Jun 23rd

715 W Wheeler Street (3bd/1.75ba, Queen Anne)- NEW PRICE & OPEN 6/26, 1 to 3pm

Categories: Featured Properties, Queen Anne

715 W Wheeler Street- OPEN HOUSE 6/26, 1 to 3pm!
3 bd/1.75ba
$462,500 - NEW PRICE
MLS# 70353
Click here for a virtual tour!

Situated on the hill in one of the Queen Anne’s most adored locations, this charmer peacefully sits within a block from West McGraw Street shops, grocers and cafes as well as Coe Elementary School. Queen Anne Ave amenities are just a short walk away or you may opt to catch a bus to be downtown in no time at all!

Beautifully maintained and restored throughout the years, this home offers a well lit and spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room, an oversized/recently renovated kitchen with an additional eating area and a new deck- ideal for entertaining!

The upstairs bedrooms are equal in size, both bathrooms have been updated and the lower level has been completely remodeled into a guest quarters and family room. This home has tons of charm, original character and is move-in ready!

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May 7th

Just Listed FOR SALE- Charming 3bd/1.75ba Bungalow in Queen Anne, $475k!

Categories: Featured Properties, Queen Anne

715 W Wheeler Street- OPEN HOUSE 5/8, 1 to 4pm!
3 bd/1.75ba
$475,000
MLS# 70353
Click here for a virtual tour!

Situated on the hill in one of the Queen Anne’s most adored locations, this charmer peacefully sits within a block from West McGraw Street shops, grocers and cafes as well as Coe Elementary School. Queen Anne Ave amenities are just a short walk away or you may opt to catch a bus to be downtown in no time at all!

Beautifully maintained and restored throughout the years, this home offers a well lit and spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room, an oversized/recently renovated kitchen with an additional eating area and a new deck- ideal for entertaining! The upstairs bedrooms are equal in size, both bathrooms have been updated and the lower level has been completely remodeled into a guest quarters and family room. This home has tons of charm, original character and is move-in ready!

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Apr 11th

Escala Update- Things are looking up!

Categories: Escala, Featured Properties, Luxury Properties For Sale, Midtown, New Construction, Real Estate News

I toured the building yesterday with some clients and was amazed to hear that they are looking at 40+ closings this month! From the sound of things, the reduced pricing has attracted a lot of buyers…even several who are willing to pay all cash.

Securing financing has been a major issue in the past but now the new preferred lender, Met Life, is set to close on 5+ units in the next week and the building will be FHA approved in approximately three weeks.

We looked at 1 bedrooms (SW & NW “A” floorplan and E & W “B” floorplan) yesterday priced under $550k.  The units that they have on the 14th floor seem to be the best value at around $499-$513k with views of the Space Needle, Lake Union, Sound and City.  Out of all the floorplans, I am most partial to #1406…I think the 4th Ave corridor view is gorgeous (and is considered “protected” as the building to the south is secured on a 100 year lease).  Click here to visit the Escala website to view floorplans.

Something else I learned- they are not officially selling additional parking spots…although the developer may reconsider this as the commercial spaces lease.

If you are interested in purchasing, don’t wait!  Get down to the building and check it out…if you are planning on visiting during the week, don’t forget to make an appointment, otherwise, Saturday and Sunday are open for walk-ins.

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Mar 26th

Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty Project Updates

Categories: Ballard, Capitol Hill, Featured Properties, First Hill, Greenlake, Luxury Properties For Sale, Market District, Market Update, New Construction, Real Estate News

Just in!

MARKET DISTRICT - Fifteen Twenty-One Second Avenue

-  William Justen hosted an agent seminar on Tuesday, March 23 and presented “The Value of View” (Click here for more details)
-  New video building tour online (Click here to view)
-  New interviews with William Justen (Click here to view)
-  New interviews with Tom Parsons (Click here to view)
-  In celebration of recent LEED “Silver” certification, all new home sales before April 30, 2010 will include a Smart ForTwo vehicle (Click here for more details)
-  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 34th floor) (Click here to view)
-  Open house this weekend (Noon – 4pm)
-  Homes start at $1.1 million
-  Now more than two-thirds sold and occupied 

FIRST HILL - The Decatur

-  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
-  New video building tour online (Click here to view)
-  Now more than two-thirds sold and occupied 

CAPITOL HILL - Eleven Eleven East Pike

-  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
-  Full sales release now available 
-  New video building tour online (Click here to view)
-  Now 50% sold - only 13 homes remain! 

BALLARD - Hjarta

-  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
-  FHA approved –just 3.5% down payment!
-  Phase one sales release  

GREENLAKE - Florera

-  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
-  FHA approved –just 3.5% down payment!
-  Phase one sales release

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Mar 2nd

More Press! PSBJ: Escala cutting condo prices by 50 percent!

Categories: Condominiums, Escala, Featured Properties, Luxury Properties For Sale, Midtown, New Construction, Real Estate News

Escala cutting condo prices by 50 percent
Puget Sound Business Journal (Seattle) - by Kirsten Grind

Downtown Seattle condominium tower Escala will lower prices by as much as 50 percent on unsold units, the luxury building’s new marketing firm said Tuesday.

Rennie Marketing Systems and the building’s listing agent, Bellevue-based Teambuilder, declined to release price cuts on each unit, but said savings will range from 20 percent to 50 percent.

A 1,878-square-foot penthouse once priced at more than $4 million will now sell for $2.3 million, said Erik Mehr, a sales manager at Teambuilder. The building’s top-priced unit — a $12 million penthouse — is now selling for just under $7 million.

A one-bedroom, 952-square-foot condo will start at $384,000, a two-bedroom, 1,607-square-foot condo will start at $699,000 and a three-bedroom, 2,442-square-foot condo will start at $1.6 million.

Click here to read more!

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Feb 26th

ESCALA UPDATE! Just in…

Categories: Escala, Featured Properties, Luxury Properties For Sale, Midtown, New Construction, Real Estate News

I just received this notice from Escala!! Sales Center opens on 3/27/10…more details to follow!

Dear Ashley,

As a valued registrant, we would like to share with you details of the important changes happening at Escala Seattle. First and foremost, our pricing has been dramatically reduced. Below is a list of starting prices for our One, Two and Three Bedroom Homes.

1 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH, 952sf Homes starting at:  $384,000
2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH, 1607sf Homes starting at: $699,000
3 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH, 2442sf Homes staring at:  $1,574,000

In addition, we have taken a sustainable business approach to homeowner fees and services. The concept of Club Cielo, a five-star, 30,000sf club facility with outside membership, will now be available to Escala residents only. This decision has greatly reduced homeowner fees. All the while maintaining an unbelievable level of service and a greater level of security.

What does this mean to you? In place of a fully-staffed Bar, Restaurant and Spa we are moving to a User-Pay system. Whether you’re planning a private party for your 40+ guests, want to schedule a fitness trainer or masseuse on Thursday or simply want to book the screening room - all can be arranged through the concierge and Columbia Hospitality. Where costs are involved, those fees will bill directly to you instead of burdening the entire Home Owners Association. The fitness facility, resistance pools and changing rooms are always available.

There are many things that have not changed at Escala. These include access to an extensive amenity package, spacious homes with the largest decks of any downtown development and classic Seattle views. Combine all of that with Absolute-Value pricing and there is no other building like Escala in downtown Seattle.

Our sales office opens to the public on March 27th, 2010. As an early registrant, we’d like to get you in prior to the March 27th date. Call 206.816.6300 to schedule an appointment with one of our new sales professionals.

See you soon!

The Escala Seattle Team
1920 Fourth Avenue
Seattle WA  98101

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May 15th

NEW LISTINGS: For Sale at The Cristalla & Madison Tower/Hotel 1000

Categories: Belltown, Cristalla, Downtown, Featured Properties, Luxury Properties For Sale, Madison Tower

NEW!  Cristalla #1011
2bd+den/2ba
$999,999
MLS#29068318

Located on the SW corner of the 10th floor, this 2bd/2ba+den luxury condo offers stunning sound, city & mountain views throughout! W/nearly 1575 SF of open & bright living space, lavish finishes include beautiful hardwoods, a chef’s kitchen complete w/slab granite counters & premium stainless appliances, a 5-piece master bath & a spacious balcony. Cristalla amenities include a fitness center, spa/sauna/steam room, clubroom, private theatre, 24-hr concierge, rooftop deck w/dog run & guest suite.

NEW!  Madison Tower #1702
2bd/2ba
$950,000
MLS#29068224

Downtown living at its best! Madison Tower/Hotel 1000 offers first class luxury amenities including 24-hour valet, room service, housekeeping, car detailing, a full service spa, gym, two 54-course virtual golf systems, a wine bar & restaurant- BOCA. Reserved for residents only, the roof terrace has an amazing 360degree view of the city & sound and features a dog run. This location simply can’t be beat- 4 blocks to Pioneer Square & 4 blocks to Pike Place Market!

NEW! Cristalla #100
Artist Loft/ 1ba
$425,000
MLS#29068353

One of four rare mezzanine artist lofts in the Cristalla! Featuring dramatic 12′ ceilings with floor to ceiling windows that showcase the western exposure & corridor water view; dark exotic hardwood flooring; premium stainless appliances w/gas stove; large walk-in w/custom closet system; 42” plasma TV/Bose audio; extra storage & 2 car prkg lift. Building amenities include a fitness center, spa/sauna/steam room, clubroom, private theatre, 24-hr concierge, rooftop deck w/dog run & guest suite.

NEW! Cristalla #101
Artist Loft/ 1ba
$399,999
MLS#29068358

Rare opportunity! 1 of 4 flexible-use office space/artist studio offered at one of Seattle’s most prestigious buildings. Facing west, this light filled loft is situated off of the executive mezzanine level offering 12′ floor-to-ceiling windows w/electronic shades,bamboo floors, stainless kitchen complete w/gas stove, massive walk-in closet, utility room, extra storage, 1 prkg & partial views of Elliott Bay. Chic timeless finishes and the location alone make this stunning home/office a must see!

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Feb 5th

Four Seasons Private Residences UPDATE: 25 out of 36 SOLD!

Categories: Condominiums, Featured Properties, Four Seasons, Luxury Properties For Sale, Market District, New Construction, Real Estate News, Rentals

The Four Seasons has officially closed on 22 of the 25 residences sold- more than $120 million dollars in closings to date!

“Despite current economic conditions, the steady demand for our unique residences is fueled by a combination of key elements, characteristic of the Four Seasons brand: exclusive, world-class locations, the most luxurious amenities, unsurpassed service and attention to the smallest of details,” said Ben Trodd, General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Seattle. “Residents are effortlessly catered to and we provide the same levels of attentive, intuitive service that have become our hallmark throughout the world”.

There are still 11 residences available, ranging from $2 million to more than $15 million, and two listings currently available FOR LEASE: http://www.seattlerentals.com/10671 & http://www.seattlerentals.com/10902 - Please feel free to contact me for additional information!

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Jul 9th

Something New…

Categories: Featured Properties, Nightlife/Social Events, Random Tidbits

I decided to take a different (fresh and fun) approach to marketing some of my listings- this is the first of many so let me know what you think!

I am hosting a series of fashion shoots in a select group of properties changing themes and styles to match each home. This particular shoot was at the home I have listed for lease in Magnolia- click here for more details!

Fashion photographer, Michelle Moore, coordinated the models, hair and makeup, while the clothes were provided by Fremont’s MERGE. Thanks to everyone involved for your help and participation!

You might catch a better look of the spread in this month’s DLIST Magazine or Belltown Messenger!

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Apr 3rd

NEW Listing!

Categories: Featured Properties, Fremont, Real Estate News

I have absolutely fallen in love with this house!

We have been preparing the house to hit the market for a little over two weeks now and every time I visit, I find myself walking throughout the rooms and ending up in the backyard thinking ?what a great house!? It has been very very well maintained, offers a great use of space, and the backyard is a perfect place to relax, work or play. For a buyer who is looking to purchase a solid home with an opportunity to do a little customizing, this is the perfect investment and home. -Ash

Click here for more details

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