With all the buzz surrounding the grand re-opening of One Main Condominiums, I thought it might be fun for you to get to know one of the neighboring projects. Astoria is located on Main Street and 100th in Bellevue’s coveted “Old Main”.
Astoria Condos has a wide variety of floor plans, views of Bellevue and Meydenbauer [...]
If your condo has been on the market and has not seen much results, here are a few things you can try:
Hire A Professional Photographer:
A wide angle lens is a seller’s best friend. The size of your condo won’t change, but with a wide-angle lens, you can at least make your unit look bigger. There [...]
I saw a piece on the Today Show today that I thought you might enjoy. It features the unbelievable circumstance that Miami is in with their high-rise condominium sales. As you’ll see in the piece, condo sales were up 200% from 2008-2009. There is only one way to do that; PRICE. Bottom line is that when [...]
The Lakeview in Kirkland is a 6 unit concrete and steel luxury condo project just a few minutes from downtown Kirkland. Dynamic views, spacious floorplans and luxurious craftsmanship are a focal point of this special project. Just minutes from 520 and 405, Lakeview is a unique option for many different buying profiles.
Project highlights include:
Tall ceilings
Hardwood [...]
Ok, the time has come. I’m finally asking for help. Whenever you hear of tips, condo updates, breaking news or something interesting in the condo market, UCS wants to hear about it! I have created a page for that sole purpose (Tips-Updates-Breaking News). As most of us know, the condo world is big and eventful. [...]
There is a unwritten rule when turning over the keys to a new owner (make the new owners feel welcome). I will never forget the feeling of when I moved into my first condo back in 2006. I had always wanted to own and when I took possession of the keys it was a incredible [...]
Well, I just took a quick trip over to One Main Condos in Bellevue. As mentioned in a previous post (One Main With Matrix), their new direction has them using the newly formed Matrix Real Estate. I spoke with both Leslie Williams and Mike Miller tonight and they are thrilled to be involved with the [...]
The Realogics/Sotheby’s group is off and running. They are taking over both the sales and the creative direction of Florera in Greenlake and Hjarta in Ballard. With an emphasis in “meeting the market” they are re-introducing the 100 units with new pricing and a brand new strategy.
Here is a look at the updated pricing:
o Studios [...]
Seattle lost a very good townhome developer to the last years recession. I just caught word of it on Sunday. This was not a “big” name builder. He was just a normal guy that had a gift of doing something different. I ran into him a few years back when his product stood out [...]
Careful what you read.
When a condo project advertises that it is reducing or cutting its prices by 50% this is not a true reflection of the overall pricing strategy. As transparent as we want these projects to be, there is no way that they will show the public how they intend to sell their entire [...]
With all the buzz surrounding the grand re-opening of One Main Condominiums, I thought it might be fun for you to get to know one of the neighboring projects. Astoria is located on Main Street and 100th in Bellevue’s coveted “Old Main”.
Astoria Condos has a wide variety of floor plans, views of Bellevue and Meydenbauer [...]
Mar 20, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
If your condo has been on the market and has not seen much results, here are a few things you can try:
Hire A Professional Photographer:
A wide angle lens is a seller’s best friend. The size of your condo won’t change, but with a wide-angle lens, you can at least make your unit look bigger. There [...]
Mar 18, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
With all the buzz surrounding the grand re-opening of One Main Condominiums, I thought it might be fun for you to get to know one of the neighboring projects. Astoria is located on Main Street and 100th in Bellevue’s coveted “Old Main”.
Astoria Condos has a wide variety of floor plans, views of Bellevue and Meydenbauer [...]
Mar 20, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
UCS can now monitor and track your listing requests (E-mail Listings). For any of you that would like us to keep an eye out for new listings in your favorite buildings or neighborhoods, fill out a request and we’ll do all the work! For example, you may want to know about any new 2 bedroom [...]
Mar 17, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
I saw a piece on the Today Show today that I thought you might enjoy. It features the unbelievable circumstance that Miami is in with their high-rise condominium sales. As you’ll see in the piece, condo sales were up 200% from 2008-2009. There is only one way to do that; PRICE. Bottom line is that when [...]
Mar 17, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
Ok, the time has come. I’m finally asking for help. Whenever you hear of tips, condo updates, breaking news or something interesting in the condo market, UCS wants to hear about it! I have created a page for that sole purpose (Tips-Updates-Breaking News). As most of us know, the condo world is big and eventful. [...]
Mar 13, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
Enso Condominiums is located in the dynamic South Lake Union neighborhood where changes are happening overnight.
Built in 2009 in the Vulcan neighborhood of dreams, Enso is comprised of 19 stories offering 135 condos and penthouses. It’s exterior is both creative and attractive due to the transparent look and feel. It was designed to bring in [...]
Jan 22, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
2200 Westlake is a dynamic project consisting of three buildings in the South Lake Union neighborhood. The project includes residential, a hotel and some phenominal retail.
The three buildings designed by firm Collins Woerman used an abundance of floor-to-ceiling glass, architectural concrete, and brick & steel. The highly used Weber + Thompson designed floor plans and [...]
Jan 20, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
On March 28th at 1pm, Kennedy Wilson, will be facilitating the auction of the 5th and Madison condo units. There will be 18 units hitting the auction block. If you have not been to an auction yet, it is quite an experience. I will be in attendance with a few clients who have been considering [...]
Mar 01, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
I contacted the Escala sales team after their e-mail went out on Friday in regards to the new changes to their pricing and amenity space. I have not heard back yet, but when I do I will report back with some details. Per their e-mail, as a previously registered client, I took them up on [...]
Mar 01, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
If your condo has been on the market and has not seen much results, here are a few things you can try:
Hire A Professional Photographer:
A wide angle lens is a seller’s best friend. The size of your condo won’t change, but with a wide-angle lens, you can at least make your unit look bigger. There [...]
Mar 18, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
Careful what you read.
When a condo project advertises that it is reducing or cutting its prices by 50% this is not a true reflection of the overall pricing strategy. As transparent as we want these projects to be, there is no way that they will show the public how they intend to sell their entire [...]
Mar 03, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
I’ve had quite a few readers inquire about renting their condo units. Although the Seattle rental market has seen better days, it can still be an option that works within your goals. The obvious considerations are :
Does my building allow it?
How will it effect my cash flow?
What can I rent it for?
How long will it [...]
Mar 09, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
Just a quick update for you. One Main and Matrix in Bellevue just launched their new and improved website. I think they did a much better job with the site. They have incorporated Facebook, a new blog and much more consumer friendly information (i.e. Walkscore, project updates and links to register).
I’ve been told that they [...]
Mar 05, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
UrbanCondoSpaces.com finally has a Facebook Fan Page. A big thank you to all the readers who have been supporting the blog over the last 3 years. We have gone through many changes, but through those changes we remain dedicated to providing fresh content and great advice. Please take the opportunity to check out the Fan [...]
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