
Capitol Hill real estate.
Seattle's most vibrant urban neighborhood — restaurants, music venues, and Light Rail to downtown.
- Median sale price
- $898K
- Days on market
- 38
- Active listings
- 211
Live NWMLS data · zip 98102 · May 2026

About Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill is Seattle's densest, most culturally charged neighborhood — a mix of grand early-20th-century mansions along 14th Avenue, brick low-rise apartments around Cal Anderson Park, and a constant churn of new mid-rise condos along Broadway and Pike/Pine. The nightlife, independent restaurants, and Volunteer Park anchor the neighborhood's identity.
Buyers here range from young tech professionals wanting a walk-to-Light-Rail lifestyle to longtime owners holding character homes on tree-lined side streets. Inventory turns quickly when priced correctly — well-located condos near the Capitol Hill Link station and craftsman homes north of Aloha both see strong competition.
Median Sale Price
$898K
$625/sqft · 38 days on market
211 active listings · updated May 2026
Schools
Seattle Public Schools; Stevens Elementary, Meany Middle School, Garfield High School
Commute
Capitol Hill Link station — 3 min to Westlake/downtown, 6 min to UW. 5 min drive to South Lake Union/Amazon.
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Live NWMLS listings in Capitol Hill (zip 98102), refreshed hourly.
Active112 days on market$2,300,000
MLS# 22066592208 Harvard Avenue E
Seattle, WA 98102
0 bd0 baListing courtesy of KW Mountains to Sound Realty
Active238 days on market$479,950
MLS# 2260887530 Melrose Avenue E #508
Seattle, WA 98102
2 bd1 baListing courtesy of Coast Properties
Active8 days on market$345,000
MLS# 23702622035 Fairview Avenue E #d
Seattle, WA 98102
1 bd0 ba561 sqftListing courtesy of Seattle Afloat LLC
Active1 day on market$869,990
MLS# 23715302372 Franklin Avenue E
Seattle, WA 98102
3 bd1 ba1,550 sqftListing courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
Active1 day on market$1,099,000
MLS# 2371664259 E Louisa Street
Seattle, WA 98102
4 bd2 ba2,120 sqftListing courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
Active1 day on market$275,000
MLS# 2391906408 Bellevue Avenue E #206
Seattle, WA 98102
0 bd1 baListing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/PSR Inc
Listing data courtesy of NWMLS. Provided for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use.
Common questions about Capitol Hill real estate
- What is the median sale price in Capitol Hill?
- The current median sale price in the Capitol Hill zip code is $898K ($625 per square foot), based on the most recent NWMLS data refreshed May 2026. Typical asking prices in Capitol Hill run Condos $400K–$1.2M, townhomes $800K–$1.5M, single-family homes $1.2M–$3.5M+ for restored historic estates.
- How competitive is the Capitol Hill real estate market right now?
- Median days-on-market in Capitol Hill is currently 38 days, with 211 active listings tracked in this zip code as of May 2026. Buyers generally have time to evaluate properties without same-day pressure, though best-in-class homes still attract competition.
- Which schools serve Capitol Hill?
- Seattle Public Schools; Stevens Elementary, Meany Middle School, Garfield High School. School attendance areas are reviewed annually by the district — verify your exact address at seattleschools.org/admissions before relying on assignments for a purchase decision.
- What is the commute like from Capitol Hill?
- Capitol Hill Link station — 3 min to Westlake/downtown, 6 min to UW. 5 min drive to South Lake Union/Amazon.
- How do I buy or sell a home in Capitol Hill?
- RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Capitol Hill and the broader Seattle market. For buyers, we provide curated active listings, off-market opportunities, and a tailored offer strategy. For sellers, we prepare an agent-reviewed valuation and a custom listing plan. Reach the team via the contact links on this page.
Nearby Seattle neighborhoods
Considering Capitol Hill? Buyers commonly compare it against these adjacent Seattle neighborhoods.
First Hill
Hospital district just east of downtown — condos, walkability, Light Rail.
Eastlake
Lake Union waterfront with houseboats and quick downtown access.
Central Area
Historic, diverse, and rapidly transforming central Seattle neighborhood.
Madison Valley
Walkable East Seattle neighborhood between Madison Park and Capitol Hill.
Montlake
Tree-lined Craftsman streets between UW and Lake Washington.