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Volta/Alex – 2233 1st Ave., Seattle, WA 98121

September 30, 2008 by  
Filed under 1st, Alex, Belltown, Concierge, Pool - Outdoor, Pool Indoor, Terrace

Address: 2233 1st Ave., Seattle, WA 98121
Neighborhood: Belltown

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DESCRIPTION

With a historical inspired design, Alex is a 9-story building located in the center of Belltown on the corner of 1st and Bell.  The boutique condo building features 34 homes which consists of 17 floor plans.  From one-bedrooms, one-bedrooms plus dens, and two-bedrooms, condos range from 600 to 1,200 square feet in efforts to cater to all types of buyers.  The upscale development also includes 900 square feet of live/work/retail space at it’s base.  Developers Saltaire Construction have originally priced homes between $500,000 to $2,000,000 which includes hardwood flooring, European-designed casework, Miele appliances, and soaking tubs.  Alex’s unique amenities will give homeowners various means of shared transportation, a roof-top lap pool, 2 separate decks, and a cyber concierge service for dry-cleaning, grocery delivery, and more.

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BUILDING DATA

  • Year Built: 2009
  • Number of Units: 34
  • Number of Stories: 9
  • Exterior: Concrete/Steel
  • Parking:Common Garage
  • Pets: Unknown
  • H/O Dues Included: Unknown
  • Common Property Features & Amenities: Concierge, Housekeeping, Lobby Entrance, Meal/Grocery Delivery, Pool, Shared Transportation, Terrace

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

  • Amber
  • Belltown Billiards
  • Belltown Bistro
  • Cascadia
  • E. E. Robbins
  • Egbert’s Furniture
  • Flying Fish
  • Lampreia
  • Salon Ciba
  • Tia Lou’s Mexican Restaurant
  • Twist Restaurant & Lounge
  • Wally’s Grocery
  • Wasabi Bistro

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The Meridian – 1420 Terry Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101

Address: 1420 Terry Ave., Seattle, WA 98101
Neighborhood: Downtown/First Hill

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DESCRIPTION

Developed by Taliesen Corporation, The Meridian is closer to everything than expected. Located in the First Hill neighborhood, residents are within a short distance of everything in downtown Seattle. Minutes from Benaroya Hall, Safeco Field, Wild Ginger, Seattle Art Museum, Pike Place Market, Pacific Place and Westlake Mall, this is urban living at its most convenient. All units feature slab granite countertops, limestone tile flooring, gas cooktop, gas fireplace, forced air heating, air conditioning, and Cat 5 wiring. In addition, each unit has a balcony, parking, and storage. Luxury amenities include a 24-concierge, fitness room, hot tub, steam room, media/home theater, conference room, club lounge, and guest suite.

PICTURES

BUILDING DATA

  • Year Built: 2002
  • Number of Units: 158
  • Number of Stories: 26
  • Exterior: Brick, Cement/Concrete
  • Parking: Common Garage
  • Pets: Subj. to Restriction
  • H/O Dues Included: Central Hot Water, Earthquake Ins., Garbage, Water/Sewer
  • Common Property Features & Amenities: Cable TV, Concierge, Disabled Access, High Speed Elevator, Exercise Room, Fire Sprinklers, Game/Rec Room, Guest Suite, High Speed Internet Available, Hot Tub, Lobby Entrance

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

  • ACT Theatre
  • Bambuza Vietnamese Bistro
  • Benson’s Grocery
  • The Eagle
  • Goods
  • Paramount Theater
  • Six Arms
  • Standard Home
  • Summerfield Suites
  • Tango Restaurant & Lounge
  • Union Park Grocery & Deli
  • Utrecht Art Supply
  • Union Square Grill
  • Virginia Mason Hospital
  • Washington State Convention Ctr

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*Data is deemed to be reliable, but not guaranteed. In some cases, number of units may include commercial and residential spaces and/or height may or may not include a 13th floor.

Millennium Tower – 715 2nd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104

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Address: 715 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98104
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

Located on 2nd Avenue in downtown, the Millennium Tower consists of nineteen residences and townhomes. 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. Originally listed as empty shells, the intention was for buyers to bring thier own architect. However, many homes have since then been designed by reknowned Olson Sundberg Kundig Allen Architects. The boutique address offers homeowners a unique sense of privacy and spectacular city, sound and mountain views.

PICTURES

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BUILDING DATA

  • Year Built: 2000
  • Number of Units: 19
  • Number of Stories: 20
  • Exterior:Concrete/Steel, Stone
  • Parking: Common Garage
  • Pets: Subj. to Restrictions
  • H/O Dues Included: Cable TV, Earthquake Ins., Garbage, Water/Sewer
  • Common Property Features & Amenities: Concierge, Disabled Access, Elevator, Fire Sprinklers, Lobby Entrance, Security Gate

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

  • Bakeman’s Restaurant
  • Bank of America
  • City Soups
  • Columbia Bank
  • Georgio’s Subs
  • Imo Asian Bistro
  • King County Credit Union
  • Le Crepe Cafe
  • Luigi’s Grotto
  • Metropolitan Grill
  • Xplore Fitness
  • Zaina

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Madison Tower – 1000 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104

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Address: 1000 1st Ave., Seattle, WA 98101
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

Madison Tower places you in the heart of Seattle’s vibrant downtown and waterfront districts. The Weber + Thompson 24-story high-rise features 47 luxury homes above Hotel 1000; a boutique hotel. Owner have the luxury of all the amenities the hotel offers… from room service and valet parking to private chef services, housekeeping services, and spa treatments. Floorplans range from 845 to 2300 square feet and original prices ranged from $545,000 to $2,250,000.

PICTURES

Exterior top Lobby Lobby.

Exterior bottom Concierge Lounge

BUILDING DATA

  • Year Built: 2006
  • Number of Units: 47
  • Number of Stories: 24
  • Exterior: Cement/Concrete
  • Parking: Common Garage
  • Pets: No Restrictions
  • H/O Dues Included: Cable TV, Garbage, Water/Sewer
  • Common Property Features & Amenities: Business Center, Cable TV, Concierge, Elevator, Exercise Room, Rooftop Deck, Spa, Virtual Golf

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

  • Alexis Hotel
  • Arundel Books
  • Aveda Salon
  • Bookstore Bar & Cafe
  • Greg Davidson Antique Lighting
  • Legacy Ltd
  • Parfumerie Nasreen
  • Scandia Jewelers
  • Taboo Video
  • Watson Kennedy Fine Home

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98 Union – 98 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101

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Address: 98 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

Designed by Olson Sundberg Kundig Allen Architects, 98 Union is located near Pike Place Market on 1st Avenue. The development was previously known as South Arcade Condominiums because of it’s attached location to the South Arcade entrance into the market. The locaiton is also just a short distance from the Seattle Art Museum, Benaroya Hall and Westlake Center. Floorplans are generous in size and most western facing units have spectacular sound views.

PICTURES

Building Center Patio

BUILDING DATA

  • Year Built: 1985
  • Number of Units: 76
  • Number of Stories: 13
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Parking: Common Garage
  • Pets: Subj to Restrictions
  • H/O Dues Included: Cable TV, Central Hot Water, Earthquake Ins., Garbage, Water/Sewer
  • Common Property Features & Amenities: Cable TV, Concierge, Disabled Access, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fire Sprinklers, Lobby Entrance, Security Gate

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

  • Benaroya Music Hall
  • Goldmine Jewelry
  • Islander Restaurant
  • Merry Tails
  • Northwest Tribal Art
  • Pike Place Market
  • The Purple Cafe
  • Rocky Mtn Chocolate Factory
  • Seattle Art Museum
  • Triple Door
  • Tully’s Coffee
  • Westlake Mall

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Continental Place – 2125 1st Ave., Seattle, WA 98121

Continental Place

Address: 2125 1st Ave., Seattle, WA 98121
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

You wouldn’t know it from it’s concrete exterior, but Continental Place is one of Seattle’s classiest and most private residential high-rises with commanding sound and city views. Designed by WJA, the 33-story tower is located just a couple blocks from Pike Place Market on 1st and Blanchard. The community was awarded a 1st Place Environmental Award by the Board of Realtors and an Honor Award from the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA). Zena Design Group was responsible for the lobby’s renovation which included lighting, flooring, furnishings and art. In addition to extravagant Mt. Rainier, Pike Place Market and Puget Sound views, another distinct feature is this building’s 5th floor amenities which features a beautiful rooftop terrace, exercise room, full-size indoor pool, game room and meeting room.

PICTURES

Pool Fitness Terrace

BUILDING DATA

  • Year Built: 1982
  • Number of Units: 128
  • Number of Stories: 33
  • Exterior: Cement/Concrete
  • Parking: Common Garage
  • Pets: Subj to Restrictions
  • H/O Dues Included: Cable TV, Central Hot Water, Earthquake Ins., Garbage, Water/Sewer
  • Common Property Features & Amenities: Athletic Court, Cable TV, Club House, Concierge, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fire Sprinklers, Game/Rec Room, High Speed Internet Available, Hot Tub, Lobby Entrance, Outside Entry, Pool-Indoor, Rooftop Terrace, Sauna, Security Gate

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

  • Belltown Billiards
  • Buffalo Deli
  • Continental Furniture
  • Elliott Bay Bicycles
  • Gary Manuel Salon
  • Frontier Room Restaurant
  • Jai Thai
  • Queen City Grill
  • Taco del Mar
  • Tune: Hi-Fi For Humans

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Cristalla – 2033 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98121

Crystal Pool The Cristalla

Address: 2033 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98121
Neighborhood: Belltown

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DESCRIPTION

Awarded for Excellence in Engineering and Architecture in association with structural engineers Cary Kopczynski & Company, the Cristalla is one of Seattle’s most beloved high-rise condominiums located on the corner of 2nd Avenue and Lenora. Developed by Murray Franklyn and designed by architects Weber + Thompson, the base is a terra cotta façade of an Italian Renaissance building built in 1906, the Crytal Pool. In addition to the lobby’s elegant staircase and 2-story water feature, William Traver Gallery and local artist Anna Skibska provided artistic decor throughout. Interior designer Mandy Reed continued the theme of the building’s history by maintaining a prevelence of water with translucent panels on doors and glass panels on upper kitchen cabinets. As if there wasn’t already enough details, SSA Acoustics also provided design recommendations for sound quality. All homes feature hardwood flooring with the exception of carpeted bedrooms. Studios, 1-bedrooms, 2-bedrooms and penthouses range from 420 to 2800 square feet. Original prices ranged from $160,000 to $3,000,000.

PICTURES

Base Exterior Roof

Facade Rooftop Entry

BUILDING DATA

  • Year Built: 2005
  • Number of Units: 191
  • Number of Stories: 23
  • Exterior: Cement/Concrete, Glass
  • Parking: Common Garage
  • Pets: No Restrictions
  • H/O Dues Included: Cable TV, Central Hot Water, Earthquake Ins., Garbage, Water/Sewer
  • Common Property Features & Amenities: Business Center, Cable TV, Car Wash, Club House, Concierge, Disabled Access, Dog Park, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fire Sprinklers, Flexcar, Game/Rec Room, Guest Suite, High Speed Internet Available, Hot Tub, Lobby Entrance, Pilates/Yoga Room, Sauna, Security Gate, Rooftop Deck, Steam Room

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

  • Baby & Co
  • Belltown Yoga
  • Blonde
  • Brasa
  • Cherry Street Coffee House
  • Etherea Salon Spa
  • Fancy
  • Gary Manuel Salon
  • Jai Thai
  • Maggie’s Shoes
  • Market Groceries and Deli
  • Moore Theater
  • Peter Miller
  • Qube Restaurant
  • Ralph’s Grocery & Deli
  • Saito’s Japanese Cafe & Bar
  • Sound Grocery
  • Starbucks
  • Starlite Lounge
  • Tully’s Coffee
  • Velocity Art & Design
  • Virginia Inn

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Gallery – 2911 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98121

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Address: 2911 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98121
Neighborhood: Belltown

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DESCRIPTION

Designed by architects Mithun Architects + Designers + Planners and developed by Schnitzer West, Gallery condominiums is built with an emphasis on contemporary art. The 13-story community built by PCL Construction consists of a variety of floorplans including two-story, one bedroom plus den, 18-foot ceiling sky lofts, internalized bedroom open-plan homes, traditional one and two bedroom homes, townhomes and penthouses. Homes also offer personalized designs by MNID Inc. which cater to individual personalities such as the expressionist, minimalist, modernist and individualist. Unbeatable amenities include location off 2nd Avenue and Broad in Belltown, rooftop deck with Puget Sound views, extravagant 2-story lobby entrance, private dog park and more.

PICTURES

Lounge Terrace Townhome

Bed Penthouse Living

Modernist Minimalist Expressionist

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BUILDING DATA

  • Year Built: 2008
  • Number of Units: 233
  • Number of Stories: 13
  • Exterior: Brick, Cement/Concrete
  • Parking: Common Garage
  • Pets: No Restrictions
  • H/O Dues Included: Central Hot Water, Earthquake Ins., Garbage, Water/Sewer
  • Common Property Features & Amenities: Cable TV, Club House, Concierge, Disabled Access, Dog Park, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fire Sprinklers, Game/Rec Room, Guest Suites, Lobby Entrance, Rooftop Terrace

NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS

  • 1st Denny Market
  • 76 Station
  • Car Toys
  • Jenny Craig
  • Killer Looks
  • Lighting Supply
  • Musicians Union of Seattle
  • Sushi Kyo
  • Tully’s Coffee
  • Vespa Seattle
  • Wild Fish
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2200 Westlake – 2200 Westlake, Seattle, WA 98121

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Address: 2200 Westlake, Seattle, WA 98121
Neighborhood: Denny Triangle/South Lake Union

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DESCRIPTION

550,000 square-foot three tower project including an upscale 47,000 square foot Whole Foods grocery store, a five-star Pan Pacific hotel, luxury spa and Marazul Asian Latino restaurant mainly serving the Denny Triangle and South Lake Union neighborhoods. Homes feature open-living spaces, premium kitchens and spacious balconies. The tallest tower featuring the hotel (ARIA) stands 18 stories with only 33 private residences between the 12th and 18th floor. The ARIA building’s lobby was designed by award-winning Hirsch Bedner Associates Interior Design. The southern tower (ARTE) features a two-level lobby, artwork by local artist Betsy Eby and stands 15 stories with 126 units. This tower also includes resident party room, 18-person theater, guest suite, wet bar and pool table. The western tower (AZUR) is where you’ll find resident fitness center and rooftop terrace. AZUR stands 12 stories and has 102 units. The goal of this complex is to provide a lifestyle of convenience with luxury hotel services and doorstep access to the South Lake Union streetcar. Homes originally priced from below $300,000 to over $2 million.

PICTURES

Exterior Lobby Kitchen Window

Kitchen Bath Pan Pacific Suite

BUILDING DATA

  • Year Built: 2006
  • Number of Units: 261
  • Number of Stories: 18, 15 and 12
  • Exterior: Cement/Concrete
  • Parking: Common Garage, Individual Garage
  • Pets: Subj to Restrictions
  • H/O Dues Included: Central Hot Water, Earthquake Ins., Garbage, Water/Sewer
  • Common Property Features & Amenities: Cable TV, Disabled Access, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fire Sprinklers, Game/Rec Room, High Speed Internet Available, Hot Tub, Lobby Entrance, Sauna, Security Gate, Theater, Guest Suite

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Newmark Tower – 1415 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98101

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Address: 1415 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98101
Neighborhood: Downtown

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DESCRIPTION

The Newmark Tower is one of the closest residential locations to Pike Place Market, which is also only two blocks away from downtown’s retail core. Originally J.C. Penny’s and the world’s largest department store, the building was torn down in 1989. The property was then purchased by Intrawest and architects Skidmore, Owings and Merrill built the 24-story apartment tower with McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.. The tower was later converted to office and residential spaces for sale in 1993 by HAL Real Estate Investments, Intracorp and Callison Architecture. The 90,000 square feet of office space is currently leased to the building’s neighbor, WAMU. Homes are comprised of studios, 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms. Floorplans range from 550 to 1,100 square feet and amenities include a 24-hour concierge, indoor pool and outdoor terrace. Some units have decks that connect the living room to the bedroom. Many homes also offer city and/or sound views, although many views have been obstructed by the new Four Seasons to the west and Fifteen Twenty-One tower to the north.

PICTURES

Lobby Pool Terrace

BUILDING DATA

  • Year Built: 1991
  • Number of Units: 192
  • Number of Stories: 24
  • Exterior: Cement/Concrete
  • Parking: Common Garage
  • Pets: Subj to Restrictions
  • H/O Dues Included: Cable TV, Earthquake Ins., Garbage, Water/Sewer
  • Common Property Features & Amenities: Business Center, Cable TV, Club House, Concierge, Disabled Access, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fire Sprinklers, Hot Tub, Lobby Entrance, Outdoor Terrace, Pool-Indoor, Sauna

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