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A lime-green houseboat that was transformed into a sleek tiny home is now on sale for $545,000. Take a look inside.

Lydia Warren   

A lime-green houseboat that was transformed into a sleek tiny home is now on sale for $545,000. Take a look inside.
The exterior of the houseboat for sale in Seattle.Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty
  • A 500-square-foot houseboat on Lake Union in Seattle is on the market for $545,000.
  • It was renovated in 2018 by HGTV designer Genevieve Gorder for the Netflix show "Stay Here."

A Seattle houseboat that was transformed from a turquoise and lime-green vessel into a modern tiny home on the water is now on sale for $545,000.

The boat underwent a major makeover on the Netflix show "Stay Home" in 2018, turning its cramped floor plan into a smart living space with an open, airy feel.

The one-bedroom houseboat is listed with Realogics Sotheby's International Reality. Here's a closer look at the unique property.

A 500-square-foot modern houseboat on Seattle's Lake Union is on sale for $545,000.

A 500-square-foot modern houseboat on Seattle
The houseboat on Lake Union in Seattle.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

Originally built in 2002, the houseboat was renovated in 2018 by HGTV designer Genevieve Gorder for the Netflix show "Stay Here."

Originally built in 2002, the houseboat was renovated in 2018 by HGTV designer Genevieve Gorder for the Netflix show "Stay Here."
The houseboat.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

Before its makeover, the houseboat had turquoise paneling with a lime-green trim. The "Stay Here" hosts joked it looked "like Scooby Doo's Magical Mystery Machine."

Before its makeover, the houseboat had turquoise paneling with a lime-green trim. The "Stay Here" hosts joked it looked "like Scooby Doo
Seattle houseboat before it was renovated.      Netflix

Source: Netflix

Now, it has a modern black exterior and a large door designed by a local woodworker, Laura Burkhart.

Now, it has a modern black exterior and a large door designed by a local woodworker, Laura Burkhart.
Exterior of the renovated houseboat.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

Inside, before the renovations, the houseboat was dark and felt cramped, and the appliances and decor needed updating.

Inside, before the renovations, the houseboat was dark and felt cramped, and the appliances and decor needed updating.
Inside the houseboat before it was renovated.      Netflix

Source: Netflix

Now, the main level is bright and modern, with an updated kitchen, a new built-in dining table, and features such as a gas fireplace and heater.

Now, the main level is bright and modern, with an updated kitchen, a new built-in dining table, and features such as a gas fireplace and heater.
The view of main room from kitchen.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

The living room is bright and airy, with elements of Scandinavian design.

The living room is bright and airy, with elements of Scandinavian design.
Living room.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

The windows that line the living-room area look out on to Lake Union and neighboring boats.

The windows that line the living-room area look out on to Lake Union and neighboring boats.
Main room.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

At the other end of the room, near the entrance to the boat, is the updated kitchen.

At the other end of the room, near the entrance to the boat, is the updated kitchen.
Main room.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

It has quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances, including a dishwasher and a small fridge.

It has quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances, including a dishwasher and a small fridge.
The kitchen.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

The built-in dining table has a live edge and banquette seating.

The built-in dining table has a live edge and banquette seating.
Dining area.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

The houseboat has a bathroom with a shower.

The houseboat has a bathroom with a shower.
Bathroom.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

There's also a washer/dryer and a ladder leading to a second level.

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Laundry.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

At the top of the ladder is a queen-size bed with built-in storage.

At the top of the ladder is a queen-size bed with built-in storage.
Upstairs bedroom.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

Its marine-grade windows are fitted with custom roller shades, according to the listing agents.

Its marine-grade windows are fitted with custom roller shades, according to the listing agents.
View from upstairs.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

Outside, there's a roof deck with enough space for seating.

Outside, there
Outside deck.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

As well as the other boat owners, the neighbors on the lake include otters, bald eagles, ducks, beavers, and salmon.

As well as the other boat owners, the neighbors on the lake include otters, bald eagles, ducks, beavers, and salmon.
Outside deck.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

The deck overlooks Lake Union, Gasworks Park, and downtown Seattle.

The deck overlooks Lake Union, Gasworks Park, and downtown Seattle.
View from roof deck.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

You can also see the Space Needle from the boat.

You can also see the Space Needle from the boat.
View of the Space Needle.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

The location also gives residents front-row seats to the Fourth of July fireworks on the lake, December's Parade of Christmas Ships, and the weekly Duck Dodge sailing race.

The location also gives residents front-row seats to the Fourth of July fireworks on the lake, December
Houseboat for sale in Seattle.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

Moorage fees for the boat are $880 a month, which include electricity, water, and garbage.

Moorage fees for the boat are $880 a month, which include electricity, water, and garbage.
Houseboat for sale in Seattle.      Amaryllis Lockhart/Realogics Sotheby's International Realty

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