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816 N 38th Street, Seattle, WA, 98103

6beds
6baths
5,030sqft
$1,900,000
$378price/sqft
$11,859/moest. monthly cost
$474,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Originally constructed in 1990, the four-story building consists of five spacious residential apartments and one highly desirable commercial suite, creating a diversified income stream uncommon among properties of this size. The residential component includes four oversized one-bedroom units and one expansive two-bedroom unit, each featuring thoughtful floorplans designed to maximize functionality and natural light. All apartment homes benefit from southern exposure and offer generous living spaces, large bedrooms, well-appointed kitchens with abundant cabinetry, and private outdoor patios. Additional in-unit amenities include a range, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and air-conditioning. The ground-floor commercial space further enhances the property’s appeal, offering an attractive, flexible environment characterized by beautiful hardwood flooring, a kitchenette, and a private shower. This unique component provides investors with additional income diversification while serving a variety of potential tenant uses. The property has been meticulously maintained throughout ownership and features frame construction with durable vinyl siding and a pitched roof that remains in excellent condition. Additional tenant amenities include a common laundry facility, an inviting rooftop deck with neighborhood views, and an exceptional 1:1 parking ratio, an rare feature in Fremont’s urban core.

Getting Around

80
WalkingVery Walkable
62
TransitGood Transit
82
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

9/10
B F Day Elementary SchoolGrades PK-50.1 mi
10/10
Lincoln High SchoolGrades 9-120.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1990

Materials

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Architectural style: 5-9 Units
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 6

Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood,Vinyl Plank,Carpet

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Electric
  • Cooling features: Forced Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,030
  • Total interior livable area: 5,030 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1972201671
  • Zoning description: Multi-Family,Jurisdiction: City
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: City,Lake,Mountain(s),Partial,Territorial
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Lake

Lot

  • Lot size: 2,400 sqft
  • Features: Curbs,Paved,Sidewalk,Deck,Patio,Rooftop Deck

Parking

  • Total spaces: 9
  • Covered spaces: 5
  • Uncovered spaces: 4
  • Carport spaces: 5

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Heat Wave

FEMA Declared Disasters in King County and Washington

Fire
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $9,607$115,284
Home Insurance *$276$3,312
Property Taxes $1,632$19,584
Electricity $344$4,128
Total$11,859$142,308
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$406,594/yr
40% on housing$355,770/yr
45% on housing$316,240/yr

Washington FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 306Commercial: 55
Total Premiums$858,000
Total Exposure$176.33M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.9%
8.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.0%
3.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.7%
1.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$378This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98103$388
King County$442

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98103$573
King County$485

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-06-17Listed for sale$1,900,000
2006-01-05Sold$898,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentRichard L. Kemp
BrokerageWestlake Associates, Inc.

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