Welcome to the Starrett House, 'the Grand Dame', a pivotal Victorian home in Port Townsend. Private home or 'turn-key' B&B business (most antique furnishings included). Built in 1889 by George Starrett for his wife Ann. This home has 11 bedrooms, 10 baths, library, parlor, sitting room & more. A rare free hung staircase rises 70 feet from ground floor to dome. Frescoes of maidens grace the dome. Situated on a corner lot- sited to maximize light & views. Exquisite woodwork, painted high ceilings, period light fixtures & hardware, fire suppression system & fir floors. Close to downtown, shopping, library & beaches. Time-tested brick foundation & sturdy faux slate roof.
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Listed by:
Teresa Nomura,
Windermere R.E. Port Townsend
Bought with: Windermere R.E. Port Townsend
$1,375,000
744 Clay Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368
11beds
5,796sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1889
8,468.06 Square Feet Lot
$1,566,400 Zestimate®
$237/sqft
$1,882 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,566,400
$1.36M - $1.80M
$1,882/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 14, 2023 at 06:05pm
Listed by:
Teresa Nomura,
Windermere R.E. Port Townsend
Bought with:
Teresa Nomura, 20757
Windermere R.E. Port Townsend
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 1756860
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 11
- Bathrooms: 10
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 3/4 bathrooms: 6
Primary bedroom
- Description: 2nd flr, Red
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: 2nd flr, Nanny's Room
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: 3rd flr, South, glass door
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Ground flr, extra lg closet
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Description: 2nd flr, Drawing Rm, clawfootor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: 2nd flr, Nursery
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: 3rd flr, West
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: 2nd flr, Ann's Parlor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Ground flr, living space now
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Description: Ground flr, Accessible
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Description: Ground flr, MBR ground
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Description: 2nd flr, MBR
- Level: Upper
Bathroom three quarter
- Description: 2nd flr, Ann's parlor bath
- Level: Upper
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Bathroom three quarter
- Description: 2nd flr, off back hall
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Description: 2nd flr, drawing room bath
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Description: Ground floor, by laundry
- Level: Lower
Bathroom full
- Description: 3rd flr
- Level: Upper
Bathroom three quarter
- Description: Ground flr, Accessible
- Level: Lower
Bathroom three quarter
- Description: 2nd flr, Nanny's room
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Description: Ground flr, MBR
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Description: 3rd flr, central space
- Level: Upper
Den office
- Description: Library, sep. entrance
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Description: lg. library doors
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Family room
- Description: Sitting Room, fireplace
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Description: has a large pantry too
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Parlor, view alcove
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Description: Ground flr, workshop, elec panels, furnace, was a bathroom
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Description: Laundry, 2-100 gallon water heaters, 1 washer, 2 dryers
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher_, Dryer, Refrigerator_, StoveRange_, Washer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, StoveRange, Water Heater: Electric, Water Heater Location: 2 in laundry, Water Heater Location: 3rd flr bath
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Softwood, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,796
- Total interior livable area: 5,796 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Bath, Accessible Bedroom
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Ceramic Tile, Fir/Softwood, Hardwood, Wall to Wall Carpet, Bath Off Primary, Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, French Doors, Skylight(s), Walk-In Pantry, Fireplace, Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City, Mountain(s), Sound, Strait, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Sound,Strait
Lot
- Size: 8,468 sqft
- Dimensions: 77.01' x 109.99'
- Features: Corner Lot, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, High Speed Internet, Patio
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 989713804
- Zoning description: R2,Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: See Remarks
- Roof: See Remarks
Condition
- Restored
- Year built: 1889
- Major remodel year: 1889
Details
- Builder name: George Starrett
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PUD #1
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Port Townsend
- Water: Public, Company: City of Port Townsend
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Port Townsend
- Subdivision: Uptown
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional
- Cumulative days on market: 1246 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2023 | Sold | $1,375,000-3.5%$237/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS #1756860 | ||
| 4/15/2023 | Pending sale | $1,425,000$246/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #NWM1756860 | ||
| 3/4/2023 | Price change | $1,425,000-5%$246/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #NWM1756860 | ||
| 1/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000$259/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #1756860 | ||
| 8/18/2022 | Pending sale | $1,500,000$259/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #1756860 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,613 -25.3% | $1,247,707 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $10,186 +5.9% | $1,135,748 +0.4% |
| 2022 | $9,620 +1.9% | $1,130,748 +16.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98368
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Salish Coast ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Blue Heron Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Port Townsend High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Salish Coast Elementary
- Middle: Blue Heron Mid
- High: Port Townsend 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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