Capitol Hill Real Estate

Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood is known for its rather colorful urban culture. Hip boutiques, coffee hangouts, gay bars, classy restaurants, alternative movie theaters . . . the list goes on. In fact, Capitol Hill is the city's most diverse neighborhood and it's not uncommon to see a punk rocker, cross dresser, and suit-and-tie on a single block.

Like the people who live here, Capitol Hill architecture comes in every style imaginable: Victorian, Tudor, Colonial, Spanish stucco, modern. Tall condominiums are sandwiched between mini-marts and block-long gated estates.

Buying Capitol Hill real estate will cost you. Tiny co-op condos are available for under $200,000, but expect to pay in the $400,000 range to buy a townhouse. And a modest three-bedroom, two-bath house is rarely seen for less than $500,000. In February 2006, the average Capitol Hill home sold for $455,263.

Capitol Hill real estate prices are high because of its exciting, upbeat lifestyle and convenient location. Just minutes from downtown Seattle, Capitol Hill is close to Interstate 5, Highway 520, and several major city arterials. Although some residents rarely leave the neighborhood (they live, work, and eat here!), for those that need to get elsewhere, it's fast and easy.

Volunteer Park sits at the highest point on Capitol Hill, offering residents and visitors a unique experience. Along with the standard amenities such as picnic facilities and a children's play area, this unique 48-acre park is home to the beautiful Volunteer Park Conservatory and the Seattle Asian Art Museum.

Buying Capitol Hill real estate will put you in the heart of community that loves life and isn't afraid to show it. A lively nightlight, several community theaters, and educational centers such as the Cornish College of the Arts, add to this neighborhood's appeal.

Find out how much Capitol Hill Real Estate is Worth:

Before your house is put on the market, your real estate agent meets you to review your comparative market analysis to help you accurately price your house.

In the meantime, use our online tools to get general information about sales activity in your neighborhood.

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