Welcome to Wren, a floating studio in a private setting on the Lake WA Ship Canal. This custom solid fir wood construction small home makes a perfect office or getaway retreat w/ everything you need like full kitchen & bath amenities and cozy wood-burning stove. Floats on old growth logs, has a wrap-around deck w/ room for your kayaks & water toys, nestled in a quiet park-like oasis right on the Burke Gilman Trail to get you easily to Ballard/Fremont/Lake Union and other neighborhoods. Old Stove Brewery 1 block away makes a nice extension of your backyard. Monthly moorage $1000, includes water, garbage & electric! Manager needs to approve tenants and pets. City-registered FOWR #857.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1975, this 51-year-old floating home is well beyond the 20-year threshold for a 'fair' rating. While the description highlights custom fir construction and full kitchen/bath amenities, the age of the structure and its old-growth log foundation suggest the property is dated and likely requires updates to systems and flotation to meet modern standards.
Situated on the Lake WA Ship Canal with direct access to the Burke Gilman Trail, this property offers a unique lifestyle with easy connectivity to Ballard, Fremont, and Lake Union.
The home features high-quality custom solid fir wood construction and a cozy wood-burning stove, providing a charming and durable aesthetic for a floating retreat.
The monthly moorage fee conveniently includes water, garbage, and electricity, offering a simplified and predictable cost structure for the owner.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =474, other record lot size in square feet = 16653.
With only 200 square feet of living area, the property is highly specialized and may not accommodate traditional residential needs beyond a studio or office.
The $1,000 monthly moorage fee represents a significant ongoing expense relative to the listing price, which may impact long-term affordability for some buyers.
No exterior & parking available.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 200 | 1,801.924 |
| Lot Size | 474 | 4,494.536 |
| Price | $175.0K | $974.4K |
| Price per sq ft | $875 | $569 |
| Built year | 1975 | 1948 |
| HOA | $0 | $78 |
| Days on market | 78 | 35 |
Aug 7, 2026
$175,000
Initial Listing