Re-modeled Pioneer Square Loft

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Want a Pioneer Square loft, but not one that needs re-modeling? Check out Unit 310 at the Colonial Grand Pacific. $440,000 for a 1,087 square foot 2 bedroom. Exposed brick, hardware floors, cool old windows, private rooftop patio and recently remodeled with higher end appliances.

Pioneer Square Lofts: Rent or Buy?

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Looking for a true loft? Pioneer Square right now has two options for you in the same building, aptly named “The Lofts” (how original). You can rent or buy depending on your budget and commitment level. First the rental. 210 3rd Ave – Unit 4D Unit 4D rents for $2,450 a month which gets you… Read More

Big Pioneer Square Loft – Maybe Cool?

Right before the New Year a loft in Pioneer Square hit the market, 97 S Jackson St – unit 503/504 (the Merrill Place building). At 1,857 square feet (two units were combined) with a a 594 square foot terrace it has the possibility of being pretty cool. Sadly the photos are kind of lacking. Has… Read More

A Building Boom and The Boom to Come

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Eric Pryne at the Seattle Times has two good pieces this week detailing the building boom that’s underway in Ballard and one that could be unleashed once the Alaskan Way Viaduct comes down. According to the first story, more than 1,200 apartments are under construction in Ballard… Developers from Chicago and Virginia are building big… Read More

Video and Photos: The Post in Pioneer Square

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If you prefer urban living with modern amenities but in a historic setting, the new Post Apartments in Pioneer Square may be the right address for you. Built at about the location of Seattle’s first post office, the 16-story contemporary structure rises above the brick buildings around Western Ave and Marion St, offering units in… Read More

New Post Apartments Deliver Modern Living to Pioneer Square

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As a history buff, I’ve always thought it would be great to live in Pioneer Square and roam the birthplace of Seattle. To walk the same land that Doc Maynard once carved up to encourage the city’s development, to imagine some of the colorful characters like Madame Damnable and Henry Yesler holding court in the… Read More

72 Sales Last Week; Who Has the Best View for Fireworks?

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Looks like Seattleites went on a shopping spree last week, gearing up to find a place to gaze at the fireworks; a whopping 72 condo and townhomes went pending! There were quite a few interesting units to choose from, including a space at the 16 unit boutique Three19, a Wallingford townhome, and a Pioneer Square… Read More

Woodworker’s Dream Listing in Colonial Grand Pacific

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Originally listed for $569,000 this recently renovated unit in Pioneer Square, overlooking Elliott Bay dropped down to $539,000 just 4 days after listing on the NWMLS. The 2 story, 2 bed 2 bath unit at 1119 1st Ave #313 has a HUGE skylight in the living room, allowing maximum natural light to seep in, charming… Read More

Monster Pioneer Square Loft

Wow, if this were on Capitol Hill, I’d buy it in a second! 210 3rd Ave S, Unit 3A is a unit at “The Lofts” in Pioneer Square. It is huge at 1,629 square foot for a “1 bed”. Comes with parking and either a private deck, or access to a rooftop deck. It is… Read More

Cheaper Downtown Loft

Too often we feature fancy pant places. Well here’s something simpler. A 591 square feet, west facing, one bedroom loft at 1119 1st Ave, unit 213, in the Grand Pacific Hotel Building. It’s listed at $259k and has been on the market 10 days and last sold in 2006 for $295k. Though I’m totally confused… Read More

Big Loft In Pioneer Square

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Here’s a sweet looking loft in Pioneer Square! 80 S Jackson St Unit 205 has lots of space (1,100 square feet), lots of brick, a wine cooler and a roof top deck. No parking though. And no views :(. If you’re looking for a true loft in Pioneer Square, I’d give this one a look.

Oversized Pioneer Square Loft

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Sweet loft in Pioneer Square at 210 3rd Ave S, unit 4d. Sized just right at 1,300 square feet, priced at $510,000, a little above what it last sold for in 2005, $459,000. Too bad this place isn’t on Capitol Hill. I’d be all over it! :)

A More Refined Loft in Pioneer Square

Not too long ago Matt noted the listing of a true loft in Pioneer Square but this week brings us a new loft listing with a more refined interior. This one is for those of you that are more likely to appreciate finished corners than ragged edges, but still wants a ceiling with extra height…. Read More

Exposed Brick Loft at Our Home Hotel

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Finally, a true loft! 75 S Main St #201, in the heart of Pioneer Square, is back on the market after a long break. Basically $349k for a 717 square foot studio with lots of exposed brick. Though I think it is a little over priced at $349k… But maybe you’re willing to gamble prices… Read More

Interesting Sales Last Week

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

Merrill Place Loft Might Be Cool. Might Not.

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#501 at Merrill Place (97 S Jackson Street in Pioneer Square) may be a cool 1,745 square foot loft, or it might not be. Unfortunately the owner-shot photos leave a lot to be desired. The price seems a little steep at $918,000. If anyone goes to see it please let us know what you think… Read More

Two Cheap Lofts

If you are looking to live in Pioneer Square or South Lake Union, a couple of lofts priced at around $200K came on the market recently. Post Mews — 611 Post Ave #8 Fannie Mae-owned 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath loft with 938 square feet in Pioneer Square, $215K. No parking and the layout isn’t as open as… Read More

Interesting Sales Last Week

Looks like the final developer-owned unit at Enso went pending late last week and the project is basically sold out (after the 5 or so pending sales close in the coming weeks, that is). In closed sales news, 19 condos and townhouses closed last week including a former foreclosure at Mosler Lofts in Belltown, a… Read More

Interesting Sales Last Week

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In Seattle, 16 condo and townhouse sale transactions closed last week including a lofty studio in Pioneer Square, an 1,800 sf condo in Queen Anne, and the only new construction condo sale for the week which was at Escala. 75 S Main St #207 Urbnlivn took note of this 597 square foot studio at Our… Read More

Lofts For Rent Around Seattle

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I started out writing about the Monterey Lofts unit that is available for rent (looks to be an interesting space in the LEED Silver certified building) but really, there are more lofts for rent out there than I expected so thought I’d list a few. What you will find below is a mix of lofts… Read More