Team Foster
4701 West Ruffner Street
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4701 West Ruffner Street
Tere Foster
Tere Foster
Moya Skillman
Moya Skillman

Historic Waterfront Estate in Magnolia

4701 West Ruffner Street, Seattle, WA 98199

$6,750,000

This historic waterfront estate is perched gracefully over Puget Sound in a coveted Magnolia setting. A rare offering encompassing 1.5+ acres of private, parklike grounds with hidden gardens and spectacular Sound and Olympic Mountain views. The glorious waterfront setting includes an additional tax lot of tidelands. The home and the estate grounds accommodate parties for hundreds. Designed by J. Lister Holmes, the beautifully updated 7,230+ square foot home pays homage to its original splendor with bespoke finishes throughout. A dramatic arrival establishes the home's architectural presence and refined elegance. The grand, light-filled living room with ceiling timbers boasts French doors leading out to just one of the spacious view terraces, ideal for entertaining. The open, renovated kitchen is an epicurean's dream with casual eating space, generous island and top-notch appliances. The adjacent family room offers another view terrace; a tranquil year-round oasis for enjoying gorgeous sunsets. 4 bedrooms including a primary suite bathed in natural light. 2+ offices with handsome built-ins for those who work from home. The lower level rec room with wet bar offers the ultimate hangout space. Nothing is missing from this cherished residence. Minutes to Met Market and the dining + shopping in treasured Magnolia. When the tide is out, stroll to Discovery Park along the beach. A unique opportunity to own a quintessential Seattle estate.

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Status
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
1929
Year Built
7,230 Sq.Ft.
Living Area
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Features & Amenities

Area & Lot

Living Space7,230 Sq.Ft.
Lot Size1.52 Acres
MLS® ID2524834
TypeResidential
Year Built1929
Lifestyles
Water Frontage57 Feet
View DescriptionMountains, Sound, Territorial
Elementary SchoolLawton Elementary School
Middle SchoolMcClure Middle School
High SchoolBallard High School
School DistrictSeattle Public Schools

Interior

Total Bedrooms
Total Bathrooms
Full Bathrooms
Three Quarter Bathrooms
Half Bathrooms
Flooring
Fireplace3, Fireplace Features: Gas
AppliancesDishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Other Interior FeaturesBasement: Daylight, Finished, Features: Bath Off Primary, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Jetted Tub, Pantry, Security System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wet Bar, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator, Wired for Generator

Exterior & Building

Stories
Garage Space2
Pool
RoofShake
Heat TypeDuctless, Forced Air, Radiant
Air ConditioningDuctless
Water SourcePublic, Water Company: City of Seattle (SPU)
UtilitiesPower Production Type: Electric, Natural Gas
SewerConnected, Sewer Company: City of Seattle (SPU)
Security FeaturesPartially Fenced, Security System
Green Features Features
Lot FeaturesSite Features: Cable TV, Deck, Electric Car Charging, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Green House, High Speed Internet, Patio, Sprinkler System, Lot Details: Dead End Street, Paved, Vegetation: Garden Space, Lot Topography: Level,Sloped,Terraces, Irrigation Water Rights: No, Water Access: Tideland Rights, Waterfront Description: High Bank, Low Bank, Bulkhead, Saltwater, Sound
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage
Architecture Style
Other Exterior FeaturesBrick, Wood

Financial

Sales Price$6,750,000
Real Estate Tax$56,362/yr
HOA Fees

Historic Waterfront Estate in Magnolia