Listed by Windermere R.E. Port Townsend
$1,250,000

538 Adams St Port Townsend, WA 98368

Estimated payment $7,100/month

Total Views 706
7 Beds
8 Baths
3,350 Sq Ft
$373 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Sauna
  • Fruit Trees
  • Second Kitchen
  • Bay View
  • 2-minute walk to Rothschild House Historic Site

About This Home

Inspiring Victorian set in a beautiful Uptown neighborhood. Fully updated plumbing, wiring, insulation, newer roof & skylights, recently painted. Non-toxic materials throughout the house. The main house features 4+ bedrooms with refinished straight-grain wood floors, a beautiful yoga room/studio space, a meditation space, and a loft, as well as a basswood far-infrared sauna. The cottage has 2 bd. Under the house water filtration system, organic grounds for 36 years, with 15-17 mature organic fruit and nut trees, great for the environmentally hypersensitive. This is a unique investment opportunity.

Listing Agent

Gina Johnston

Windermere R.E. Port Townsend License #49540 Listed on: 08/30/2025

Windermere R.E. Port Townsend

Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS#: 2427478

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,626

Year Built

  • Built in 1888

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 110
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Territorial
  • Limited

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,350 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Sauna

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Softwood
  • Slate Flooring
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Propane
  • Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Uptown Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Legal Lot and Block 6&8 (N1/2) / 103
  • Assessor Parcel Number 989710305

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,626

Year Built

Built in 1888

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • StyleCode: 12 - 2 Story
  • Year Built: 1888
  • Inclusions: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Leased Equipment,Refrigerator(s),Washer(s)
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Prev Status: Active
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Building Name: PT Original Townsite
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • CalculatedSquareFootage: 3350
  • SeniorExemption: true
  • Special Features: None
  • Cumulative Days on Market: 3

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 6
  • Possible Bedrooms: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Slate, Softwood
  • Interior Amenities: Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Fireplace, Loft, Sauna, Skylight(s), Water Heater
  • Living Area: 3350
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 7
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 7
  • Bathrooms: 6.5
  • BathsFullMain: 1
  • SquareFootageFinished: 3350
  • SquareFootageUnfinished: 0
  • BathsFullGarage: 0
  • BathsFullLower: 0
  • BathsFullUpper: 1
  • BathsHalfGarage: 0
  • BathsHalfLower: 0
  • BathsHalfMain: 0
  • BathsHalfUpper: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterGarage: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterLower: 0
  • BathsThreeQuarterMain: 6
  • BathsThreeQuarterUpper: 0
  • BedroomsLower: 0
  • BedroomsUpper: 0
  • AppliancesIncluded: Dishwasher(s),Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Washer(s)
  • FireplacesLower: 1
  • NWM_NumberOfBathtubs: 2
  • NWM_NumberOfShowers: 6

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, Partial, Territorial
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Paved
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Structure Type: House
  • BusLineNearby: true
  • BusRouteNumber: 11

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Partially Fenced
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Baseboard, Stove/Free Standing, Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • PowerCompany: Jefferson County PUD $1
  • SewerCompany: City of Port Townsend
  • WaterCompany: City of Port Townsend
  • WaterHeaterLocation: Three - front room, basement, cottage
  • WaterHeaterType: Electric
  • InternetConnected: Astound

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Port Townsend #50

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 989710305
  • Topography: Level
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size: 50 x 110
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6098
  • Zoning: RII
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • ShowMapLink: true
  • SiteFeatures: Deck,Fenced-Partially,High Speed Internet,Outbuildings,Patio,Propane
  • MLSLotSizeSource: Realist
  • MLSSquareFootageSource: Assessor
  • ZoningJurisdiction: City
  • LotNumber: 6&8 (N1/2)

Green Features

  • Power Production Type: Electric, Propane, Wood

Rental Info

  • ShortTermRentalYN: false

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3626

Multi Family

  • EnergySource: Electric,Propane,Wood

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $3,455 $767,061 $253,000 $514,061
2023 $3,455 $696,222 $225,000 $471,222
2022 $3,269 $691,222 $220,000 $471,222
2021 $3,169 $597,998 $204,000 $393,998
2020 $3,825 $552,855 $187,000 $365,855
2019 $2,452 $500,753 $170,000 $330,753
2018 $2,629 $445,015 $157,000 $288,015
2017 $4,091 $420,683 $151,250 $269,433
2016 $3,502 $402,102 $151,250 $250,852
2015 $3,347 $358,064 $144,375 $213,689
2014 -- $339,482 $144,375 $195,107
2013 -- $323,315 $137,500 $185,815
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/30/2025 08/30/25 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $373 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $1,148,400 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Closed $206,000 Unknown
Closed $96,653 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

MLS Number: 2427478

Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)

APN: 989710305

Washington Jefferson County Port Townsend 98368

538 Adams St, Port Townsend, WA

This home is located at 538 Adams St, Port Townsend, WA 98368 and is currently priced at $1,250,000, approximately $373 per square foot. This property was built in 1888. 538 Adams St is a home located in Jefferson County with nearby schools including Salish Coast Elementary School, Blue Heron Middle School, and Port Townsend High School.

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