Schnitzer West is offering a buyer bonus on the 5 remaing homes at the Brix.  

For more information see the buttons below:

A green home may be classified by LEED, Built Green, Energy Star or another 3rd Party classification.

I thought I would highlight a few environmentally certified new construction projects and those still seeking some form of green building classification:

Trace North/Trace Lofts – Capitol Hill

Brix – Capitol Hill

Rollin Street – South Lake Union

Enso– South Lake Union

Veer Lofts – South Lake Union

Parc – Belltown

Mosler Lofts – Belltown

Cosmopolitan – Downtown Seattle

Olive 8 – Downtown Seattle

1521 – Downtown Seattle

5th & Madison – Downtown Seattle

220 West Highland – Queen Anne

Hjarta – Ballard

Florera – Greenlake

Bellevue Towers – Downtown Bellevue

This is a fun post for me to write.  I have been so excited to share with you some recent updates to the blog.  As you will see in the picture below, we have added a category of links titled “UCS Exclusive Sites”.  I think this is an incredible addition to the site.

For the last 2 months, I have been working tirelessly on building individual sites for the major condominiums projects in Bellevue and Seattle.  The objective was to bring each project to you!  This hyper-local approach, delivers “building” specific information.  Each website is loaded with great info.  You can search units for sale, units that have sold and within a few weeks you’ll be able to search for rentals as well!  In addition, you will find the following:

• Neighborhood information
• Amenities
• Walkscore and much much more.

Each site is fairly interactive as well.  For example, if you want UCS to send you listings in your favorite building, just fill out the email notifications form and you will receive new listings immediately when they hit the market.  As an owner you will also be able to keep tabs on the units that are for sale in your building.  We will be adding new features to the site as time goes on. For now, my hope is that you enjoy what has been created.  Please spread the word!  I’m very excited to get your feedback.  See below for a list of all the websites offered at this time:

Here is an example of the website for the Vine!

These are where the website links are located in UrbanCondoSpaces (see the picture below):

Eastside/Bellevue Condos:

Bravern Condos
Bellevue Towers
One Lincoln Square
One Main Street Condos
Astoria Condos
Washington Square
Kirkland Central

Seattle Condos:

Trace Condos and Lofts
Brix Condos
Eastlake Condos and Lofts
Enso Condominiums
Veer Lofts
2200 Westlake
The Cosmopolitan
5th and Madison
Escala Condos
1521 Condominiums
Cristalla Condos
Bellora Condos
Concord  Condos
The Vine
The Parc
Mosler Lofts
Madison Lofts
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Brix is a mix of concrete, glass and steel featuring 141 units.  There are two distintive types of Brix homes; Broadways Flats and Brownstones/Lofts.  The 6 stories of flats that were built on Broadway feature open-one, one and two bedroom plans.  The Brownstone units are built along 10th Avenue East (see picture). They feature private entrances, professional lanscaping, and a traditional brick exterior.

In my opinion, Brix is a compliment to the “Hill”.  Although amenities are limited, the rooftop deck, private courtyard and access to everything make this building a good buy; or a least something to consider.

Brix homes feature:

• Townhomes with exposed timber ceilings
• High ceilings (flats up to 9′, lofts up to 15′6″)
• Balconies
• Frigidaire gas range
• Frigidaire washer/dryer
• Fisher & Paykel refrigerators
• Bosch diswashers
• Hardwood & carpet flooring
• Slab milk glass or granite countertops

EXCLUSIVE UCS WEBSITE

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www.condosatbrix.com

UCS PROJECT GRADE
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WALKSCORE
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A quick update from Trace Lofts.  According to Matrix their exclusive sales partner, they are now 80% sold.  For a profile on Trace Lofts, including a description, map and the exclusive UCS Urban Grade, click here.

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Brix Condominiums

I just received an e-mail from Amanda Loring at Brix Condominiums in Capitol Hill.  They have just 11 units left after selling 8 units in less then two weeks.  I think this a great example of a project getting serious with pricing; leading to more sales.  The tax credit is driving traffic as well.  Just 10 days left for buyers looking to take advantage.

For more information please e-mail us at info@urbanimg.com.

Also, if you would like to schedule a showing of the 11 remaining units, please click on the button below to set up a time:

Just a quick update on Trace Lofts in Capitol Hill.  According to a message from Matrix Real Estate this morning they will be reducing pricing on the remaining units for sale.  The updates will hit the MLS this afternoon.  For more information you can visit their website or refer back to a UCS post on Trace as well.

According to the Matrix website they will be reducing prices up to $75,000 on remaining studio, open 1 BR and 1 BR homes.

Click below if you would like to schedule a viewing of Trace Lofts:

I exchanged a few e-mails earlier today with a contact over at Realogics.  I thought I would share the update they provided on their current inventory.  In less than 18 months their group has acquired a notable amount of units.  I commend their efforts on promotions.  I think we would all agree that everything needs a big red-bow on it right now.  That means that it has to be price, promotions or perceived value that is second to none.  At any rate, see the update below:

MARKET DISTRICT – Fifteen Twenty-One Second Avenue (www.FifteenTwentyOne.com)

• William Justen hosted an agent seminar on Tuesday, March 23 and presented “The Value of View” (LINK)
• New video building tour online (LINK)
• New interviews with William Justen (LINK)
• New interviews with Tom Parsons (LINK)
• In celebration of recent LEED “Silver” certification, all new home sales before April 30, 2010 will include a Smart ForTwo vehicle (LINK)
• Introduced a new 4,400-sq. ft., three bedroom plus den floor plan offered at $7.25 million (combines a C & J plan for half of the 34^th floor)(LINK)
• Open house this weekend (Noon – 4pm)
• Homes start at $1.1 million
• Now more than two-thirds sold and occupied

FIRST HILL – The Decatur (www.OwntheDecatur.com)

• Offering “Double the Tax Credits” up to $16,000 (select homes) for sales before April 30
• Up to 35% off original list prices
• Home start at $184,950 or just $859 per month (see agent for details)
• FHA approved –just 3.5% down payment!
• Phase II sales release happening now – see NWMLS (LINK)
• New video building tour online (LINK)
• Now more than two-thirds sold and occupied

CAPITOL HILL – Eleven Eleven East Pike (www.1111EastPike.com)

• Up to 25% off original list prices
• FHA approved –just 3.5% down payment!
• Home start at $244,950 or just $1,127 per month (see agent for details)
• Full sales release now available  – see NWMLS (LINK)
• New video building tour online (LINK)
• Now 50% sold – only 13 homes remain!

BALLARD – Hjarta (www.hjartaballard.com)

• Bulk Sales Event – March 27 & 28 (Noon – 5pm)
• Up to 35% off original list prices
• Home start at $274,950 or just $1,154 per month (see agent for details)
• FHA approved –just 3.5% down payment!
• Phase one sales release – now listed on NWMLS (LINK)

GREENLAKE – Florera (www.floreragreenlake.com)

• Bulk Sales Event – March 27 & 28 (Noon – 5pm)
• Up to 35% off original list prices
• Home start at $244,950 or just $1,028 per month (see agent for details)
• FHA approved –just 3.5% down payment!
• Phase one sales release – now listed on NWMLS (LINK)

Trace Lofts presents an incredible opportunity to “live urban“.  Once home to a number of different businesses, Trace seems to be in the center of universe for Capitol Hill residents.

A built green project of 142 open spaces, Trace built by RAFN sits in the Pike/Pine Triangle in Capitol Hill.  With studios, one and two bedroom homes, Trace offers a variety of living options with floor to ceiling windows, urban and city views, cork flooring, stainless appliances, gas cook-tops and reserved parking. Its creative architecture, boutique retail and phenomenal location makes Trace a contender on the list of Capitol Hill’s best condo projects.

A few neighborhood attractions include:

Restaurants:
La Spiga
Barrio
Boom Noodle
Martins Off Madison

Coffee Shops:
Bluebird
Cafe Stellina
Pettirosso
Cafe Presse

Bars:
Elysian Brewery
Madison Pub
Wild Rose Tavern

So I toured yesterday at Brix for a client looking to purchase a second home.  April did an awesome job getting me up to speed with their progress and the remaining inventory.  They have sold a pretty fair number of units over the last few weeks.  They have 20 units left and only 2 remaining  2 bedroom units.  Both are interior courtyard facing and priced at $389,000 for unit 138 and $429,000 for unit 139.  I have included both floor-plans below for your reference.

Out of the 20 units remaining every home is priced less than $429,000.  They have a few additional parking stalls that can be financed as well (value $20,000).   Now that the luxury apartments across the street are getting closer to completion, hopefully the noise will subside.   The rumor of Whole Foods going in that space was put to rest last month.  Thanks to Justin at CHS.com (read article here).

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Floor Plans:

Unit 138

Unit 139