
Seattle, WA 98117
A rare Ballard renovation opportunity on an exceptional private lot. Bring your vision, contractor and imagination to this truly unique 1955 Mid-Century rambler. Fantastic original extensive vaulted ceiling with big beams, fir wall panels, open concept, and attached garage. Set on an unusually large 13,920 sq ft lot, this property offers the chance to create something special in a sought-after location. The existing home is being offered AS-IS and requires extensive renovation, making this an opportunity for a buyer who understands the potential — and the commitment — involved in a rehabilitation project. The home offers approximately 1,460 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and an expansive parcel with a ravine setting. The existing structure provides a starting point for a complete transformation. For the right buyer, the combination of location, lot size, existing home and long-term potential makes this an opportunity worth exploring. Bring your architect, contractor and vision and discover what may be possible. Think Frank Lloyd Wright and his architectural designs.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1955 (69 years old) with no evidence of prior renovations, this property is explicitly marketed as a 'rehabilitation project' and 'AS-IS' opportunity. Interior photos reveal significant neglect, including missing or damaged flooring, dated wood paneling, and an original 1950s bathroom. The listing confirms the home requires extensive renovation, indicating that all major systems, the kitchen, and the bathroom need a complete overhaul to meet modern safety and functional standards.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 13920, living area = 1460.
The property features an unusually large 13,920 sq ft lot with a private ravine setting, offering rare scale and seclusion in the highly sought-after North Beach area.
The 1955 rambler boasts desirable original features including vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and fir wall panels, providing a high-potential canvas for a premium modern renovation.
The home is being sold in as-is condition and requires a total renovation, which will necessitate a substantial investment of capital, time, and professional oversight.
The current 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom configuration is undersized for modern market expectations, likely requiring a structural layout change to add a second bathroom.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades PK-5 • 0.4 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.5 mi
Grades 6-8 • 0.9 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,460 | 1,801.924 |
| Lot Size | 13,920 | 4,494.536 |
| Price | $485.0K | $974.4K |
| Price per sq ft | $332 | $569 |
| Built year | 1955 | 1948 |
| HOA | $0 | $78 |
| Days on market | 3 | 35 |
Oct 21, 2026
$485,000
Initial Listing