Listed by Coldwell Banker Bain, Bought with Windermere Real Estate Co.
$511,300
SOLD APR 30, 2012
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,541 Sq Ft
1929 Built

Recently Sold

$332 Per Sq Ft

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Territorial View
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Corner Lot
  • Garfield High School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to First Hill Park

About This Home

As of May 2025

Elegant & spacious penthouse residence at the venerable Gainsborough. 2 bedrooms including a master suite that is reminiscent of a Parisian garret. 2 bathrooms. Generous formal spaces with walls of windows showcasing dramatic, westerly city views. Private rooftop terrace. 10' ceilings, parquet hardwood floors, central air-conditioning. One deeded parking space. Style & quality!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christopher Karsteter

Coldwell Banker Bain License #4881 Listed on: 01/15/2012

Coldwell Banker Bain

Last Buyer's Agent

Peggy Frasse

Windermere Real Estate Co.

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM311068

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,591

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Parking

  • Carport

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Tile Roof

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Additional Features

  • Territorial Views
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Washer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2680670550

Community Details

Overview

  • 56 Units
  • 14-Story Property

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
  • Pet Restriction

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,591

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Style: Condo (1 Level)
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Entrance Level: Main
  • Unit Floor Number: 14
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wall To Wall Carpet
  • Remodeled: Y
  • Remodeled Updated: Y
  • Appliance Hookups: Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric, Washer
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 2.00
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.75
  • Bathrooms Main: Main
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms Main: 1
  • Master Bedroom: Main
  • Dining Room: Main
  • Kitchen: Main
  • Living Room: Main
  • Storage: Basement
  • Storage Number: 1403
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1541
  • Window Coverings: Shades

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Cement/Concrete
  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Territorial

Garage/Parking

  • Numberof Assigned Spaces: 1
  • Parking Type: Carport

Utilities

  • Heating And Cooling: Central A/C, Forced Air, Radiant

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Numberof Units in Building: 56
  • HOA Fees: 1475
  • Cats And Dogs: Subj To Restrictions
  • Manager Contact Information: Richard Stohr (206) 622-3276
  • Association Contact: Sasha Copeland (206) 388-0181
  • Common Property Features: Cable Tv, Elevator, Fire Sprinklers, High Speed Int Avail, Lobby Entrance
  • Unit Features: Balcony/Deck/Patio, Penthouse

Schools

  • School District: SEA

Lot Info

  • Lot Details: Alley, Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Parcel Number: 2680670550

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 4734

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2018
Closed on
Apr 9, 2018
Sold by
Jarvis Scot B
Bought by
Jarvis Jean Bender
Seller's Agent
Peggy Frasse
Windermere Real Estate Co.
Buyer's Agent
Todd Shively
Ensemble
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,200,206
Premium/Discount to List
$25,206
2.15%
Total Days on Market
41

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.02%
Original Mortgage
$667,000
Interest Rate
4.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2018
Closed on
Apr 3, 2018
Sold by
Jarvis Jean Bender
Bought by
Madsen Luke H and Madsen Tenneall M
Seller's Agent
Peggy Frasse
Windermere Real Estate Co.
Buyer's Agent
Todd Shively
Ensemble
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,200,206
Premium/Discount to List
$25,206
2.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$667,000
Interest Rate
4.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 2012
Sold by
Bender Jeffrey P
Bought by
Jarvis Jean Bender

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 15, 2012
Closed on
Apr 21, 2012
Sold by
Seligmann Maxine
Bought by
Bender Jeffrey P
Seller's Agent
Christopher Karsteter
Coldwell Banker Bain
Buyer's Agent
Peggy Frasse
Windermere Real Estate Co.
List Price
$511,300
Sold Price
$511,300

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.96%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 8, 2000
Sold by
Seligmann Maxine
Bought by
Seligmann Maxine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 1996
Sold by
Williams Peggy Jeanne
Bought by
Seligmann Harold and Seligmann Maxine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 1994
Sold by
Crist Marilynn E
Bought by
Williams Peggy Jeanne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,000
Interest Rate
7.38%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Cw Title
Warranty Deed $1,200,206 Cw Title
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $511,300 Rainier Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $385,000 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $370,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,008,195 New Conventional
Closed $667,000 New Conventional
Closed $333,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $333,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Sold $1,075,000 0.0% $698 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 For Sale $1,075,000 -10.4% $698 / Sq Ft
04/20/2018 04/20/18 Sold $1,200,206 +2.1% $779 / Sq Ft
03/22/2018 03/22/18 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2018 03/14/18 For Sale $1,175,000 +129.8% $762 / Sq Ft
04/30/2012 04/30/12 Sold $511,300 0.0% $332 / Sq Ft
02/26/2012 02/26/12 Pending -- -- --
01/15/2012 01/15/12 For Sale $511,300 -- $332 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,591 $817,000 $403,500 $413,500
2023 $7,951 $870,000 $403,500 $466,500
2022 $7,652 $884,000 $403,500 $480,500
2021 $8,928 $859,000 $403,500 $455,500
2020 $9,769 $952,000 $403,500 $548,500
2018 $6,887 $882,000 $315,800 $566,200
2017 $7,612 $715,000 $280,700 $434,300
2016 $7,889 $818,000 $210,500 $607,500
2015 $6,403 $827,000 $192,900 $634,100
2014 -- $686,000 $175,400 $510,600
2013 -- $530,000 $150,800 $379,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM311068

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 268067-0550