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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]
A few minutes after our post this afternoon (Fannie Mae and Seattle Condos) a bank owned 1 bedroom+ den at 5th and Madison hit the market. It’s priced at $434,900 which is about a 10% reduction from its original sale price in 2007. It has been listed both for rent and for sale multiple times… [Continue Reading]
Project: 5th and Madison Neighborhood: Downtown For those of you looking for a rental, the penthouse at 5th and Madison just hit the market (see here). It is 2,043sf with big views and substantial upgrades. Referred to as penthouse 3, this unit has a formal entry, 12.5 ft ceilings, fireplace, deck, audio/visual system, automated blinds and… [Continue Reading]
Project: 5th and Madison Neighborhood: Downtown Remember the auction at 5th and Madison? Not all of the 18 units sold to buyers who attended and a few other units were still developer owned. These 3 units are back on the the market as of this morning. Unit #2300: In June of 2009 the asking price… [Continue Reading]
Do you remember just 2-3 years ago when the Seattle skyline was full of high-rise construction cranes? That’s not the case anymore. When it comes to condos, we might not see another project built for 4-5 years. What does that mean for new construction condo inventory? Statistically it can be proven that inventory is in decline;… [Continue Reading]
We just received a request for a downtown Seattle short term rental. If any of you owners are gone for the winter or know of anyone that would accomodate a short term lease, please contact us. Here is the wish list: Rental term of December-Feb Preferably in the Retail District (see the light gray area… [Continue Reading]
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… [Continue Reading]
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… [Continue Reading]
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… [Continue Reading]
Courtesy of Matt and an Urbnlivn.com reader, 5th & Madison has plans to auction off their 18 remaining units on March 28th, 2010. Read more below: Dear 5th and Madison Owners: On Friday afternoon, Rick Drottz of 5th and Madison, LLC informed the Board of Directors of the upcoming sale of the remaining Developer owned… [Continue Reading]
5th and Madison is a LEED certified project just a few blocks south of Seattle’s Retail district. The aesthetically gifted tower boasts a built green lifestyle and has delivered on its promise. Designed by architects Ruffcorn Mott Hinthorne Stine the sleek luminous tower includes many amenities for its residents such as a garden terrace and lounge,… [Continue Reading]
Ever wonder if buying a green home is a sound financial investment? A recent article in the Seattle Times discusses recent statistics and the benefits of buying a green home. It cites a study by GreenWorks Realty which reviewed the NWMLS King County condominium sales from September 2007 – May 2008 and included only new construction built in… [Continue Reading]
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