq ft
Feb 24, 2013
Pending (Pending Short Sale)
—
Feb 22, 2013
Listed (Active)
$209,950
$142/sq ft
NWMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #26071141
Jun 23, 2006
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$330,000
$223/sq ft
May 16, 2006
Delisted
—
May 9, 2006
Listed
$324,950
$220/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 12, 1996
Sold
$118,000
$80/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,527 (+34.1%)
$373,000 + $438,000
$811,000
2025
$6,360 (+4.9%)
$373,000 + $438,000
$811,000
2024
$6,066 (+7.0%)
$404,000 + $237,000
$641,000
2023
$5,669 (+8.4%)
$399,000 + $227,000
$626,000
2022
$5,228 (+4.7%)
$357,000 + $295,000
$652,000
2021
$4,993 (−2.7%)
$312,000 + $240,000
$552,000
2020
$5,133 (+28.2%)
$260,000 + $240,000
$500,000
2019
$4,003 (−2.1%)
$219,000 + $229,000
$448,000
2018
$4,088 (+10.4%)
$219,000 + $229,000
$448,000
2017
$3,702 (+6.0%)
$195,000 + $204,000
$399,000
2016
$3,492 (+12.1%)
$175,000 + $199,000
$374,000
2015
$3,114 (+3.2%)
$162,000 + $183,000
$345,000
2014
$3,018 (+0.7%)
$147,000 + $166,000
$313,000
2013
$2,998 (+3.5%)
$130,000 + $145,000
$275,000
2012
$2,896 (+4.1%)
$157,000 + $112,000
$269,000
2011
$2,783 (+7.6%)
$157,000 + $116,000
$273,000
2010
$2,585 (−15.6%)
$157,000 + $116,000
$273,000
2009
$3,064
$185,000 + $145,000
$330,000
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
9/10
B F Day Elementary School
Public, PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Hamilton International Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Lincoln High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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About Motor
Line
Motor Line, located between South Lake Union and Capitol Hill, is a mixed-use and transit-oriented Seattle neighborhood with a streetcar spine and warehouse-to-loft blocks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Westlake Ave N and Denny Way, where coffee counters, design-forward showrooms, and lunch spots line the streetcar tracks. Lake Union Park and MOHAI act as cultural anchors, while The Spheres adds a greenhouse-like landmark to the streetscape. Mid-rise apartments and converted light-industrial buildings define the architecture. Sidewalks track toward the lakefront paths and pocket plazas, giving the area a workday buzz that softens after dark.
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Public facts and zoning for 816 N Motor Pl
Beds
2
Baths
2
Sq. Ft.
1,480
Stories
1
Lot Size
2,500 Sq. Ft.
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1926
Year Renovated
—
County
King County
APN
569400 1125
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 5, 2026.
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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, 15 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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