Familiar with the Boulevard in Kirkland? It was a wild success in 2006 when they sold nearly every unit before the project was built.  It is a concrete and steel structure of 119 units, just 3 blocks from the Kirkland waterfront.  Since its original sellout, the Boulevard has experienced its fair share of distressed sales.  Unit #248, has been listed as a “lender approved” short sale since October of 2010.  Now it appears that the bank (Wells Fargo) is looking to move it at tomorrows (June 3rd) auction. Their minimum bid is $187,000. At a cost per square foot basis of $204 it seems remarkable, as the cost per square foot was $431 the last time it sold and was $546 psf in 2008.  It’s “actual value” now is up for debate, but if you compared other concrete and steel structures built around the same time as this one, you’d be surprised at home much lower this condo is.  I’m sure someone will be bidding on it tomorrow.  If they don’t we can expect to see it back on the market as “bank owned” soon.

UNIT DETAILS

• One bed plus den
• 914sf
• 2nd floor

SITE PLAN

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
Gallery

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 floors
• Granite counter-tops
• Crystal cabinets
• Pre-wired for 7.1 home theatre/surround sound
• Central Vac, security system with monitored doors and 10 security cameras
• Glass Atrium, guest parking, two elevators, secure lobby entrance
• Two car secure parking with electric car outlet
• Additional out of unit storage

Price sheet and unit mix:

**Unit 100  Sold
Unit owned by Developer as well.

Some Additional Specs On This Condominium:

Bosch side by side washer/dryer
Miele cooktop, oven & dishwasher
Under cabinet lighting
Hansgrohe faucet
Montigo gas fireplace
Walk-in closet
Walk-in shower with rainshower system

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Kirkland Central Condominiums built in 2006 is located in the heart of downtown Kirkland.  With 110 units and 5 stories, Kirkland Central is within walking distance of Lake Washington, Kirkland shops, fabulous restaurants, art galleries, Peter Kirk Park, the Kirkland Library, the Kirkland Performing Arts Center and the newly established Heathman Hotel.

The units have granite counter tops & backsplash, nice cabinets and great views from most units. Building has a nice exercise room, outside courtyard, security and underground parking.  The project includes retail on the ground floor including Chase Bank, Shnoo Yogurt, French Bakery and Yoga at Studio BE.

Amenities include:  A grand lobby, cable TV, disabled access, elevator, fitness center, fire sprinklers, lobby entrance, outside entry and a security gate.