What The Seattle Condo Market Could Look Like In 2013

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I’m currently sitting at the Viceroy Hotel in Palm Springs.  My wife and I have been celebrating our 1 year anniversary down here in the desert.  On the way down, I noticed something in the Alaska Airlines magazine that was drastically different then in the years past.  In total, there were only four (4) Seattle… [Continue Reading]

Newmark Tower Condos

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PROJECT DESCRIPTION Newmark Tower is just steps away from Pike Place Market and Seattle’s urban core.  Originally, a J.C. Penny’s department store before being renovated into 92,000 feet of office space.  The original apartments were converted to condominiums in 1993.  The office space is now home to a future Target department store. The 24 story… [Continue Reading]

Target Acquires Retail Space In Downtown Seattle

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Downtown Seattle just received a nice shot in arm.  The Seattle Times is reporting that Target Corp, the big box retailer has aquired a fantastic three story space in the Downtown Seattle corridor.  Considered by many as the West Edge, this 2nd and Pike location is a phenomenal space for the large retailer.   It… [Continue Reading]

Millennium Tower

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Located on 2nd Avenue in downtown, the Millennium Tower is a staple of Seattle luxury.  It stands 20 stories tall and is home to 19 distinct residences.  Designed by Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Partnership and developed by Martin Smith Development Corporation, these exclusive homes range from 2,300 to almost 10,000 square feet. Millennium features concrete and steel… [Continue Reading]

A Tale Of Two Cities-For Lease

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Just for fun, I thought I would share two different units for lease.  One in Bellevue and the other in downtown Seattle.  If you are in the market for a rental, bring your checkbook . Madison Tower Condos $12,500-See Here Lincoln Tower $17,500-See Here __________________________________________________________________________ If you have a condo that you want to lease,… [Continue Reading]

Madison Tower Condos

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Madison Tower is comprised of 47 units units that sit above Hotel 1000 in Downtown Seattle. Madison Tower is a boutique condo/hotel project that offers luxurious amenities and functional floor plans.  Completed in 2006, Madison Towers was the first hotel/condo project built in Seattle.  Located at 1st Ave and Madison Street, Madison Tower offers an… [Continue Reading]

Exciting New Additions To UrbanCondoSpaces.com

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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]

1521 Second Avenue-April Sales & Promotion Update

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According to my source at Realogics/Sotheby’s, 1521 second is now 70% sold and occupied.  This includes 4 sales in April and a number of other contracts in negotiation.  They are still running a program that includes a Smart ForTwo car with a purchase before April 30th.  (See here) Other notes: All remaining homes start at… [Continue Reading]

Realogics/Sotheby’s Project Updates

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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… [Continue Reading]

Thinking About Buying Green?

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]