A Century In The Making, Ready For Its Next One! Situated for 102 years on one of Montlake's most coveted & picturesque streets, this classic 3 BR 1.5 BTH home is on the market for the first time in half a century. Lovingly cared for, the home boasts charm & character with newly refinished original hardwoods, old growth Douglas fir staircase, vintage kitchen, custom millwork & unbeatable potential. With alley access, there's a unique opportunity to create a Detached Dwelling Unit (DADU)–perfect for extended living, rental income, or a private studio (buyer to verify). Plus, a 931 SF roughed-in basement. Don't miss your chance to move in "as is," renovate, or re-imagine this special property in one of Seattle's most desirable neighborhoods.
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Listed by:
Jeff W. Smith,
Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc
$1,501,000
2137 East Shelby Street, Seattle, WA 98112
3beds
2,698sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
5,449.36 Square Feet Lot
$1,491,100 Zestimate®
$556/sqft
$5,569 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 04, 2025 at 04:03am
Offers reviewed: May 19
Listed by:
Jeff W. Smith,
Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc
Bought with:
Debbie Jefferson, 83865
Lake & Company
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2374194

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Other
- Level: Main
Den office
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, 90%+ High Efficiency, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Double Oven, Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: Bath/Stubbed
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,698
- Total interior livable area: 2,698 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 5,449 sqft
- Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Patio
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 5605000495
- Zoning: NR3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle Utilities
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle Utilities
- Utilities for property: Xfinity, Xfinity
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Seattle
- Subdivision: Montlake
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional,FHA
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
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