Dose, Charles P. and Ida, House
historic place
The Charles P. and Ida Dose House is a historic place in Seattle, Washington, located in the Mount Baker neighborhood. This residence was completed in July 1910, during a period of significant economic prosperity after the Klondike gold rush. It showcases the Arts and Crafts architectural style. Charles P. Dose, a German immigrant, real estate businessman, and banker, moved his family to Seattle in 1898 from Chicago. He was an early investor in Lake Washington real estate and instrumental in developing the Mount Baker area. In 1905, he platted the C. P. Dose's Lake Washington Addition. His architect son, Charles C. Dose, designed homes within this subdivision. The Charles P. and Ida Dose House is directly associated with an important period in Seattle's industrial and residential development. It represents some of the earliest exclusive residential properties built in the Mount Baker neighborhood during this era. The property is recognized for its historical importance and meets criteria for local landmark designation.