University District Homes with Conventional Terms

University District Homes with Conventional Terms

Welcome to the vibrant and dynamic University District in Seattle, Washington. This lively neighborhood, located in King County, offers a unique blend of academic institutions, cultural attractions, and residential charm. The University District is home to the prestigious University of Washington, making it a hub for students, faculty, and researchers.

For homebuyers looking to settle in this sought-after area, the University District offers a range of properties with conventional terms. Whether you're searching for a cozy apartment, a historic bungalow, or a modern townhouse, you'll find options that suit your preferences and budget. With homes featuring conventional terms, buyers can benefit from straightforward financing options and a smooth purchasing process.

Living in the University District means enjoying convenient access to eclectic shops, trendy cafes, and beautiful parks. Explore the bustling University Way, known locally as "The Ave," for a variety of dining and shopping experiences. Take a leisurely stroll through the scenic University of Washington campus or enjoy a picnic at the nearby Ravenna Park.

With its blend of academic energy and residential appeal, the University District offers a unique living experience in the heart of Seattle. Discover the perfect home with conventional terms in this vibrant neighborhood and embrace the vibrant lifestyle that this community has to offer.

Newest University District Homes with Conventional Terms

$1,745,000
6 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2564195 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Immaculately maintained stately Dutch Colonial blends classic period architecture w/extensive modern updates & finishes. Gorgeous hardwood floors flow throughout the main level, grounding each room in warmth & character. The main level centers around an oversized living room & a light-filled sunroom, ideal for large gatherings, quiet mornings, or a piano tucked in the corner. Well-equipped kitchen opens to a formal dining w/custom built-ins; a main-floor guest bath completes. Upstairs - hardwood floors carry the same character to four generously proportioned bedrooms, each comfortably cooled by central A/C, surrounding a remodeled full bath. One bedroom opens to a private balcony w/territorial & mountain views. The lower level flexes to fit modern living w/a 5th & potential 6th bedroom, or keep it at 5 & gain a spacious family/rec room. A dedicated utility room w/exterior access adds easy MIL potential. Outside - a fully fenced backyard & patio w/alley access, smart sprinkler system, & a detached 1-car garage wired w/220V. Big-ticket items are done including electrical & plumbing, new sewer line (2017), new roof (2018), new furnace with central A/C (2022), plus solar panels that keep down the electric bill. Tucked on a tree-lined street, minutes from parks, coffee shops, restaurants & grocery. Timeless Seattle living at its finest, with charm, character & flexibility. Pre-inspected.

5248 17th Avenue NE, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Real Broker LLC.

$1,956,800
2561050 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Prime U-District Investment & Development Opportunity! Rare fully leased duplex on a large 6,599 SF lot in the heart of the University District. Zoned MR (M1) with an 80-ft height limit, 4.5 FAR, and no min. parking requirement, offering massive long-term redevelopment upside. The well-maintained property features a spacious 7-bed/2-bath main unit with updated luxury vinyl plank flooring and a 2-bed/1-bath basement unit leased to a long-term tenant. Additional amenities include an on-site common area laundry room equipped with a washer and dryer. Total units generate steady income for the 2026–2027 academic year while you plan your project. Survey and geotechnical reports available. Unbeatable walk score just blocks to the University of Washington, UW Medical Center, Link Light Rail Station, restaurants, shopping, and I-5. Perfect cash-flowing asset, land-hold investment, or future multifamily site. Do not disturb tenants.

4247 7th Avenue NE, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Prolink Realty, LLC.

$388,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2562612 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Move-in-ready 1-bed, 1-bath condo in Duncan Place, a modern community built in 2008 in the heart of the University District. This bright, light-filled home features floor-to-ceiling windows, a private balcony with territorial views, and an open-concept layout. The stylish kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a center island. A beautifully remodeled bathroom adds a fresh, modern touch to this well-maintained home. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry, an assigned parking space in a secure garage, and a unique private storage room offering added security. Building amenities include secure entry, rooftop deck with stunning Seattle skyline views, BBQ area, community room, and elevator. Pet-friendly with no rental cap, making this an excellent opportunity for both homeowners and investors. Ideally located near the University of Washington, restaurants, cafés, shopping, University District Link Light Rail Station, I-5, South Lake Union, and downtown Seattle.

4547 8th Avenue NE Unit #311, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Kelly Right RE of Seattle LLC.

$1,300,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2560573 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Timeless 1905 Craftsman, where historic character and thoughtful updates come together. A welcoming front porch opens to beautifully preserved interiors showcasing rich hardwood floors with intricate inlays, original millwork, leaded glass windows, abundant natural light, and soaring ceilings that continue throughout both levels. The inviting vintage parlor features a cozy fireplace and bay windows, while spacious living and dining rooms flow effortlessly into an updated chef's kitchen with granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, an eating bar, and adjacent breakfast area. The versatile main floor offers a bedroom and full bath, while upstairs you'll find two exceptionally large bedrooms, each with generous walk-in closets, an expansive full bath with a clawfoot soaking tub and separate shower, and convenient upstairs laundry. The unfinished basement provides abundant storage and workspace potential. Enjoy a private, fully fenced backyard with an entertaining deck, lush mature landscaping, rare alley access, and off-street parking for two cars. Thoughtfully updated systems provide modern comfort while preserving the home's timeless appeal. Ideally located with a Walk Score of 97, just moments to University Village, the neighborhood farmers market, Ravenna Park, Green Lake, cafés, restaurants, light rail, and easy access to I-5 and downtown.

5246 12th Avenue NE, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Redfin.

$799,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2540468 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Just blocks from UW, this rare PRE-INSPECTED END-UNIT TOWNHOME is not just a place to live, it is a smart UNIVERSITY-AREA INVESTMENT. One student can occupy the home while unused bedrooms create strong ROOM-RENTAL POTENTIAL, with NO HOA limiting your options. Tucked behind the front row of townhomes and set back as a corner unit, this home offers something truly hard to find in the U District: PRIVACY. Inside, ALL NEW INTERIOR PAINT, LUXURY LAMINATE PLANK FLOORS, SLAB QUARTZ COUNTERS, GAS COOKING, STAINLESS APPLIANCES, and an open KITCHEN AND LIVING ROOM create a bright, move-in ready main level. The living space overlooks a LARGE GRASS AREA instead of the street, giving the home a quieter, more residential feel. Extra END-UNIT WINDOWS bring in natural light throughout. The LOWER LEVEL features TWO BEDROOMS, a BATHROOM, and NEW CARPET through the bedrooms and stairs. The SECOND LEVEL offers a true PRIMARY SUITE, with an additional bathroom accessible for the TOP-FLOOR LOFT, ideal for an additional bedroom-style space, OFFICE, or STUDY AREA. ASSIGNED PARKING, MINI-SPLIT HEATING AND COOLING, TANKLESS WATER HEATER, ROOFTOP DECK, MODERN CONSTRUCTION, and a FULL PRE-INSPECTION round out the package. With a WALK SCORE OF 98, this is true U District convenience: UW, dining, transit, coffee, groceries, and daily essentials all within easy reach.

5244 Brooklyn Avenue NE Unit #A, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Stanifer Properties Realty.

$729,500
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2551590 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Why settle for a townhome when you can own your own charming Ravenna bungalow with a spacious yard? This beautifully updated home blends timeless character with modern comforts and is perfectly sized for easy living. The inviting interior is bright, stylish, and move-in ready, while the expansive backyard offers endless possibilities for gardening, entertaining, hobbies, or extra storage with multiple outbuildings. A rare opportunity to enjoy privacy and outdoor space in one of Seattle's most sought-after neighborhoods. Leave the car behind and enjoy an exceptional walkable lifestyle with neighborhood parks, local cafés, shopping, restaurants, and public transit just steps away. Convenient to the University of Washington, Green Lake, downtown Seattle, and major commuter routes. A true condo and townhome alternative with no shared walls and room to make it your own.

5621 Brooklyn Avenue NE, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Bentley Properties.

$299,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2553198 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Tucked inside the historic 1923 Wayfarer Cooperative, this 1 bedroom retreat blends old-world Seattle charm with the comfort and sophistication of a luxury hotel suite. Perfect as a pied-à-terre or a stylish home base for visitors attending Husky games and campus events, this light-filled residence is ideally located just three blocks from the light rail and two blocks to UW campus. Warm oak hardwood floors, high ceilings, and oversized insulated windows create a serene and inviting atmosphere. The expansive bedroom features a built-in Murphy bed for overnight guests, while a flexible sleeping nook off the living room makes an ideal home office or reading lounge. Thoughtful updates include rewired kitchen and bath, custom shades, two built-in wall safes, and a rare walk-in closet. The remodeled kitchen pairs timeless style with modern convenience, featuring Soapstone countertops, a porcelain farm sink, KitchenAid dishwasher, and convection oven with quick-heat halogen elements. The elegant bath is finished with dramatic black marble floors, adding a luxurious touch to the home’s vintage character. Enjoy easy first-floor access plus free laundry, extra storage locker, and bike storage in the basement. Parking is available nearby. HOA dues include property taxes, heat, water, sewer, garbage, and building insurance. With a Walk Score of 99, cafés, restaurants, parks, the farmer’s market, and campus life are just moments away.

4725 15th Avenue NE Unit #12, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Redfin.

$3,200,000
2552535 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Pasadena Place is a rare eight-unit multifamily opportunity located just minutes from the University of Washington, consisting of five townhomes and one triplex across three buildings. All townhomes were built in 2008, the triplex was built in 1927 and renovated in 2025. The property offers a desirable mix of spacious 2-, 3-, and 4-bedroom units averaging approximately 1,000 square feet, creating broad rental appeal in a high-demand neighborhood. All units in the triplex and one townhome have been recently renovated, while the remaining townhomes present a clear value-add opportunity through interior upgrades. Pasadena Place offers investors both stable in-place cash flow and future rental upside.

4218 Pasadena Place NE, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Real Broker LLC.

$4,950,000
2549382 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Prime development land in Seattle's University District — one block from UW's central campus, steps from U District Link light rail, and flanked by the retail corridor along University Way and 15th Ave NE. Three contiguous parcels totaling 12,960 SF, zoned NC2-75(M) and NC2-65(M1), supporting multifamily, student housing, and ground-floor commercial with mixed-use FAR up to 6.0. Sites of this size and zoning quality adjacent to UW rarely come to market. Priced at $4,950,000 — well below King County assessed value — offering immediate equity and full development flexibility. An exceptional opportunity for developers and investors seeking premium entitled land with the greatest investment value in Seattle's most supply-constrained university submarket.

4722 - 4730 15th Avenue NE, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Best Choice Realty LLC.

$6,500,000
2543808 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
The Laureate presents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-maintained 23-unit multifamily asset building in the heart of the Seattle’s University District neighborhood and walking distance to both the University of Washington and the Link Light Rail Station. Originally built in 1961, the property benefits from recent extensive capital improvements and interior renovations, positioning the asset as a compelling combination of stable in-place income and future revenue growth potential. Ownership has invested significantly in the systems over the past 5 years: including a membrane roof replacement, replacement of all individual hot water tanks, securing and gating the parking for 17 vehicles, as well as overhauling the sprinkler system. Featuring a unit mix of 20 sizable 650 SF, 1-bedroom units and one 800 SF, 2-bedroom unit, select units have been renovated with modern finishes including luxury vinyl plank flooring, updated kitchens, stainless steel appliances, including dishwashers and in-unit W/D installations. All units feature A/C, and 1st floor units include patio access. The existing renovations provide future ownership with a blueprint to continue remodeling unit interiors and capture additional rental upside. Additionally, there is potential to assume the current debt with term through 2031.

4731 12th Avenue NE, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Lee & Associates Commercial RE.

$620,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2543084 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Priced to sell. A steal price! Contemporary town home in the University District! Walking distance to nearby convenience facilities and stores. Vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors in an open living space! Beautiful kitchen cabinets and counter tops. Fuel efficient gas fired hydronic heat. Built-in alarm. Fresh new paint throughout the home and comes with a 1 car garage. This is a definite must see!

5033 12th Avenue NE Unit #B, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Skyline Properties, Inc..

$575,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2534449 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
The best part of this home isn't just what's inside—it's everything waiting just outside your front door. Perfectly positioned between Roosevelt, Ravenna, Wallingford, and the University District, this top-floor residence places neighborhood cafés, local restaurants, Green Lake, the University of Washington, University Village, and the Roosevelt Light Rail Station just minutes away, making it easy to enjoy the very best of Seattle while simplifying your daily commute. Inside, this thoughtfully maintained two-bedroom, two-bath home offers a comfortable blend of style and functionality with fresh interior paint, luxury vinyl plank flooring, newer appliances, and an updated kitchen ready for everyday living. The efficient 895-square-foot floor plan lives larger than expected, offering generous bedrooms, inviting living spaces, a private deck, and an oversized laundry room with full-size washer and dryer. Set within an intimate six-home boutique community, the property also includes assigned parking just outside your entrance and a dedicated storage unit. Whether you're purchasing your first home, investing, or simply looking for an easy, low-maintenance lifestyle in one of Seattle's most connected neighborhoods, this home delivers exceptional value, convenience, and everyday livability.

5624 Roosevelt Way NE Unit #302, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Real Broker LLC.

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