If You Love Midcenturies and Houseboats, This $1.2M
Thursday, Aug 6, 2026

If You Love Midcenturies and Houseboats, This $1.2M Floating Home Has the Best of Both Worlds

Moored in Seattle’s Portage Bay, the 1958 residence by architect Gerald van Slyck conjures up cabin vibes with cozy wood-wrapped interiors.

Location: 3130 Portage Bay Place E #C, Seattle, Washington

Price: $1,175,000

Year Built: 1958

Original Architect: Gerald Van Slyck

Footprint: 833 square feet (1 bed, 1 bath)

From the Agent: "Come live in your custom floating home with 43-foot moorage, parking, and a well-managed HOA. Enjoy the perfect balance of lakeside tranquility and city convenience in this floating home by architect Gerald Van Slyck. Vaulted ceilings and expansive windows flood the home with natural light, while two outdoor spaces offer seamless indoor/outdoor living on the water. A rare and atypical 43-foot moorage offers exceptional flexibility to accommodate a wide range of vessels, including sailboats. A well-managed HOA covers utilities and supports long-term upkeep for easy ownership. Live on the lake with quick access to Seattle’s metropolitan neighborhoods, dining, cafes, and entertainment."


The houseboat has been staged by solid oak furniture maker Keeps, rug design practice Studio Tenjung, and local vintage design shop In The Comfort Of.

The houseboat has been staged by furniture maker Keeps, rug design practice Studio Tenjung, and local vintage design shop In The Comfort Of.

Photo by Emily Un


If You Love Midcenturies and Houseboats, This $1.2M Floating Home Has the Best of Both Worlds

Photo by Emily Un


A 1950s modular sofa by Martin Borenstein anchors the living, accented by Studio Tenjung's LIWU yak wool rug.

A 1950s modular sofa by Martin Borenstein anchors the living, accented by Studio Tenjung’s Liwu yak wool rug.

Photo by Emily Un

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By: Grace Bernard
Title: If You Love Midcenturies and Houseboats, This $1.2M Floating Home Has the Best of Both Worlds
Sourced From: www.dwell.com/article/gerald-van-slyck-midcentury-houseboat-portage-bay-seattle-real-estate-65b514ae
Published Date: Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:57:51 GMT