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Storey-designed colonial on Capitol Hill for $2.25 million has classic style, captivating views

By SeattlePI Staff

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This 1913 brick colonial home in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood includes stunning views as well as a classic style that reflects the early 20th century design of the home.

This 1913 brick colonial home in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood includes stunning views as well as a classic style that reflects the early 20th century design of the home.

Photos by Andrew O'Neill/Courtesy Chris Sudore, King County Estates

If classic charm, sweeping views and a house with a "storied" background are your thing -- and you have a healthy multimillion dollar budget -- then this Seattle home may be just the ticket.

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Designed by prominent Seattle architect Ellsworth Storey and completed in north Capitol Hill in 1913, this red brick colonial home at 1649 Federal Avenue is a beautiful mixture of old-world charm and modern luxury.

Its 4,802 square feet of space include four bedrooms and 4 and 3/4 baths as well as a grand foyer, classy dining room, understated but updated kitchen and more.

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The master suite connects to his and hers offices that let out onto a private deck with views over Lake Union, downtown Seattle and across to the Olympic Mountains.

A lower level includes a wine cellar and tasting room, as well as laundry and media room.

French doors open to a fieldstone terrace in back, with outdoor entertaining space, luscious greenery and a built-in water feature. Volunteer Park is a short walk down the street.

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Asking $2.25 million, the home is hardly inexpensive, but it stands surrounded by multimillion dollar homes. Click through the gallery above to see all this grand house has to offer.

By SeattlePI Staff