2606 E Garfield Street Seattle, WA 98112

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2606 E Garfield Street Seattle, WA 98112

Designed by notable PNW architect Patrick William Donnelly as the personal residence for a custom home builder, this custom residence pairs a dramatic, sculptural silhouette with refined materials of lyrical restraint: warm, inviting finishes grounded in thoughtful minimalism, where every line feels intentional and every view feels curated. The setting is as rare as the design. An adjacent greenspace and the 230-acre Washington Park Arboretum is quite literally your front yard, and the arrival feels inspired—as if you’re walking home from the park. And the neighborhood itself is part of the magic. This is one of Seattle’s rare pockets where you get genuine privacy and calm without losing proximity—an established, primarily residential enclave with a legacy-home feel, tucked between water, parkland, and the University. It lives differently than denser, more commercial Seattle neighborhoods: more canopy, more quiet, more space to exhale—yet still remarkably connected.

Mature birch trees frame a Japanese garden-style approach, leading to a formal entry that instantly shifts the mood from city to sanctuary. From the home, daily life feels effortlessly curated—quiet and private at home, yet moments from Seattle’s best. Montlake favorites like Oxbow and Café Lago are just a quick hop away, and the 19th Ave corridor—home to Monsoon and Rocket Taco—is equally close for an easy weeknight dinner. In the same short radius, you’ll find neighborhood staples along 15th Ave E, including Rione XIII and Smith, while the waterfront village of Madison Park—with beloved spots like How to Cook a Wolf, Cactus, and The Attic—is an easy drive when you want dinner that feels like a mini escape.

The entry itself is an architectural moment. A reclaimed Douglas fir pivot door provides tactile contrast to sleek, radiant-heated limestone floors—an immediate signal that this home is both design-forward and deeply livable. Once inside, the privacy is palpable: gallery-like spaces fill with natural light, while walnut-wrapped walls of glass open the home to its serene, park-like surroundings—expanding the sense of space and dissolving the boundary between architecture and landscape.

Just beyond, an intentional glimpse reveals the sunken living room—a subtle nod to mid-century design—anchored by a sculptural concrete fireplace with a linear gas insert and extended bench hearth.

Wrapped in glass, the living space enjoys two cinematic outlooks: one to the courtyard and lawn, the other to a birch-lined, park-like setting that feels borrowed from the Arboretum itself.

The architecturally significant design feels in constant conversation with its surroundings—pure lines, rich natural light, and quietly exquisite craftsmanship in every detail, including kerfed (trimless) doors, windows, and baseboards throughout, custom built-ins, expansive skylights, and a floating staircase that reads like functional sculpture.

A sculptural concrete fireplace with an extended bench hearth

Walnut-wrapped walls of glass dissolving indoors and out. Throughout, the trimless detailing and built-ins keep the aesthetic clean and intentional—architecture first, always.

At the heart of the main level, the kitchen performs like a showpiece—and like a workhorse. Calacatta marble slabs top custom walnut cabinetry, paired with Gaggenau cooking appliances, a newer Thermador refrigerator, and a newer Miele dishwasher, and the space opens beautifully to the backyard for effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining. for elevated everyday living and entertaining.

Improvements include newly installed New Zealand wool carpet in the bedrooms and office, freshly painted interior plus a new garage door opener. The home is also as smart as it is beautiful: programmable blinds, lighting, door locks, and cameras add ease and peace of mind.

The “green window”: A signature design element—metal grid cladding supports evergreen clematis for privacy while filtering light into the dining area, creating a living screen that changes with the seasons.

Kitchen to garden: Expansive doors open to the patio and yard, with the detached guest suite hovering above the garage beyond—an elegant blend of function and form.

The home’s material palette is quietly confident, and it shows up in the details—like a sculptural calm created by concrete elements, including a cast concrete sink in the powder room (pictured here), concrete walls and floors on the lower level, and the home’s statement fireplace that anchors the living experience with modern serenity.

Kerfed (trimless) doors, windows, and baseboards throughout

An open office/flex space just off the living room adds everyday functionality without interrupting the home’s gallery-like flow—ideal for work-from-home, studying, or a quiet reading lounge.

The home’s flow continues upward and downward with equal intention. The floating staircase—washed in natural light from above—creates a striking vertical moment, while a dramatic skylight shares daylight across all three levels, keeping the entire home bright and cohesive.

Upstairs, the primary suite is its own sanctuary—so immersed in greenery it feels like you’re floating in the trees—complete with a generous walk-in closet and a spa-caliber bath that must be experienced in person.

Wrapped in floor-to-ceiling marble, the bath pairs a floating custom walnut vanity with Duravit fixtures, radiant heated floors, and skylights that—together with artfully recessed illumination—create a warm, suffusive glow at every hour.

A second ensuite bedroom offers ideal separation for family members, guests, a private office, or long-term flexibility.

The full bath off the 2nd upstairs bedroom showcases floor to ceiling tile.

On the lower level, the home becomes especially versatile for the way people live now: two spacious bedrooms, a dedicated media room, and a bonus flex space that can easily serve as a wine cellar, gym, studio, hobby room, or abundant storage—perfect for anyone who wants true separation between work, play, and rest.

Both lower level bedrooms feature concrete walls, views out to nature and are spacious in size

With no direct neighboring sightlines, the home lives like a private retreat—quiet, protected, and immersive.

The yard has been professionally landscaped for the intention of both hosting and lingering: a boardwalk element, fountain-style water feature, and bamboo landscaping create texture, privacy, and mood. Irrigation and low-maintenance features keep it easy, including professional bamboo containment.

And the courtyard is the home’s outdoor centerpiece—private, serene, and beautifully designed for entertaining. Multiple gathering areas invite everything from quiet morning coffee to dinner parties that spill outside, while a calming water feature adds sound, movement, and an unmistakable sense of retreat—a true outdoor respite that feels like a hidden garden within the city.

Carriage house reimagined: Originally built in 1917, the former carriage house now serves as a detached one-car garage with ~480 sq ft of finished living space above—complete with kitchen, loft-style sleeping quarters, laundry, and bath.

And then there’s the rare “extra” that changes everything: a detached carriage house offering approximately 480 square feet of private living space with all amenities and a separate entrance—ideal for guests, an office/studio, multi-generational living, au pair housing, or the ultimate work-from-home retreat that feels genuinely separate from the main home.

An oversized EV-ready garage adds modern convenience and flexibility, and there’s abundant parking—a true luxury in this close-in location.

And when you do want to re-enter the city, the location is truly exceptional—close to the SR-520 interchange and the University of Washington, with an ideal launch point for commuting: quick access to downtown Seattle, South Lake Union, and major Eastside hubs in Bellevue, Kirkland, and Redmond—while still living steps from the Arboretum in a setting that feels worlds away. Immediate access to parks, trails, and community amenities makes the lifestyle feel effortless: serene at home, connected when you need it, and always surrounded by green.

What makes the Arboretum proximity so extraordinary is what the Arboretum actually is: a 230-acre living museum of gardens, trails, natural areas, and wetlands on the shores of Lake Washington, jointly managed by the University of Washington Botanic Gardens and the City of Seattle. It’s a year-round escape where a quick walk can feel like a full reset—whether it’s a casual loop through winding paths or a stroll along iconic Azalea Way, a level ¾-mile promenade through the heart of the Arboretum.

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2606 E Garfield Street

Seattle, WA 98112

$4,350,000

Residential

4 Beds

4.25 Baths

4370 SqFt

Active

The Glass Gallery House is a rare PNW luxury retreat—classic from the street, then a jaw-dropping modern reveal within. Just steps from the 230-acre Washington Park Arboretum, this sculptural, design-forward residence blends warm, refined minimalism where every line feels intentional & every view feels curated. Designed by notable PNW architect Patrick William Donnelly, this fully custom home delivers gallery-like interiors w/ kerfed molding, concrete elements, and soaring walls of glass blur the line between in & out. Arrive via a Japanese garden-inspired path framed by mature birch trees to a dramatic entry—an architectural moment—featuring a stunning doug fir pivot door & radiant limestone floors. Inside, walnut-wrapped expanses of glass open to a private courtyard sanctuary w/ multiple entertaining spaces & a tranquil water feature. The sunken living room stuns w/ floor-to-ceiling glass & sculptural concrete fireplace. A Calacatta marble kitchen w/ dining space performs like a showpiece, pairing custom walnut cabinetry w/ seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A floating open staircase, crowned by an expansive skylight, bathes all 3 levels in natural light. Upstairs: a tree-canopy primary suite w/ spa-caliber marble bath plus a 2nd ensuite BD. Lower level offers bedrooms, a media room, & flex space. Detached 480 SF carriage house w/ sep. entry & EV-ready garage. An ideal launch point for commuting w/ quick access to DT Seattle & major Eastside hubs: Bellevue, Kirkland & Redmond.

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Property Features

Community: Arboretum
2 Stories w/Bsmnt
Cable TV
Deck
Electric Car Charging
Fenced-Fully
High Speed Internet
Patio
Sprinkler System
Bus Line Nearby: Yes
Exterior: Stucco
Exterior: Wood
Roof: Flat
Parking: Detached Garage
Year Built: 2009
2025 Taxes: $26068.00
Buyer Broker Comp.: 2.5%
Listing #: 2479100

Lot Details

Lot Size: 0.13 acres
Curbs
Paved
Sidewalk

Appliances That Stay

Dishwasher(s)
Disposal
Dryer(s)
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)

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Interior

Bath Off Primary
Dining Room
Fireplace
French Doors
SMART Wired
Security System
Skylight(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Cooling: Ductless HP-Mini Split
Heating: Insert, Ductless HP-Mini Split, Radiant
Electric
Natural Gas
Fireplaces: 1

Community Features

Park
Trail(s)

Open Houses

Feb 21: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Feb 22: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Schools

District: Seattle
Elem: Mc Gilvra
Middle: Wash Mid
High: Garfield High

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206-395-4584

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