Rockhood
$1,150,000List price
3 bed · 2 bath
Pending

505 Belmont Avenue E #1101 · Seattle, WA 98102

Source: NWMLS · Real Residential · Eric Akines #NWM2564487

About this home

This is the one you've been waiting for! Penthouse perfection atop the iconic Lamplighter Building, designed by acclaimed architect Ted LaCourse in 1962 to coincide with the Seattle World's Fair—a true Midcentury Modern landmark on Capitol Hill. One of only 4 top-floor penthouse units in the entire building, this rare end unit residence is seldom available to purchase and boasts 3 large bedrooms. The unit underwent a thorough studs-out renovation by the current owners, featuring efficient mini-split heating and A/C in addition to hydronic radiant heat. Sweeping 180-degree west-facing views across the Seattle skyline to Lake Union, the Space Needle, Puget Sound, and the Olympic Mountains beyond from a 40 ft private terrace with huge walls of glass filling the home with natural light by day and incredible, vibrant and ever-changing sunsets as well as a glittering city by night. This building is about a lifestyle where residents enjoy a beautiful outdoor pool with a recently renovated deck and gorgeous plantings, creating a private resort-like retreat above the city. As a resident of Capitol Hill, you will have incredible proximity to amazing restaurants, nightlife, boutiques, coffee shops, and parks, with easy access to downtown and South Lake Union. Original midcentury architecture, a beautifully updated interior, and unforgettable views—a rare opportunity to own a piece of Seattle history. Welcome Home!

Location

Basics

Property type
Condominium
Style
Mid-Century Modern
Stories
1 story
Year built
1962
Building area
1,503 sq ft
Lot size
27,790 sq ft (0.64 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2564487

Interior

Heating
Ductless, Radiant
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Bamboo/Cork, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Interior features
Cooking-Electric, Dryer-Electric, End Unit, Ice Maker, Penthouse, Primary Bathroom, Top Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Washer, Water Heater
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Cement/Concrete, Stone
Roof
Torch Down
Lot features
Alley, Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk
View
Bay, City, Islands, Mountains, Sound
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
1
Garage
Yes
Covered spaces
1
Parking features
Common Garage

Utilities

Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Capitol Hill
Community features
Elevator, Fire Sprinklers, Game/Rec Rm, Garden Space, High Speed Int Avail, Laundry Room, Lobby Entrance, Pool
HOA dues
$1,633/mo
Property tax
$11,056 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Aug 20, 2026
Days on market
3
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional
Possession
Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2012-02-01
Sold$612,000

Schools

School district: Seattle

Elementary
Lowell
Middle
Meany Mid
High
Garfield High School
SchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 13% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Real Residential

Listing agent: Eric Akines.

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Data last updated 2026-08-24.