Listed by COMPASS, Bought with Windermere Real Estate Midtown
$1,265,000
SOLD SEP 23, 2014

1542 Grand Ave Seattle, WA 98122

Madrona Neighborhood
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,640 Sq Ft
3,485 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$348 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

35 Days on Market

About This Home

As of August 2017

Enjoy lake views throughout this beautiful shingled 4-story Craftsman w/extensive remodeling & updated systems. Exposed beams & bricks, hardwoods, arched doorways, rustic FP flanked by built-ins, 3 view decks. Chef’s kitchen w/granite & gourmet stainless appliances. 2 large bedrooms up, including spectacular master w/vaulted ceilings, skylights, brick FP, travertine bath. Bright lower level family rm, office, & spacious bedroom suite. Legal 1 bedroom MIL w/luxury finishes & private terrace.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bob Bennion

COMPASS License #4166 Listed on: 06/25/2014

COMPASS

Co-Listed By

Joseph Deville

COMPASS License #5223

Last Buyer's Agent

Nat Hopper

Windermere Real Estate Midtown License #26468

Windermere Real Estate Midtown

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: NWM657729

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,677

Year Built

1913

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Sq Ft Finished: 3640
  • Form 17: Provided
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1913

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Daylight, Fully Finished
  • Features: 2nd Kitchen, Bath Off Master, Dining Room, Fireplace in Master Bedroom, French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Jetted Tub, Security System, Skylights, Walk-in Closet
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Floor: Hardwood, Slate

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Lot Details: Curbs, Paved Street, Sidewalk
  • Roof: Composition
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Partial Fence, Natural Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Patio
  • View: City, Lake, Mountain
  • Lot Topography: Garden Space, Partial Slope, Sloped, Terraces

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Type: Off Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified), Tankless Water Heater
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating and Cooling: Baseboard, Forced Air, High Efficiency (Unspecified), Tankless Water Heater
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: SEA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 22, 2017
Closed on
Aug 8, 2017
Sold by
Sheehan John
Bought by
Abu Rish Tareq Afif
Seller's Agent
Nat Hopper
Windermere Real Estate Midtown
Buyer's Agent
James Redmond
COMPASS
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-1.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.74%
Original Mortgage
$955,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 25, 2014
Closed on
Sep 11, 2014
Sold by
Choquette Michel and Choquette Adriana
Bought by
Sheehan John
Seller's Agent
Bob Bennion
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Nat Hopper
Windermere Real Estate Midtown
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,265,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-2.32%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.48%
Original Mortgage
$847,550
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2007
Sold by
Gatens Clay M and Gatens Jessaca L
Bought by
Choquette Michel and Emmi Adriana

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$156,344
Interest Rate
6.15%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 2003
Sold by
Moran Stephen P and Moran Katherine Z
Bought by
Gatens Clay M and Gatens Jessaca L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$534,000
Interest Rate
5.22%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2003
Sold by
Pacific Beach Mortgage Co Inc
Bought by
Powerstone Ltd Inc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,475,000 Cw Title
Warranty Deed $1,265,000 First American
Warranty Deed $1,285,000 Pacific Nw Tit
Warranty Deed $634,000 Pacific Nw Tit
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $898,000 New Conventional
Closed $955,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $847,550 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $417,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $400,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $156,344 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,000,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $197,800 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $546,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $36,600 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $534,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Price Changed $2,075,000 -3.3% $570 / Sq Ft
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Price Changed $2,145,000 -2.3% $589 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 For Sale $2,195,000 +48.8% $603 / Sq Ft
08/09/2017 08/09/17 Sold $1,475,000 -1.3% $405 / Sq Ft
07/03/2017 07/03/17 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2017 06/22/17 For Sale $1,495,000 +18.2% $411 / Sq Ft
09/23/2014 09/23/14 Sold $1,265,000 -2.3% $348 / Sq Ft
07/31/2014 07/31/14 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2014 06/25/14 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $356 / 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 $18,677 $1,967,000 $662,000 $1,305,000
2023 $16,784 $1,794,000 $617,000 $1,177,000
2022 $14,858 $2,010,000 $617,000 $1,393,000
2021 $15,109 $1,628,000 $500,000 $1,128,000
2020 $15,854 $1,573,000 $509,000 $1,064,000
2018 $13,660 $1,576,000 $521,000 $1,055,000
2017 $11,244 $1,390,000 $462,000 $928,000
2016 $10,895 $1,180,000 $404,000 $776,000
2015 $9,823 $1,117,000 $383,000 $734,000
2014 -- $1,030,000 $302,000 $728,000
2013 -- $881,000 $279,000 $602,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Scott Lennard

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Scott Lennard

    Avenue Properties

    (206) 604-2828

    2 in this area

    34 Total Sales

    Scott Lennard
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  • Nat Hopper

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Nat Hopper

    Windermere Corporate

    (206) 235-7705

    65 Total Sales

    Nat Hopper
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  • James Redmond

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    James Redmond

    COMPASS

    (206) 354-8618

    1 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    James Redmond
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  • Bob Bennion

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Bob Bennion

    Avenue Properties

    (206) 328-7200

    4 in this area

    201 Total Sales

    Bob Bennion
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Joseph Deville

    Avenue Properties

    (206) 328-7200

    Joseph Deville
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Map

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: NWM657729

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 535120-0265

Washington King County Seattle 98122 Madrona

1542 Grand Ave, Seattle, WA

This home is located at 1542 Grand Ave, Seattle, WA 98122 and is currently priced at $1,265,000, approximately $347 per square foot. This property was built in 1913. 1542 Grand Ave is a home located in King County with nearby schools including Madrona Elementary School, Meany Middle School, and Garfield High School.

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