2540 32nd Ave South

SOLD PRICE: $1,880,000

(17.5% over listed price)

Nestled on the serene corner of 32nd Avenue S, this distinguished Mount Baker residence seamlessly blends the timeless allure of Craftsman architecture with an exquisite showcase garden, meticulously curated over many years.

Be instantly charmed by fine details like the wide and welcoming covered porch, interior picture rail mouldings, wide hallways, classic Bachelder fireplace surround, and windowed mahogany pocket doors. Separate formal dining and living rooms elevate the main floor, with verdant garden views from  every window, this is a no-less-than-wonderful home to entertain in.

The kitchen is outfitted with an abundance of cabinetry, gorgeous Brazilian Quartzite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Completing the main floor are two fabulous day rooms; perfect for use as either office, den, or guest room — both finished with solid wood built-ins. Upstairs are three large bedrooms, all equipped with Cherry Creek windows, including a King-sized primary suite with views of Mount Rainier and a stunningly skylit, renovated bathroom and large, walk-in closet. The daylight basement, with full ceiling height, offers a great opportunity for recreation room and/or home gym, and has direct access to the backyard. With living spaces spanning three full floors, there is truly no wasted space across this entire home.

As if the interior weren't enough, perhaps the main event is saved for the unbelievably picturesque garden; stretching across the southwest corner of South Lander Street and 32nd Avenue S is a granite rock wall featuring a variety of native plants, low vegetation, and beautiful Sunset Maple trees throughout the sidewalk gardens. From the back of the house, double french doors flow directly into the tranquil backyard, including an attached deck, landscaped patio, and a large roof deck, just under the shade of a quaking Aspen tree — all with pleasant views of the garden and neighboring South Lander Street. A full-sized, detached garage is just below. 

Wonderful and rare upgrades throughout including a gas fireplace on the main floor, new crawl space and vapor barrier, new upstairs windows and french doors on main, exterior and interior painting, new concrete entryway steps and lighting, new electrical panel, storm windows, and recently updated kitchen and upstairs bathroom… and much, much more. 

All of this, just two blocks from the entrance to Mount Baker Park, Light Rail, Lake Washington, and a short commute to both Downtown Seattle and Bellevue. This is truly the best of living in Mount Baker. 

 MT. BAKER NEIGHBORHOOD

With its tree lined streets, Olmstead brother designed boulevards, and gracious homes, Mt. Baker is one of the most popular neighborhoods in Seattle. Sitting southeast of the downtown Seattle core, it is the perfect spot to view Lake Washington, Mt. Rainier and the Cascade Mountains. It is a neighborhood of fine old homes, interesting shops and hip restaurants. Enjoy pizza or small Italian bites at Mioposto, sip custom crafted cocktails at The Velvet Elk or enjoy any number of special events at the Mt. Baker Community Club. The Club is said to be the oldest continuously running community club in the U.S. and in addition to holding neighborhood events, it is also available for private parties.

A wide range of outdoor activities are easily accessible. Mt Baker Beach beckons kayakers, swimmers and sun seekers to its sandy shore in the summertime while rowers of all ages cast off from the Mt. Baker Sailing and Rowing Club all year round. Mt Baker Park is host to tennis players and woodland explorers and Lake Washington Boulevard which borders the east side of the Mt Baker neighborhood boasts one of the longest walking/running trails in the city. 

In the summer, the Mt. Baker neighborhood plays host to one of Seattle’s biggest community events – the Seafair Hydroplane races which are based at Stan Sayres pits along Lake Washington Boulevard. Additionally, on scheduled Saturdays and Sundays from May through September the boulevard is closed to car traffic in observance of Bicycle Sunday.

The Mt. Baker neighborhood is easily accessible from downtown Seattle or the eastside and with the new transit station getting to the airport is a breeze.

Mt Baker has a true neighborhood feel fueled by community involvement and activities of all kinds from block parties and progressive dinners to book clubs and tennis leagues.  The Mt. Baker neighborhood truly has it all.

Things To Do:

• Mt Baker Rowing & Sailing Center

• Mioposto Pizzeria

• Mt. Baker Community Club

• Mt Baker Park and Tennis Courts

• Mt Baker Beach

• Genesee park

• Heyday restaurant

• That's Amore Italian Cafe

• Vitality Pilates

• Mt Baker Light Rail

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Please reach out to Alex Cury and Emily Shepodd for more information on 2540 32nd Ave S.

Alex Cury
Broker | Compass
206.369.4686
alex.cury@compass.com
alexcuryrealestate.com