3015 Alki Avenue SW, Seattle, WA, 98116
About This Home
The Dolphin is an iconic 8-unit waterfront apartment building prominently situated along the shores of Alki Beach. Meticulously maintained and extensively upgraded, this rare investment opportunity features approximately 65 feet of bulkheaded Puget Sound frontage with sweeping water and Olympic Mountain views. Significant improvements include a complete exterior refit with brick & stucco finishes, marine-grade stainless steel components, fiberglass decks, & an 80-mil PVC roof membrane. Ownership includes primary & secondary tidelands together with boat buoy rights—an increasingly rare waterfront amenity. Distinguished by its signature landscaping & landmark presence along the Alki shoreline, The Dolphin offers a unique combination of quality, location, & long-term investment potential. Conveniently located near Alki Point Lighthouse, waterfront recreation, dining, & neighborhood amenities. A rare opportunity to acquire a legacy-quality waterfront asset in one of Seattle's most sought-after coastal locations. First time on the Market in 30 years!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Very Good
- Year built: 1958
Materials
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Flat
- Construction materials: Brick,Stucco
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 1997
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: 5-9 Units
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 12
- Bathrooms: 8
Features
- Window features: Thermal Windows
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Laminate,Carpet
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,See Remarks,Electric,See Remarks
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 7,239
- Total interior livable area: 7,239 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0148000814
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Sound
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Bulkhead,No Bank,Sound
Lot
- Lot size: 0.36 Acres
- Features: Curbs,Paved,Sidewalk,Cable TV,Deck,Fenced-Partially,Patio
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
- Coastal Flooding
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in King County and Washington
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $22,754 | $273,048 |
| Home Insurance * | $726 | $8,712 |
| Property Taxes | $2,850 | $34,200 |
| Electricity | $495 | $5,941 |
| Total | $26,825 | $321,900 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Washington FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-17 | Pending sale | $4,500,000 |
| 2026-06-23 | Listed for sale | $4,500,000 |
| 2021-03-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2019-07-20 | Listing removed | $2,600 |
| 2019-07-14 | Listed for rent | $2,600 |
| 2019-04-10 | Listing removed | $2,600 |
| 2019-04-04 | Listed for rent | $2,600 |
| 2018-10-11 | Listing removed | $2,600 |
| 2018-08-15 | Listed for rent | $2,600 |
| 2018-06-13 | Listing removed | $2,600 |
| 2018-05-02 | Listed for rent | $2,600 |
| 2018-03-23 | Listing removed | $2,550 |
| 2018-03-16 | Listed for rent | $2,550 |
| 2018-02-13 | Listing removed | $2,550 |
| 2018-01-12 | Listed for rent | $2,550 |
| 2017-11-28 | Listing removed | $2,550 |
| 2017-11-25 | Listed for rent | $2,550 |
| 2017-07-04 | Listing removed | $1,550 |
| 2017-07-03 | Price change | $1,550 |
| 2017-06-26 | Listed for rent | $2,550 |
| 2017-03-08 | Listing removed | $1,550 |
| 2017-02-27 | Listed for rent | $1,550 |
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