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21125 81st Street NE, Arlington, WA, 98223

60beds
51baths
28,247sqft
$7,300,000
$258price/sqft
$44,798/moest. monthly cost
$1,791,920/yrincome needed

About This Home

Portage Creek Apartments is a well-maintained 28-unit property located in Arlington, offering investors immediate rent growth with minimal execution risk. It has benefited from significant capital improvements, with 24/28 units already renovated featuring updated flooring, paint, cabinets, and CT. In addition, the exterior has been recently repainted, enhancing curb appeal and reinforcing the asset’s strong physical condition. Despite these upgrades, in-place rents remain below market, providing a clear opportunity to increase revenue without the need for further interior renovations. All units include in-unit W/D and feature large floor plans averaging 1,009 SF, a compelling differentiator in the local rental market. The unit mix is further enhanced by value-added amenities, including several units with attached garages and a total of 14 garages on site, 2 of which are currently utilized by ownership and offer immediate incremental income potential. Most units also feature expansive private decks, adding an outdoor living space that supports tenant retention and higher market rents. With a strong renovation base already in place, investors can focus on mark-to-market rent growth, selective completion of remaining upgrades if desired, and long-term optionality through future redevelopment potential via the excess parking area. Collectively, these attributes position the property as a high-quality asset with multiple, low-friction avenues for income growth and appreciation.

Getting Around

11
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
33
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
4/10
Post Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.8 mi
8/10
Arlington High SchoolGrades 9-121.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Very Good
  • Year built: 1992

Materials

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Brick,Wood Siding

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 1992

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Architectural style: 10+ Units
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 60
  • Bathrooms: 51

Features

  • Flooring: Vinyl Plank,Carpet

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard,Electric
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 28,247
  • Total interior livable area: 28,247 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 00776800002200
  • Zoning description: Multi-Family,Jurisdiction: City
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Territorial

Lot

  • Lot size: 4.30 Acres
  • Features: Paved,Sidewalk,Deck,Patio

Parking

  • Total spaces: 47
  • Parking features: Garage
  • Attached garage spaces: 14
  • Covered spaces: 14
  • Uncovered spaces: 47

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
    EarthquakeVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Volcanic Activity
    Volcanic ActivityModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Landslide
Volcanic Activity
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Snohomish 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 $36,912$442,944
Home Insurance *$1,574$18,888
Property Taxes $4,380$52,560
Electricity $1,932$23,185
Total$44,798$537,576
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$1,535,931/yr
40% on housing$1,343,940/yr
45% on housing$1,194,613/yr

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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: 10.7%
10.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.0%
3.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.6%
1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$258This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 98223$293
Snohomish County$348

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 98223$365
Snohomish County$396

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
2026-04-09Listed for sale$7,300,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentBrendan Greenheck
BrokerageNorthmarq Multifamily, LLC

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