Rockhood
$985,000List price
Active

1543 15th Avenue S · Seattle, WA 98144

Source: NWMLS · COMPASS · Kevin Lam #NWM2593417

About this home

Perched on a sunny corner lot in sought-after North Beacon Hill, this classic 1905 legal duplex blends early-century character with modern comfort and territorial views, just minutes from downtown Seattle. A true standout, the property features two oversized units that live large and feel more like homes than apartments, each offering 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Both units were taken down to the studs and rebuilt with updated plumbing and electrical, individual gas forced-air furnaces, vinyl windows, and engineered hardwood floors. The kitchens shine with slab granite counters and stainless appliances, while the baths showcase porcelain tile and each unit enjoys its own utility room. Recent updates include a new roof (2024), fresh exterior paint (2025), and new interior paint in the downstairs unit, so the next owner can move in or lease up with confidence. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard and deck, four off-street parking spaces, and a detached one-car garage, a rare find this close to the city. Ideal for an owner-occupant seeking a savvy "house hack" or an investor looking to maximize rents, this property delivers flexibility and upside. Minutes to Beacon Hill Light Rail, I-5, and I-90. A rare opportunity to own a well-located duplex with space, style, and strong income potential. This is one you don't want to miss, and take advantage of up to 1% credit with preferred lender!

Location

Basics

Property type
Multi Family
Style
Duplex
Stories
2 stories
Year built
1905 (renovated 2012)
Building area
2,490 sq ft
Lot size
5,000 sq ft (0.11 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2593417

Interior

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Wood
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Corner Lot, Paved, Sidewalk
View
Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
5
Garage
1
Covered spaces
1

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric, Natural Gas

Community & fees

Subdivision
N Beacon Hill
Property tax
$2,069 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Oct 15, 2026
Days active
7
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2026-10-15
Active$985,000
2013-08-21
Sold$435,000
2008-05-07
Sold$330,000

Schools

School district: Seattle

Elementary
Beacon Hill
Middle
Mercer Mid
High
Franklin High School
SchoolDigger 2 stars · Top 56% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: COMPASS

Listing agent: Kevin Lam.

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Data last updated 2026-10-16.