Commanding water views and endless opportunity come together in one of Magnolia’s rare large lots. Overlooking Shilshole Bay, watch boats, tides, and wildlife in the canal or stroll across the Ballard Locks. Distinctive details of this gothic, mid-century home include wood ceilings, spiral staircases, stained glass, skylights, and a grand sunroom opening to a poolside patio. A four-car attached garage, secondary garage, and dual driveways provide exceptional storage and flexibility. Set on a remarkable 18,600 sq ft lot, this historic residence stands poised for its next evolution. Whether you preserve its character, reimagine with modern updates, or create something new under NR2 zoning, this property is a rare canvas of possibility.
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Listed by:
Hannah Gregg,
Keller Williams Realty PS
$2,100,000
3653 W Commodore Way, Seattle, WA 98199
4beds
4,202sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.43 Acres Lot
$2,091,700 Zestimate®
$500/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Water viewsOverlooking shilshole bayStained glassWood ceilingsGrand sunroomDistinctive detailsLarge lot
- 63 days |
- 5,353 |
- 336 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 13, 2025 at 12:57pm
Listed by:
Hannah Gregg,
Keller Williams Realty PS
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2443119
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Split
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Wall Unit(s), Electric, Natural Gas, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Loft
- Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Lower Level: 1, Main Level: 2, Upper Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,202
- Total interior livable area: 4,202 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Detached Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Split
- Patio & porch: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Loft, Skylight(s), Solarium/Atrium, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
- Pool features: In Ground, In-Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Canal, City, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Canal,Sound
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Dimensions: 0.46ac / 18,600 sqft
- Features: Paved, Sidewalk, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Outbuildings, Patio
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope,Steep Slope
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Garden Space
Details
- Parcel number: 1025039041
- Zoning: NR2
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition,Torch Down
Condition
- Good
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: Seattle City Light
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: Seattle PUD
- Water: Public, Company: Seattle PUD
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Magnolia
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $500/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,066,000
- Annual tax amount: $22,423
- Date on market: 10/16/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 57 days
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Estimated market value
$2,091,700
$1.99M - $2.20M
$6,578/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,100,000$500/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS #2443119 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2025 | Pending sale | $2,100,000$500/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #2443119 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,100,000$500/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #2443119 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2024 | Sold | $2,100,000-6.6%$500/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #2293273 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2024 | Pending sale | $2,249,500$535/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #2293273 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22,423 +3.9% | $2,066,000 +1.5% |
| 2023 | $21,574 +3% | $2,036,000 -8.1% |
| 2022 | $20,938 +11% | $2,215,000 +21.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$12,553/mo
Principal & interest
$10383
Property taxes
$1435
Home insurance
$735
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Magnolia
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Lawton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Mcclure Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 10/10Ballard High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lawton
- Middle: Mc Clure Mid
- High: Ballard High
Source: NWMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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