A two-bedroom condo on the 31st floor of the Olive 8 closed for $1.1 million yesterday, one of 38 condos sold in Seattle in the past week. The Olive 8 deal is interesting, not just because it was the highest-priced unit in the bunch, but because it sold at a pretty lofty price just a… Read More
We feature a lot of sweet lofts here. But not everyone can afford a million dollar loft in the heart of Capitol Hill. So for those of you looking for a “starter loft” there’s one the Talisman (1000 Union St). Unit 209 is only 508 square feet, but it does look like a double height… Read More
As our January Condo Market Report pointed out, the median price for Seattle condos is up more than 20% compared to a year ago. But there are still reasonably-prices homes available on the market. Here are several that I think would make a pretty good home or a potential investment property. I really like this… Read More
After a three-month hiatus, the stunning penthouse at the Meridian is back on the market. The new listing features a few fresh photos and a $162,000 price drop. I wonder if that’s enough to attract a buyer this time around, given the potential threats to the unit’s main attraction… The two-bedroom, 2,189 sq. ft condo… Read More
Mid-century fans, here’s the condo for you. The Talisman is a mid-century building designed by Space Needle architect John Graham. And today a loft, #313, hit the market for $215k. For that you get 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and 600 square feet. We expect this place to go fast even though there is no parking.
Urbnlivn reader Dave recently wrote in with an update on his condo search and sent along some before and afters that make an excellent case for fixer uppers. We met Dave about a year ago at an urbnlivn Meetup at the Monique Lofts. He and his girlfriend Jami were having a hard time finding a… Read More
Happy New Year everyone! Let’s get 2011 wrapped up here — a look at Redfin shows that the final week in 2011 yielded 29 sold condos and townhouses in Seattle. In new construction condos that means #3110 sold at Olive 8 and then a few more at Escala. Escala (1920 4th Ave) Four more condos… Read More
20 condos and townhouses sold last week in Seattle. In new construction condos, one unit sold at Decatur (#912 for just under $223K) and then there’s a few others of note. 3056 24th Ave W Someone must have walked in with a suitcase of cash because this Magnolia townhouse was listed on Dec 7 for… Read More
There were 27 condos and townhouses that sold last week in Seattle. Notables include one half of that splitsville double unit on First Hill and some movement with new construction condos: Marselle and Escala each sold two. Gainsborough (1017 Minor Ave #804) The larger half of this former double unit at the Gainsborough sold for… Read More
The last time we checked in on new construction condo inventory was back in July, and before that in May. In May inventory looked to be 75% sold, then the needle shifted to 77% in July, and now the properties tracked in this list are 81% sold in all. As for what’s gone down the… Read More
Recently CHS Blog has profiled two spendy listings on Capitol Hill and First Hill. If you haven’t already given ‘em an ogle then here you go. Most Expensive Capitol Hill Sale Ever? $11.2M mansion on Harvard Ave E (Redfin Listing). Legendary’ First Hill penthouse hits market — $6.7 million. One owner, 6,900 square feet at… Read More
After a month’s hiatus from the MLS, it looks like the double unit on the 8th floor of the Gainsborough has split into two listings. Originally listed in May as one condo with an asking price of $839K, the 5bd/3b and nearly 2,600 square foot condo has been divided. 1017 Minor Ave #803 – 2bd/1b,… Read More
Just like many of you, I am won over by lustworthy lofts with their industrial elements and modern furnishings. But I blame the two years I spent in San Francisco living in an early century building for the instant crush I develop on classic interiors such as the ones you find in Old Colony on… Read More
Just noticed this morning that there are three units at First Hill’s Decatur that dropped by $28K+ from pricing in March. #610 – 1 bedroom, 630 sf for $176,950, was $213,950 (17% lower) #812 – 1 bedroom, 700 sf for $177,950, was $209,950 (15% lower) #1102 – 1 bedroom, 540 sf for $159,950, was $187,950… Read More
This 1909-built residence contains an admirable assembly of modern furnishings. I originally queued up this 2-bedroom, 1,067 square foot condo on First Hill for my “old school” open houses post but I liked the interiors so much I wanted to show you more than just one photo. Located at 615 Boren Ave #26, this condo… Read More
Just over two months ago, I did a roundup of new construction condo inventory in Seattle. It seems about time to check in and see where things stand now. Last time I said that inventory was 69% sold overall; however, I missed a few properties in my roundup. So after adding those in (including several… Read More
Well, it appears I have a little media blast catching up to do. Since the condo inventory roll-up we did on May 18, the Decatur and 1111 East Pike have each sold 3 units according to media blasts sent out last Friday. That brings the Decatur to 22 remaining (85% sold) and 1111 East Pike… Read More
Seattle saw 35 condos and townhouses sold last week. In new construction condo sales, Escala (#305) and Decatur (#207) closed one sale each, while Olive 8 closed another two (#2801 & #2909). Plus these notable sales: Queen’s Court, 124 Warren Ave N Two 1-bedroom condos sold at this historic renovation in lower Queen Anne last… Read More
Last week Geekwire profiled CondoInternet.net, a growing branch of Spectrum Networks that is bringing high speed Internet to condos and apartments in Seattle. CondoInternet’s service is not just high speed — it is being coined as “super broadband” because it has a minimum speed of 100 Mbps, with some services allowing surging up to 500… Read More
A double unit at the Gainsborough on First Hill was listed this week for $839K. This condo contains a generous 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in its 2,598 square feet. Inside this 8th floor condo you’ll find vintage details such as 1930′s tile and refinished wood floors. Otherwise, it looks like a blank slate of… Read More
