The Lake House

About The Lake House

The Lake House is a boutique 3-story mid-century condominium community in Seattle’s Madison Park neighborhood. Built in 1968, the property is structured as 2 low-rise buildings with 47 total residences at 2320 43rd Ave E, positioned directly on the shores of Lake Washington. The location sits just steps from the heart of Madison Park with immediate access to the beach, village cafes, and local dining, along with quick connectivity to downtown Seattle and SR-520.

The community offers direct Lake Washington waterfront access, a waterfront pool, a day-use dock, on-site management, secure parking, and elevator access. Individual residences often feature extensively renovated interiors with modern kitchens, quartz surfaces, custom cabinetry, open layouts oriented toward the water, expansive windows, and private decks or patios that capture sweeping views of Lake Washington, the Cascade Mountains, and glimpses of Mount Rainier.

Building Details

At The Lake House Condos, waterfront living feels both relaxed and refined, set within a boutique mid-century community along the shores of Lake Washington. Built in 1968 and composed of two 3-story buildings with 47 residences, the property offers an intimate scale paired with a true connection to the water. Located just steps from the heart of Madison Park, residents enjoy immediate access to the beach, neighborhood cafés, and local dining, while still benefiting from quick connectivity to downtown Seattle and SR-520.

Inside, residences at The Lake House are defined by light, views, and thoughtful updates that enhance everyday livability. Many homes have been extensively renovated, featuring modern kitchens with quartz surfaces, custom cabinetry, and open layouts oriented toward the water. Expansive windows and private decks or patios capture sweeping views of Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountains, often complemented by glimpses of Mount Rainier. The community itself offers a lifestyle centered around the lake, with amenities including a waterfront pool, day-use dock, and on-site management, along with secure parking and elevator access. With its combination of location, scale, and direct water access, The Lake House stands out as a compelling option for those seeking a serene, lock-and-leave waterfront lifestyle in one of Seattle’s most iconic neighborhoods.

Jeff Reynolds tracks The Lake House and the full Madison Park condo market as part of the Seattle Condo Authority Network. Contact Jeff for a buyer consultation, a current market analysis, or access to off-market opportunities in the building.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Lake House located? +

The Lake House is located at 2320 43rd Ave E in Seattle’s Madison Park neighborhood, WA 98112. The community sits directly on the shores of Lake Washington, just steps from the heart of Madison Park, with immediate access to the beach, village cafes, boutiques, and local dining. Downtown Seattle and the Eastside via SR-520 are both quickly accessible.

How many units are in The Lake House? +

The Lake House has 47 residences across 2 buildings, each rising 3 stories. It was completed in 1968 as a boutique mid-century waterfront community on the shores of Lake Washington.

Does The Lake House have direct Lake Washington access? +

Yes. The Lake House sits directly on the shores of Lake Washington with a day-use dock that supports kayaking, paddleboarding, and small-boat launches. Direct waterfront access cannot be manufactured or replicated and is an extraordinarily rare condition for any Seattle condominium.

Does The Lake House have a pool? +

Yes. The Lake House features a waterfront pool positioned directly on the water, which is a genuinely rare amenity combination in the Seattle condominium market. The pool creates a resort-like lifestyle experience that cannot be replicated at inland addresses. Pool infrastructure is expensive to maintain in a boutique community, so review the reserve study to confirm the HOA is adequately funded for ongoing replacement cycles.

What amenities does The Lake House offer? +

The Lake House features direct Lake Washington waterfront access, a waterfront pool, a day-use dock, on-site management, secure parking, and elevator access. Individual residences offer extensively renovated interiors with modern kitchens, quartz surfaces, custom cabinetry, open layouts oriented toward the water, expansive windows, and private decks or patios with Lake Washington and Cascade Mountain views.

Are residences at The Lake House updated? +

Many residences at The Lake House have been extensively renovated with modern kitchens, quartz surfaces, custom cabinetry, and open layouts oriented toward the water. Finish quality varies by owner renovation, so always verify the specific scope for any unit you are considering. The combination of modern interior upgrades and preserved mid-century architectural character is a meaningful differentiator from unrenovated peer buildings.

What are HOA fees at The Lake House? +

HOA fees at The Lake House range from approximately $600 to $1,200 per month depending on unit size, reflecting the waterfront pool, dock, and shoreline infrastructure. Contact Jeff Reynolds for verified current figures and reserve fund status. Always request the most recent HOA financials, reserve study, bulkhead and dock maintenance history, and capital improvement history as part of your due diligence, with particular attention to the building’s 1968 vintage and the accelerated wear that waterfront exposure places on exterior and shoreline infrastructure.

What makes The Lake House different from other Seattle condos? +

The Lake House combines features that are rarely found together in any Seattle condominium: direct Lake Washington waterfront access, a waterfront pool, a day-use dock, extensively renovated mid-century residences, a boutique 47-unit, 2-building footprint, and a Madison Park village location that blends waterfront proximity with walkable village charm. The combination of true waterfront access, resort-like amenities, and modern interior quality makes it one of the more refined waterfront ownership options in Seattle.