2538 Dexter Ave N Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98109
Local realty services provided by:Imagine Realty ERA Powered
Listed by: helena chen
Office: exp realty
MLS#:2511118
Source:NWMLS
2538 Dexter Ave N Avenue N,Seattle, WA 98109
$1,520,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 3,080 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Price summary
- Price:$1,520,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$493.51
About this home
Rare 9,000 SF combined opportunity in the heart of South Lake Union—2538 & 2540 Dexter Ave N offered together. Zoned LR3 (Buyer to Verify), this site presents strong potential for future redevelopment, including apartments, townhomes, or a boutique multi-unit project.At the same time, both properties are livable today with flexible use—2538 is a duplex (2 × 1BD/1BA) and 2540 is a ~2,700 SF single-family home (3BD/2.25BA), well-suited for owner-occupancy, multi-generational living, or rental income while planning next steps.Elevated site captures expansive views of Lake Union, Gas Works Park, Ship Canal, Seattle skyline, and the Cascade Mountains—a rare combination of scale, view, and location.Minutes to South Lake Union, Fremont, and Downtown, with transit, bike routes, and daily amenities nearby.A unique in-city asset offering immediate usability with long-term upside. Geotech and additional information available. Buyer to verify all development potential.
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Home facts
- Year built:1924
- Listing ID #:2511118
- Updated:April 30, 2026 at 10:58 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Carpet, Hardwood
- Bedroom Description:Main Level Bedrooms : 2
- Basement:Yes
- Living area:3,080 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Forced Air
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Composition
- Year built:1924
- Building area:3,080 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.1 Acres
- Lot Features:Curbed Lot, Paved, Sidewalk
- Construction Materials:Cement/Concrete Exterior Finish
- Exterior Features:Fenced-Partially, Patio
- Foundation Description:None
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Lincoln High
- Middle school:Mc Clure Mid
- Elementary school:Hay
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,520,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$493.51
- Tax amount:$10,364 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Amenities:Cable TV, Gas Available
Parking
- Parking description:Off Street Parking
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