139 NW 85th St, Seattle, WA 98117, Seattle, 98117 - 3 bed, 2 bath
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139 NW 85th St
Seattle, WA 98117
ACTIVE
CONDITION: POOR
3Beds
2Baths
1,360Sq Ft
4,280Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$1,680,000
SUMMARY
Analysis of 139 NW 85th St, Seattle, WA 98117 is currently available with a list price of $1,680,000. The property maintains a Poor Condition Rating (30/100), indicating the property requires renovation and updates to maximize its market potential. This presents opportunities for value-add investors. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Seattle Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.
Condition Analysis
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Poor
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Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1910, the property is currently an unfinished construction site. Although the listing mentions a 65-70% remodel and a new roof, the interior is unlivable with exposed subflooring, unfinished drywall, and non-functional bathrooms/kitchen. The high price and permit for a 37-unit building indicate the value is in the land and development potential rather than the existing structure.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Significant Development Potential
The property is uniquely positioned for high-density development, with a building permit for a 37-unit mixed-use project already in its third revision, drastically reducing the entitlement timeline for a buyer.
- Prime Greenwood Location
Situated in a highly desirable and walkable Seattle neighborhood, the location ensures strong future demand for the proposed studio units and ground-level commercial space.
- Included Development Assets
The sale includes critical pre-construction assets such as boundary and topographic surveys and architectural plans, providing immediate value and cost savings for the next phase of the project.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1360, other record living area = 860.
- Speculative Pricing
The $1.68M list price is heavily weighted toward the land's development potential rather than the current residential structure, which may limit the buyer pool to experienced developers.
- Incomplete Existing Structure
With the current home only 65-70% remodeled, any interim use as a rental or residence would require additional capital investment to finish the interior spaces.
About 139 NW 85th St
Attention developers! The property is currently undergoing a building permit (3rd revision) for a mixed-use building, 37 studios units (~ 275 s.f.) and 1 commercial space at the ground level (NW 85th St). Boundary & topographic survey, bldg plans available. The current home is about 65%-70% remodeled. New composition roof completed in March this year.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1910
- Lot Size
- 4,280 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 3
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,360 | 1,803.474 |
| Lot Size | 4,280 | 4,544.116 |
| Price | $1.68M | $978.6K |
| Price per sq ft | $1.2K | $570 |
| Built year | 1910 | 1949 |
| HOA | $0 | $68 |
| Days on market | 28 | 36 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Aug 12, 2026
$1,680,000
Initial Listing