
Portage Bay real estate.
Lakefront pocket between Eastlake and the U-District.
- Median sale price
- $840K
- Days on market
- 10
- Active listings
- 149
MLS GRID / NWMLS market data · zip 98102 · Sep 2026

About Portage Bay
Portage Bay is a small lakefront neighborhood at the eastern end of Lake Union, between Eastlake and the University of Washington. The neighborhood is best known for its floating home community and the Portage Bay Cafe.
Housing splits between Craftsman single-family on the hill above the bay, lakefront and view homes along the shoreline, and the distinctive floating homes themselves. Inventory is exceptionally tight and the waterfront housing market is highly specialized.
Median Sale Price
$840K
10 days on market · 6.3 mo supply
149 active listings · updated Sep 2026
Schools
Seattle Public Schools; TOPS K-8 or McDonald Elementary, Hamilton Middle School, Lincoln High School
Commute
5 min to UW. 10 min to downtown. 10 min to South Lake Union/Amazon.
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Live NWMLS listings in Portage Bay (zip 98102), refreshed hourly.
- Active2 days on market
$590,000
MLS# 2578354716 11th Avenue E #a
Seattle, WA 98102
2 bd1.75 ba1,002 sqftListing courtesy of Every Door Real Estate
- Active1 day on market
$349,000
MLS# 2571168530 Melrose Avenue E #705
Seattle, WA 98102
1 bd1 baListing courtesy of Carleton Park Realty
- Active3 days on market
$749,950
MLS# 25777012334 Franklin Avenue E #e
Seattle, WA 98102
4 bd2.5 ba1,446 sqftListing courtesy of Kronos Real Estate
- Active3 days on market
$546,000
MLS# 25767911550 Eastlake Avenue E #203
Seattle, WA 98102
2 bd2 baListing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Bain
- Active2 days on market
$2,999,000
MLS# 25771331212 E Shelby Street #5
Seattle, WA 98102
3 bd1.5 ba1,387 sqftListing courtesy of Urban Living
- Active5 days on market
$997,500
MLS# 25767252353 Federal Avenue E
Seattle, WA 98102
3 bd1.75 ba1,380 sqftListing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Danforth
Listing data courtesy of NWMLS. Provided for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use.
Common questions about Portage Bay real estate
- What is the median sale price in Portage Bay?
- The current median sale price in the Portage Bay zip code is $840K, based on the most recent NWMLS market data refreshed Sep 2026. Typical asking prices in Portage Bay run Single-family $1.2M–$2.5M, view and waterfront homes $2.5M–$5M, floating homes $1M–$3M+.
- How competitive is the Portage Bay real estate market right now?
- Median days-on-market in Portage Bay is currently 10 days, with 149 active listings tracked in this zip code as of Sep 2026. The market here moves quickly. Most well-priced homes are receiving strong activity within the first two weeks.
- Which schools serve Portage Bay?
- Seattle Public Schools; TOPS K-8 or McDonald Elementary, Hamilton Middle School, Lincoln 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 Portage Bay?
- 5 min to UW. 10 min to downtown. 10 min to South Lake Union/Amazon.
- How do I buy or sell a home in Portage Bay?
- RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Portage Bay 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 Portage Bay? Buyers commonly compare it against these adjacent Seattle neighborhoods.
Eastlake
Lake Union waterfront with houseboats and quick downtown access.
Montlake
Tree-lined Craftsman streets between UW and Lake Washington.
University District
Walkable neighborhood centered on the University of Washington.
Capitol Hill
Seattle's most vibrant urban neighborhood — restaurants, music venues, and Light Rail to downtown.





