Splendid Phinney Ridge craftsman filled with character! Ideally located on 78th Street just steps from local cafés, parks, and schools. This inviting home offers approximately 1,650 square feet with 3 bedrooms plus an office and 1.75 baths, blending classic charm with thoughtful updates. This fantastic floor plan brilliantly uses every square foot and features a beautifully remodeled main floor bathroom, an updated kitchen, and a cozy fireplace with a large mantle and wonderful built-ins that create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Natural light pours through south-facing windows, providing a “light and bright” feeling throughout the main floor. The lower level offers 2 bedrooms, an office, and a three-quarter bathroom/utility room. Outside, enjoy sunny summer evenings on the private back patio, complemented by a detached garage (wired for EV charging) and yard space perfect for relaxing or entertaining (exterior equipped with Rainwise). All of this in a fantastic location that’s ideal for long walks and just moments from some of the neighborhood’s awesome amenities – you’ll instantly feel right at home.
Property Details
Price:
$1,149,950
MLS #:
NWM2512438
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Phinney Ridge
Neighborhood:
705ballardgreenlake
Listed Date:
Apr 23, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,650
Total Sq Ft:
1,650
Lot Size:
4,635 sqft / 0.11 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1925
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Schools
School District:
Seattle
Elementary School:
Greenwood
Middle School:
Robert Eagle Staff Middle School
High School:
Ballard High
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Three Quarter Bathroom
Cooling
None
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Heating
Forced Air
Interior Features
Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Security System, Water Heater
Levels
One
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Exterior
Construction Materials
Wood
Covered Spaces
1
Direction Faces
South
Exterior Features
Wood
Lot Features
Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
Parking Features
Detached Garage, Off Street
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Roof
Composition
Security Features
Partially Fenced, Security System
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$9,647
Map
Community
- Address140 NW 78th Street Seattle WA
- SubdivisionPhinney Ridge
- CitySeattle
- CountyKing
- Zip Code98117
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Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Seattle as of Apr 28, 2026
1,932
Single Family Listed
52
Avg DOM
621
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,231,288
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Phinney Ridge subdivision, 140 NW 78th Street Seattle WA is a Single Family for sale in Seattle, WA, 98117. It is listed for $1,149,950 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,650 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1925. The current price per square foot is $697. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Seattle is $621. The average listing price for Single Family in Seattle is $1,231,288. To schedule a showing of MLS#nwm2512438 at 140 NW 78th Street in Seattle, WA, contact your Best in the West agent at 206-351-5550.
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140 NW 78th Street
Seattle, WA


