2143 N Northlake Way #34 · Seattle, WA 98103
Source: NWMLS · COMPASS · Nicole Bailey #NWM2530486
About this home
Classic Seattle character meets waterfront adventure aboard the iconic Red Tugboat on Lake Union. Thoughtfully maintained and updated, this one-of-a-kind floating home offers an incredibly rare opportunity to enjoy Seattle’s coveted houseboat lifestyle at an approachable price point. Tucked into prime condo-owned moorage, the location is hard to beat—with direct trail access to Gas Works Park, the Burke-Gilman Trail, and easy connections to Fremont, Wallingford, and the University District.Inside, the efficient layout is warm, functional, and surprisingly comfortable, designed for simple living with everything within reach. The well-managed dock community includes on-site laundry, showers, secure off-street parking, mailroom, garden space, and optional storage. Pet-friendly and rental-friendly (30-day minimum), this charming in-city escape offers flexibility as a full-time home, pied-à-terre, or investment opportunity.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Condominium
- Style
- See Remarks
- Stories
- 1 story
- Year built
- 1981
- Building area
- 370 sq ft
- County
- King
- MLS #
- NWM2530486
Interior
- Heating
- Stove/Free Standing
- Cooling
- See Remarks
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Appliances
- Microwave, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Skylight(s), Soaking Tub, Water Heater
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Wood, Wood Products
- Roof
- Built-Up, Flat
- Lot features
- Curbs, Paved
- View
- City, Lake, Mountains
- Waterfront
- Yes
Parking
- Parking features
- Off Street
Utilities
- Power
- Electric, Propane, Wood
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Wallingford
- Community features
- Dock, Garden Space, Gated, Laundry Room, Moorage, Outside Entry
- HOA dues
- $582/mo
- Property tax
- $1,562 (2025)
Transaction
- Listed on
- May 29, 2026
- Days on market
- 114
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Possession
- Closing
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Sale history
Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.
- 2023-09-05
- Sold$325,000
Schools
School district: Seattle
- Elementary
- Bf Day
- Middle
- Hamilton Mid
- High
- Lincoln High SchoolSchoolDigger 5 stars · Top 3% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: COMPASS
Listing agent: Nicole Bailey.
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Data last updated 2026-06-01.