2938 Fuhrman Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
What This House Offers
Waterfront Houseboat with stunning views of the Montlake Cut. One of Portage Bay's few "housboats" that doesn't sway.
Bring your kayaks and paddle boards and... be the first one to see this gut renovated houseboat in the heart of North Capitol Hill/ Portage Bay!
This charming and newly renovated home features brand new appliances, refurbished floors, and waterfront dock access plus storage for paddleboards and kayaks! Located in Portage Bay a hidden gem of a neighborhood nestled between Eastlake and Capitol Hill this home boasts privacy, safety, and walkability as well as convenient access to downtown Seattle, I - 5 and 520.
Short drive, bike or walk to the UW, downtown Seattle, Capitol Hill, Arboretum Park, Trader Joes, Gates Foundation, Amazon, Children's Hospital, Burke Gilman Trail and easy access to 520 and I-5 if your commute heads north, south or east!
The house features:
- 2 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- Refinished floors
- Kitchen with gas stove, brand new stainless appliances, and dishwasher
- Washer, Dryer
Amenities
- 2 parking spaces (1 garage, 1 driveway spot behind the garage)
- Bike storage
- Shared waterfront access on the property
- Shared waterfront patio park on the property
- Water access
- Kayak/ Paddle board storage available
Neighborhood Perks
- Directly across the street from Joey'z Bayside Market
- Close walking distance to Eastlake restaurants and bars
- Short drive, or longer walk to: U District Trader Joe's, University of Washington, 520, I5,
- 2 Blocks from Harvard Ave Bus Stops
Move in Details
- Available July 1, 2026
- 12 month lease agreement
- Monthly Rent - $4950 + utilities (water, sewer, gas, electric)
- Security/Damage Deposit - $2500
- Cleaning Fee - $450 non refundable
- Application Fee - $35 / per adult non refundable
- No smoking on the entire property
Distance To
-Downtown- 7min via car/ 30min bike
-Capitol Hill- 6 min via car/ 15min via bike
-UW- 2 min via car/ 5 min via bike
-Gates Foundation- 10 min via car/ 20 min via bike
-Amazon- 9 min via car/ 20 min via bike
-Children's Hospital- 9 min via car/ 20min via bike
-G00gle- 7 min via car/ 17 min via bike
-Ballard- 15 min via car/ 35 min via bike
Viewings by appointment only.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD:
Portage Bay is a unique community situated between Eastlake and Capitol Hill that is encompassed with neighborhood and waterfront homes along with numerous houseboats. The neighborhood features a couple of local restaurants, food markets, and parks most notably, Montlake and Roanoke Park.
The neighborhood is safe, walkable and scenic and is very convenient to downtown as well as Seattle's most prominent neighborhoods. Nearby elementary schools include Bertschi, McGilvra, Montlake, St. Joseph's and Seattle Hebrew Academy. Nearby high schools include Seattle Prep and Bush. This is an excellent place to be if you enjoy living near the action but in a quiet and peaceful setting.
Unit
- $4,950
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1000 sq. ft.
- Available Jul 1
Home Features
- Cable Ready
- Deck
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dock
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Patio
- Porch
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Tile Floors
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Bicycle Storage
- Garages
- Gated
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Waterfront
2938 Fuhrman Ave E is a single-family home for rent in Seattle, WA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
Parking
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Seattle, WA 98102
Area Scores
Walkability
Very walkable80 / 100
Transit
Good public transit70 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Travel and Transit



Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
University of Washington
Drive: 5 min (1.7 mi)
Seattle Central Comm. Coll.
Drive: 8 min (2.4 mi)
Seattle University
Drive: 9 min (3 mi)
Seattle Pacific University
Drive: 11 min (3.3 mi)
Discover Portage Bay, Seattle, WA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 2938 Fuhrman Ave E proximity to University District and Mariners Square. University District is 1.3 miles away, and Mariners Square is within a 33 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 2938 Fuhrman Ave E has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 35.3 miles. Transit options include Fairview & Campus Drive and Roosevelt.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 2938 Fuhrman Ave E are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.9 miles, including Interlaken Park, Burke Museum of Natural History, and University of Washington Fish Collection.
Airports
Living in Portage Bay provides easy access to Seattle-Tacoma International, located just 28 minutes from 2938 Fuhrman Ave E. Another nearby airport is Seattle Paine Field International, located 21.3 miles away.
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