221 northwest 50th street

Expansive 2,840 sq ft Ballard retreat offering sweeping views and turnkey luxury, and exceptional layout flexibility - including a lower-level media room easily convertible into a 4th bedroom! This updated 3-bed, 3.5-bath home lives large, with all three bedrooms situated together on the upper level, each enjoying city and canal views, culminating in a primary suite with a private view deck. Built for entertaining, the main floor features abundant natural light, newly refinished hardwoods, partial water views, a versatile open den ideal for a home office, and an open-concept kitchen boasting quality stainless appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a cozy grilling balcony. Downstairs, the fully finished lower level features a massive rec/media room with a closet and an adjacent bathroom. This incredible bonus area is perfectly primed to be easily enclosed to create a true 4th bedroom, a private guest suite, or a multi-generational living space! This level flows seamlessly through sliding doors to a fenced garden and a custom raised deck, elegantly designed to capture canal views right over the fence line. Enjoy year-round comfort with central heating and newly installed ductless mini-split AC. Offering ample parking with an attached tandem garage and driveway space, this pre-inspected, freshly painted home is ideally located minutes from the Ballard Farmers Market, Nordic Museum, Woodland Park Zoo, and vibrant dining, plus top-rated B.F. Day, Hamilton, and Lincoln schools.