About this home

A rare opportunity to own one of three penthouses at the iconic Gainsborough — a 1930s Tudor Revival landmark perched in the heart of First Hill. This historic building offers a rare blend of old-world grandeur and elevated city living, tucked along a serene, tree-lined street in one of Seattle’s most connected neighborhoods. Step off the elevator and arrive at the top floor, where your private 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom penthouse awaits. The open layout offers the opportunity to make this home your own. Expansive windows frame captivating city views from every room, filling the space with natural light and creating a seamless connection to the surrounding skyline. Residents enjoy secure entry, a rooftop deck, and a charming historic lobby. Whether you’re savoring your morning coffee or unwinding at day’s end, you’ll appreciate the unique blend of historic charm, modern comfort, and elevated city living that only a penthouse at the Gainsborough can offer.

Location

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Basics

Property type: Condominium
Style: Condo (1 Level)
Stories: 1 story
Year built: 1930
Building area: 1,460 sq ft
County: King
MLS #: NWM2541335

Interior

Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling: Central Air
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Interior features: Cooking-Electric, Penthouse, Primary Bathroom, Sprinkler System, Top Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
Entry level: Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features: Cement/Concrete
Roof: Tile
View: Bay, Mountains, Sound, Territorial
Waterfront: No

Parking

Parking spaces: 1
Carport: Yes
Covered spaces: 1
Parking features: Carport

Utilities

Power: Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision: First Hill
Community features: Cable TV, Elevator, High Speed Int Avail, Laundry Room, Lobby Entrance, Outside Entry, Rooftop Deck
HOA dues: $2,640/mo
Property tax: $7,012 (2025)

Transaction

Original list price: $799,000 (12.5% price cut)
Listed on: Jun 17, 2026
Days on market: 95
Listing terms: Cash, Conventional
Possession: Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2025-05-28: Sold$815,000
2024-12-23: Sold$658,009
2000-02-22: Sold$739,950

Schools

School district: Seattle

Elementary: Seattle Public Sch
Middle: Seattle Public Sch
High: Garfield High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 13% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc

Listing agent: James DeMaria.

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Data last updated 2026-08-27.