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For those of your looking to rent in 2012, there are a new wave of rentals that just hit the market in Seattle. Unlike traditional “apartment” projects, these rentals are condo owners leasing their units in highly coveted buildings. I’ve included the listings below. Just click the picture to view more details. 5th and Madison… [Continue Reading]
Do you remember this condo we wrote about in September? Then, unit #809 at Cristalla was scheduled to go to auction with a minimum bid of $254,745. It was postponed (delayed) and finally made its way back to the foreclosure auction last Friday. It was brought to our attention by a loyal reader and client… [Continue Reading]
For those of you looking for a rental right now, you may want to check these out. They both hit the market in the last 24 hours. 1 bed, 1 bath at 1920 4th Ave #704 (Escala): Private elevator, big views, its own private deck, kitchen, dining and living. Hardwood floors and wall-bed for guests. … [Continue Reading]
This is a phenomenal buy and should be one of the hottest deals at the foreclosure auction in more then a year. Unit #809 at the coveted Cristalla is scheduled to be sold at tomorrows foreclosure auction (9/8/11). This unit once sold for $622,950 in 2007. The minimum bid at auction is $254,745. The condo is 826sf with… [Continue Reading]
Could there really be a new 40 story tower coming to Belltown? On Thursday May 5th, the Department of Planning and Development granted final design approval for a 400 foot tower located at 2116 4th Ave. The applicant HAL Real Estate Investments plans to put 365 homes, above 2,743 square feet of retail space. This would… [Continue Reading]
Project: Cristalla Neighborhood: Downtown Did anyone else catch this ad in the Seattle Times yesterday? I was looking through the real estate section while at the gym and I found it on page 3. It advertises that unit #1807 at Cristalla is going to be auctioned off at 3:15pm on Tuesday April 19th. It is… [Continue Reading]
Project: Cristalla Neighborhood: Downtown MLS #189746 Looking for a sweet pad to rent in a downtown Seattle high-rise? I noticed this 22nd floor south facing unit at Cristalla. Cristalla is simply one of Seattle’s most beloved condo projects. It was designed by Weber-Thompson, developed by Murray Franklin and completed in 2005. This particular unit is a… [Continue Reading]
Clearly the impact of condos purchased between 2005-2009 is starting to rear its ugly head in Seattle. As values plummeted, owners started giving their keys back to the bank. Condo foreclosures are on the rise and in the upcoming weeks you could see foreclosures in some of the best buildings in Seattle and Bellevue. I’ve… [Continue Reading]
Project: Cristalla Neighborhood: Downtown This phenomenal west facing unit at Cristalla Condominiums was once listed at $2,095,000 in 2007. Now listed at $1,395,000 it offers remarkable views, great updating and a spacious interior. This 19th floor unit features scandinavian birch floors, 17th century acid etched steel frame doors, honed absolute black granite and views that… [Continue Reading]
This year, one of my goals is to keep you all a bit more informed with the foreclosure market. Going to auction tomorrow (Jan 28th) is a one bedroom at Lumen and a 1 bedroom at Cristalla on the 9th floor. I’ll be rolling out a specific mailing list feature soon. Until, then if you… [Continue Reading]
Interested in studio condominiums? Here is a list of all studios that have sold in downtown Seattle over the last 6 months. There are a total of 9 units: Prices ranging from $142,000-$220,000 Average cost per square foot is $378.87 Average square footage is 474sf Average “days on market”, (which is the time it takes… [Continue Reading]
Examining the property history on Unit 1807 at Cristalla takes some work. Bottom line is, this unit was listed as high as $1,045,000 in February of 2007. Now this Southwest facing condo on the 18th floor is selling at $594,900. It is bank owned, currently being serviced by Bank of America. If you remember back… [Continue Reading]
It is always exciting to add new features to the blog. I just updated the home page to make it easier for you to view rentals in both Seattle, Bellevue and beyond. The pictorial below illustrates how to get started. I tried to keep it simple. Once you have clicked through, it becomes a map-based… [Continue Reading]
Curious about the current inventory at Cristalla? Right now there are a 7 active units for sale. One of which hit the market today ($530,000). All units for sale are priced at an average of $599 per square foot. The lowest priced unit is $325,000 and the highest priced at $1,395,000. Despite the economic conditions,… [Continue Reading]
Don’t let the title fool you; that quote is not from me. In fact, I can’t say for sure who it was from. I didn’t catch her name. I was touring this afternoon at the iconic Cristalla condos and as my client and I were leaving the 15th floor, we ran into a women in… [Continue Reading]
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