King County property record for 3221 Franklin Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
| Property Type | Quadplex |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 1 ba · 4,855 sqft · built 1965 |
| Lot Size | 0.114 acres (4,950 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $1,950,000 (Dec 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $16,500 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Dec 2021 Sale & Mortgage Nov 2020 Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 195970-3185 |
| Primary APN | 195970-3185 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Units | 5 Units |
| Stories | 3 Stories |
| Building Area | 4,855 sqft Adjusted Area |
| Basement Area | 988 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1965 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1999 |
| Architectural Style | Custom Design |
| Construction Type | Wood |
| Lot Area | 4,950 sqft (0.114 acres) |
| Garage Type | Covered |
| Garage Area | 140 sqft |
| Porch | Patio |
| Porch Area | 70 sqft |
| Lawn Sprinklers | Lawn Sprinklers |
| Cooling System | Wall Unit |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Floor/Wall Furnace |
| Heating Fuel | Electric |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 195970318505 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 3221 FRANKLIN AVE E |
| City | SEATTLE |
| State | WA |
| Zip | 98102-7107 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Quadplex |
| Local Zoning Code | LR3 (M) |
| Legal Description | DENNY FUHRMAN ADD SLY 45 FT PLAT BLOCK: 43 PLAT LOT: 14 |
| Legal Range | 04 |
| Legal Township | 25 |
| Legal Section | 17 |
| Legal Subdivision | DENNY FUHRMAN ADD |
| Legal Block | 43 |
| Legal Lot Number | 14 |
| Jurisdiction | KING WA |
| Township / Civil Division | SEATTLE |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1013 |
| Census Tract | 6100 |
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places, as of August 1, 2026
| Historic District | Within the Chittenden Locks and Lake Washington Ship Canal listed 1978 · 14 contributing resources · NRIS 78002751 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
3221 Franklin Ave E, a quadplex, is owned by two individuals who bought it in December 2021.
Source: King County records, as of July 7, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 511 LAKESIDE AVE S, SEATTLE, WA 98144-2620 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Husband and Wife |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Dec 30, 2021 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
| Nov 25, 2020 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage FIRST FSLA OF PASCAGOULA-MOSS POINT |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Dec 30, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Dec 30, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Sep 18, 2003 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20211112 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Oct 19, 2010 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0000000512 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | KING WA |
| Recording Date | Dec 30, 2021 |
| Property Address | 3221 FRANKLIN AVE E, SEATTLE, WA 98102-7107 |
| Document Number | 0000001112 |
| Map Reference | VOL 7 PG 34 |
| Instrument Date | Dec 28, 2021 |
| Instrument | 20211230001112 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jan 12, 2022 |
| Title Company | FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $40,430.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 511 LAKESIDE AVE S, SEATTLE, WA 98144-2620 |
| Document Number | 0000001113 |
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| Date | Dec 30, 2021 |
| Instrument | 20211230001113 |
| Name | WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
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| Type | Bank |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Jan 1, 2052 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | KING WA |
| Property Address | 3221 FRANKLIN AVE E, SEATTLE, WA 98102-7107 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Title Company | OLD REPUBLIC TITLE |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 0000002602 |
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| Date | Nov 25, 2020 |
| Instrument | 20201125002602 |
| Name | FIRST FSLA OF PASCAGOULA-MOSS POINT |
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| Type | Bank |
| Address | PORT ANGELES, WA 98362 |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Dec 1, 2050 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 3221 Franklin Ave E was $16,500.
Source: King County assessment roll, as of July 7, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Washington |
| County | King County |
| Municipality | Seattle City |
| Unified School District | Seattle Public Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $16,500.00 | ||
| 2025 | $1,567,000 (+1.82%) Land $1,460,000 Building $107,000 | $1,567,000 (+1.82%) Land $1,460,000 Building $107,000 | |
| 2024 | $15,076.00 | $1,539,000 Land $1,460,200 Building $78,800 | $1,539,000 Land $1,460,200 Building $78,800 |
| 2022 | $15,730.00 | $1,839,000 Land $1,212,700 Building $626,300 | $1,839,000 Land $1,212,700 Building $626,300 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 3221 Franklin Ave E in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 23, 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
The area around 3221 Franklin Ave E has no burnable land within ember reach, so its wildfire risk is not rated.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Not rated no burnable land within ember reach |
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Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | SEATTLE PUBLIC UTILITIES serves 1,161,961 people · EPA ID WA5377050 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Jul 2025 |
| Lead | 2 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. This system sells water to local utilities; the supplier billing this address may be one of them.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 220 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| CenturyLink Fiber | 8,000 / 8,000 |
| Xfinity Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 2,000 / 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband Fiber · Cable in parts of the area | 2,000 / 2,000 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Google Fiber.
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