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$1,520,000

Active

Listing provided by Helena Chen, eXp Realty

2

Beds

2

Baths

3,080

Sq Ft

21

DOM

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About this property.

Rare 9,000 SF combined opportunity in the heart of South Lake Union—2538 & 2540 Dexter Ave N offered together. Zoned LR3 (Buyer to Verify), this site presents strong potential for future redevelopment, including apartments, townhomes, or a boutique multi-unit project.At the same time, both properties are livable today with flexible use—2538 is a duplex (2 × 1BD/1BA) and 2540 is a ~2,700 SF single-family home (3BD/2.25BA), well-suited for owner-occupancy, multi-generational living, or rental income while planning next steps.Elevated site captures expansive views of Lake Union, Gas Works Park, Ship Canal, Seattle skyline, and the Cascade Mountains—a rare combination of scale, view, and location.Minutes to South Lake Union, Fremont, and Downtown, with transit, bike routes, and daily amenities nearby.A unique in-city asset offering immediate usability with long-term upside. Geotech and additional information available. Buyer to verify all development potential.

Property details.

Property TypeResidential
Sub TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1924
Lot Acres0.10
List Price$1,520,000
MLS StatusActive

Features.

Exterior

Cement/Concrete

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Forced Air

Flooring

HardwoodCarpet

View

BayCityLakeMountainsTerritorial

Site Features

Cable TV,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,Patio

Agent information.

List AgentHelena Chen
List OfficeeXp Realty
Austin Hudspeth

Austin Hudspeth

Licensed Broker · John L. Scott Real Estate

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Listed by: Helena Chen, eXp Realty

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Source: NWMLS, MLS#: 2511118NWMLS

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