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1638 Palm Avenue SWSeattle, WA 98116

For Sale

$1,975,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $19,750

Perched in North Admiral with sweeping views across Elliott Bay to Downtown, this 1917 gem blends timeless romance with modern infrastructure updates. Spanning 4,100 sq. ft., the home offers 6 generous bedrooms, 2¼ baths, and a full basement. An open floor plan showcases original wood floors and rare Mayan Revival fireplace, creating a warm, vintage charm. Coved ceilings in the living and dining areas add extra elegance with both spaces boasting massive windows to the expanse outside. Updates to wiring, plumbing, and boiler ensure peace of mind. Loved by one family for nearly 90 years, this storied residence invites you to write its next chapter. Enjoy its old charm, or update as you see fit. This Palm Avenue view side home is a rare find.

Listed by Todd Crooks

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Keller Williams Seattle Metro

Last updated October 22, 2025

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Source: NWMLS #2439777

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodNorth Admiral
  • Bedrooms6
  • Bathrooms3
  • Days on Prevu23
  • Taxes$2,376/year
  • Size2,950 sqft
  • Price per sqft$669

Amenities

  • Pets Allowed
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

10/02/2025
Listed by Keller Williams Seattle Metro
$1,975,000

Property Details for 1638 Palm Avenue SW

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Composition, Torch Down
  • Structure Type: House
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Building Name: 1st Plat Of West Seattle
  • Construction Materials: Metal/Vinyl, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Metal/Vinyl, Wood

Features

  • Direction Faces: Northwest
  • View: Bay, City, Mountain(s)

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 4,100
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50,117
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6,000
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 9272202045
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,376.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher(s), Disposal, Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl Plank, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Closet(s)

Measurements

  • Living Area: 2,950

Rooms

  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Other

Location

  • Subdivision Name: North Admiral

Parking

Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off Street
  • Parking Total: 2

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: Lafayette

High School

  • High School: West Seattle High
  • High School District: Seattle

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: Madison Mid

Utilities

Equipment

  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public

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