Seattle has plenty of modern townhouses, but one recently making the rounds online stands out for a very different reason. A Capitol Hill home featured by Zillow Gone Wild is located inside a converted historic church and looks more like a boutique hotel or film set than a typical Seattle residence.
The property, listed at $2.42 million, sits at the corner of 16th Avenue and East Denny Way in Capitol Hill. The three-bedroom, four-bath home spans 2,610 square feet and is part of The Sanctuary, a former church that was redeveloped into luxury residences several years ago.
While Seattle has no shortage of adaptive reuse projects, this one leans heavily into the building’s original architecture. The unit features 35-foot ceilings, large stained-glass windows, and a layout that preserves many of the church’s historic details. Pictures of the interior showcase a design that mixes gothic-inspired interiors with modern furnishings, vintage decor, and custom-built elements.
Some of the more unusual features include a hidden whiskey bar and a number of antique touches incorporated throughout the home. The listing also includes a few practical perks that are harder to find in dense Capitol Hill housing: two secure garage parking spaces, Tesla charging capability, and additional storage space.
The Sanctuary itself has long been one of Seattle’s more recognizable residential conversions, especially for people interested in historic preservation and unconventional architecture. The units in this building don’t hit the market often, and when they do, they tend to attract attention well beyond Seattle real estate circles.
If you’re interested in living in a former church (and you have a spare $2.4 million on hand), you can view the full listing on Urban Living.
