4701 W Ruffner Street, Seattle, WA 98199

Seattle
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Pacific Commons
Listed by: tere foster, moya skillman
Office: compass
MLS#:2524834
Source:NWMLS
4701 W Ruffner Street,Seattle, WA 98199
$6,500,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • - sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Sold

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Price summary

  • Price:$6,500,000

About this home

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...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1929
  • Subdivision & Development:Magnolia
  • Listing ID #:2524834
  • Updated:August 20, 2026 at 06:27 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:5
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:2
  • Flooring:Carpet, Ceramic Tile Floor, Concrete Floor, Hardwood, Marble, Slate Floor
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Bedroom Description:Lower Level Bedrooms : 1, Upper Level Bedrooms : 3
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Daylight, Finished

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Forced Air, Radiant

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1929
  • Lot Features:Dead-end Street, Paved
  • Architectural Style:Tudor
  • Construction Materials:Brick Exterior Finish, Wood Exterior Finish
  • Exterior Features:Deck, Fenced-Partially, Patio, Sprinkler System
  • Foundation Description:Daylight, Finished
  • Levels:2 Story

Schools

  • High school:Ballard High
  • Middle school:Mc Clure Mid
  • Elementary school:Lawton

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Sewer Connected

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$6,500,000
  • Tax amount:$56,362 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:Cable TV, Electric Car Charging, French Doors, Gas Available, Green House, High Speed Internet, Pantry, Security System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:2
  • Parking description:Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Garage:Yes
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