Montlake real estate.
Tree-lined Craftsman streets between UW and Lake Washington.
- Median sale price
- $1.5M
- Days on market
- 44
- Active listings
- 96
MLS GRID / NWMLS market data · zip 98112 · Oct 2026
About Montlake
Montlake sits between the Arboretum and the University of Washington, defined by tree-lined streets, Tudor and Craftsman homes, and the Montlake Cut connecting Lake Union to Lake Washington. The Montlake Bridge and SR-520 freeway pass at the neighborhood's edges, but the residential core remains quiet.
Housing skews to grand early-20th-century homes on well-established lots, with some lakefront and waterway-facing properties. Buyers come for the established character, proximity to UW, and quick SR-520 access to the Eastside.
Median Sale Price
$1.5M
44 days on market · 3.1 mo supply
96 active listings · updated Oct 2026
Schools
Seattle Public Schools; McGilvra or Montlake Elementary, Meany Middle School, Garfield High School
Commute
10 min to downtown. 5 min to UW. SR-520 direct to Bellevue in 15 min.
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Live NWMLS listings in Montlake (zip 98112), refreshed hourly.
Active2 days active · 2 cumulative$698,500
MLS# 2592534122 17th Avenue E #B
Seattle, WA 98112
2 bd1.75 ba1,138 sqftListing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Midtown
Active3 days active · 3 cumulative$825,000
MLS# 2591716218 24th Avenue E #A
Seattle, WA 98112
3 bd1.75 ba1,400 sqftListing courtesy of Real Broker LLC
Active2 days active · 2 cumulative$2,850,000
MLS# 2591445336 25th Avenue E
Seattle, WA 98112
5 bd5 ba3,306 sqftListing courtesy of Pellego, Inc.
Active2 days active · 2 cumulative$550,000
MLS# 25913491516 E Republican Street #10
Seattle, WA 98112
1 bd1 ba890 sqftListing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/East
Active4 days active · 4 cumulative$2,595,000
MLS# 25912801512 Arboretum Place E
Seattle, WA 98112
5 bd3 ba4,450 sqftListing courtesy of Ensemble
Active5 days active · 5 cumulative$3,550,000
MLS# 25826692004 McGilvra Boulevard E
Seattle, WA 98112
4 bd4.5 ba3,766 sqftListing courtesy of COMPASS
Listing data courtesy of NWMLS. Provided for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use.
Common questions about Montlake real estate
- What is the median sale price in Montlake?
- The current median sale price in the Montlake zip code is $1.5M, based on the most recent NWMLS market data refreshed Oct 2026. Typical asking prices in Montlake run Single-family $1.5M–$3M, larger and view homes $3M–$5M, waterfront $5M–$10M+.
- How competitive is the Montlake real estate market right now?
- Median days-on-market in Montlake is currently 44 days, with 96 active listings tracked in this zip code as of Oct 2026. Buyers generally have time to evaluate properties without same-day pressure, though best-in-class homes still attract competition.
- Which schools serve Montlake?
- Seattle Public Schools; McGilvra or Montlake 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 Montlake?
- 10 min to downtown. 5 min to UW. SR-520 direct to Bellevue in 15 min.
- How do I buy or sell a home in Montlake?
- RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Montlake 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
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Portage Bay
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Arboretum
Verdant residential streets bordering the Washington Park Arboretum.
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