Listed By:
Tere Foster, COMPASS
Moya Skillman, COMPASS
Bought With:
Yuan Liu, WeLakeside
Sold: $6,500,000
$250K
Below asking
Listed: $6,750,000
Sold date: Aug 10, 2026
4
5
7,230 sqft
Description
This historic waterfront estate is perched gracefully over Puget Sound in a coveted Magnolia setting. A rare offering encompassing 1.5+ acres of private, parklike grounds with hidden gardens and spectacular Sound and Olympic Mountain views. The glorious waterfront setting includes an additional tax lot of tidelands. The home and the estate grounds accommodate parties for hundreds. Designed by J. Lister Holmes, the beautifully updated 7,230+ square foot home pays homage to its original splendor with bespoke finishes throughout. A dramatic arrival establishes the home's architectural presence and refined elegance. The grand, light-filled living room with ceiling timbers boasts French doors leading out to just one of the spacious view terraces, ideal for entertaining. The open, renovated kitchen is an epicurean's dream with casual eating space, generous island and top-notch appliances. The adjacent family room offers another view terrace; a tranquil year-round oasis for enjoying gorgeous sunsets. 4 bedrooms including a primary suite bathed in natural light. 2+ offices with handsome built-ins for those who work from home. The lower level rec room with wet bar offers the ultimate hangout space. Nothing is missing from this cherished residence. Minutes to Met Market and the dining + shopping in treasured Magnolia. When the tide is out, stroll to Discovery Park along the beach. A unique opportunity to own a quintessential Seattle estate.
Listing Updated:
Sep 10, 2026 at 11:01 AM UTC
Listing provided courtesy of Northwest MLS. Information contained herein is derived from different sources but has not been independently verified by Urban Living, MLS Grid, or the MLS, and should be verified by the buyer. Open house information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office or agent presenting the information.
4701 W Ruffner Street, Seattle
Home Details
Category
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Type
House
Taxes / Year
$56,362 / 2026
Status
Sold
Sold Date
Aug 10, 2026
Listing Updated
Sep 10, 2026
Year Built
1929
Features
Beds & Baths
Total Beds
4
Baths
5
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type
Ductless, Forced Air, Radiant
Air Conditioning
Ductless
Fireplaces
No
Basement
Type
Daylight, Finished
Exterior
Construction
Year Built
1929
Construction Details
Foundation Type
Poured Concrete
Roof Material
Shake
Exterior
Brick, Wood
Water & Sewer
Water Supply
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Legal
Brokerage
COMPASS
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Listed By:
Tere Foster, COMPASS
Moya Skillman, COMPASS
Bought With:
Yuan Liu, WeLakeside
Listing Updated:
Sep 10, 2026 at 11:01 AM UTC