seattle waterfront homes: Views For Miles and Expansive Waterfront in West Magnolia – 2657 Perkins Lane W , Seattle WA 98199
- 06/02/10 07:19 AM
Seattle Waterfront Real Estate Tour: 2657 Perkins Ln W, Seattle WA 98199 Views For Miles and Expansive Waterfront in West Magnolia While there are a wide variety of waterfront properties in the greater Seattle area, there are a select few pieces of real estate with a true, deep saltwater beach with walkable access. This home on Magnolia's Western shore is just that kind of property, about as close to oceanfront real estate as you can find in Seattle.
This three story house on Perkins Lane is a 1920s-built beach home with plenty of interior space. The 2600 sq ft structure has … (0 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Contemporary Architecture on Magnolia's Ship Canal Waterfront - 3756 W Commodore Way, Seattle WA 98199
- 05/28/10 05:23 AM
Seattle Waterfront Real Estate Tour: 3756 W Commodore Way, Seattle WA 98199 Contemporary Architecture on Magnolia's Ship Canal Waterfront Most of Seattle's Puget Sound waterfront was built up decades ago, as the most popular shorelines were beginning development in the early 1900s, and virtually all buildable waterfront has long been developed. While some homes have been torn down and rebuilt in the meantime, the majority of homes on the waterfront are older structures. This connection to the history of the neighborhood is a strong asset for some waterfront home buyers. At the same time, many home buyers aren't looking for a … (0 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Seattle #2 in Kiplinger's "Best Cities For the Next Decade"
- 05/27/10 04:59 AM
Seattle was named as Kiplingers #2 City in its Best Cities For the Next Decade story, out this week. After the recent study by Policom Corp, an independent economic research firm, rating Seattle's economy #1 out of 266 U.S. metropolitan areas, the good news seems to be flowing our way. The big question is how well the real estate market will recover, even with all of the positive reports. While there are surely quite a few bumps left to ride out in this economy, it looks like Seattle should be one of the first markets ride strong out of this storm, … (1 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Lake Washington Waterfront With Traditional Northwest Feel - 4458 Ferncroft Rd, Mercer Island WA 98040
- 05/26/10 06:41 AM
Seattle Waterfront Real Estate Tour: 4458 Ferncroft Rd, Mercer Island WA 98040 New construction with a Northwest feel on Mercer Island's Eastern Shoreline New construction on the waterfront is some of the most widely varied real estate in the Seattle area, in terms of design. You'll find more Tuscan, modern, chateau, and other non-traditional home styles here than in virtually any other part of Seattle. Waterfront home owners have their own style, and they have the ability to create their own unique vision based on their tastes and backgrounds. It's also nice to see a truly beautiful home that celebrates the … (1 comments)
I was back on the ship canal today, touring a couple of wonderful pieces of waterfront real estate in Magnolia. The first was a classic home for this area, with a 1950s flat roof design, street-side entry on the upper floor, and two stories of windows facing the waterfront.
This home is secluded, being located in the Land's End neighborhood of North Magnolia. While street parking is available, a signature 1950s carport with a flat roofline extending from the home … (0 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Seattle Home Sales Stay Strong in April
- 05/25/10 05:22 AM
Total April home sales in Seattle hit nearly the same levels as March, continuing strong year-over-year sales gains. While prices remain flat, it seems that we've gotten past the price depreciation of 2008 and 2009. Seattle Home Sales, April 2010 Single family detached homes and townhomesTotal home sales down 2% vs last month, but up 30% vs the same month last year.Year to date home sales are up 47% vs 2009. Condo salesTotal sales in April were the same as in March, but up 63% compared to April 2009.Year to date condo sales are up 38% compared to 2009. Read the … (1 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Waterfront Home Tour: Seabrook's Ultimate Beach House
- 05/25/10 05:07 AM
During my visit to Washington's new oceanfront neighborhood, Seabrook, I had a chance to tour the under-construction beach house. This home was selected by Coastal Living Magazine as their Ultimate Beach House for 2010 and is slated to be finished by June.
While many builders are in the process of cutting back on amenities and selling a more affordable product with less upgrades, Seabrook's plans for the beach home are quite a contrast. Building on the waterfront always requires an eye for design and detail, as most waterfront buyers expect high-end finishes and unique character.
Based on renderings … (0 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Seabrook WA on the Ocean - Waterfront Destination for Seattle Area Residents
- 05/25/10 04:57 AM
I took the family out for a business/pleasure trip to the ocean this week to visit Washington's oceanfront neighborhood Seabrook, a newer master-planned community just South of Pacific Beach, WA. A 2.5 hour drive from Seattle, the trip through Grays Harbor County takes you about 20 miles North of Ocean Shores to Seabrook's development on the high bluff shoreline.
While the purported intent of the trip was a real estate course, it was really a chance to view the progress on this waterfront enclave and the construction of its "Ultimate Beach House" (more on that in the next post). Seabrook, … (2 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Spacious, Private Mercer Island Waterfront - 5404 96th Ave SE, Mercer Island WA 98040
- 05/17/10 05:08 AM
Seattle Waterfront Home Tour: Lake Washington Waterfront on Mercer Island's Eastern Shoreline5404 96th Ave SE, Mercer Island WA 98040 One of the issues many waterfront home buyers have in finding the right property is the amount of land and privacy available on a waterfront lot. Waterfront footage on Lake Washington can be as little as 35 feet in some cases, giving a squeezed-in feel with little privacy. Even some homes with lots up to one acre give up most of that land to a long, steep-sloping driveway and may retain as little as 20% of that space for the footprint of … (0 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Waterfront Real Estate Development in Greater Seattle - Piers/Docks/Buoys/Structures
- 05/16/10 05:12 AM
If you've thought about buying waterfront property in King County and developing the land, you may think about buying an existing structure after reading further. While building a new home, dock/pier, or any other structure on the waterfront can create a beautiful property, there are a variety of regulatory agencies that must be traversed before having the opportunity to receive the desired permits.
Moreover, a new structure loses out on one of the greatest assets of existings structures-"grandfathered" real estate. There are bulkheads, docks, boathouses, and near-shore houses all over the Lake Washington, Lake Union, Lake Sammamish, and Puget Sound … (2 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Free Workshop For Waterfront Seattle Homeowners-Maintain Your Shoreline and Habitat
- 05/14/10 01:05 PM
Thanks to King County Councilmember Larry Phillips for the heads up on a free workshop that the conservation district is putting on for waterfront homeowners this summer. This is a great starting point if you are a waterfront homeowner who wants to maintain the integrity of your property and the marine habitat at the same time. It's a free workshop in the morning and an optional lunch and "field trip" in the afternoon. Maybe I'll see you there. --- Where the Water Begins Land Management Practices for Marine Shoreline & Bluff Properties Saturday, June 26th Discovery Park ELC, Seattle WA
9:00 - 12:30 PM … (0 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: West of Market Waterfront Home - 1625 10th St W, Kirkland WA 98033
- 05/13/10 07:40 PM
Seattle Waterfront Home Tour:1625 10th St W, Kirkland WA 98033 Kirkland's waterfront West of Market enjoys a short walk to downtown with the secluded feeling of a small community at the same time. This home on 10th St West is on one of the most private drives of this quiet neighborhood, a waterfront street with no outlet.
With 60 feet of prime Lake Washington waterfront, this home is a classic Kirkland lake house. The 1/4 acre lot is almost fully on the water, with a narrow strip of a driveway leading from 10th down to the plat on the shoreline. … (0 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Canal Waterfront Home in Magnolia - 3736 W Commodore Way, Seattle WA 98199
- 05/13/10 05:28 PM
Seattle Waterfront Home Tour: Magnolia Canal Waterfront Estate 3736 W Commodore Way, Seattle WA 98199 I had a chance to tour four waterfront homes for clients yesterday, and this one took me by surprise. While its price was less than half of some of the other homes I visited, this home was by far my favorite. It just fits its surroundings perfectly, and makes me remember how great my job is on a sunny day. Maybe it's the smell of saltwater, and all of the negative ions in the air (ok, I don't really believe that, and besides, it's just brackish water … (2 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Seattle's Economy Ranked #1 - Good News For Real Estate Market
- 05/12/10 05:20 PM
Strong real estate sales are dependent on a strong economy. Waterfront home sales, in particular, rely upon a strong supply of high-income executive and senior management-level employment to sustain sales. It's looking like Seattle's current economy is fairly strong, relative to the overall stagnant economy in the U.S. Our metropolitan area had the top-ranked economy out of over 350 markets in the country, according to one research firm. While the labor market here might not be as bright as in years past, it's got a bit more shine than most. Puget Sound Business Journal (Seattle)A study by a Florida research firm … (0 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Big News For Houseboats: Financing For Seattle Vessels in Leased Slips
- 05/11/10 05:27 PM
There's a big bit of news for houseboat buyers and sellers in Seattle-we've finally got financing for houseboats/barges in rental marinas such as Seattle Marina and Commercial Marina. This has been the number one factor holding back houseboat sales in the past. Buyers had to pay cash for the full price of the houseboat, which was too great of a barrier for most.
Thanks to Linda Bagley of Special Agents Realty for the heads up. We don't have the final official stats yet, but here are the likely terms: Seattle Metropolitan Credit Union will be lending on houseboat "vessels". Qualified … (0 comments)
Just a short jog from commuters, I-90, and traffic heading to the bustle of Seattle and Bellevue, this award-winning home sits on a quiet shoreline with calm waters and vast lake and city views. The North end of Mercer Island enjoys some of the most expansive views anywhere on Lake Washington, and this home is no exception.
The home has credentials-it was a cover story for Home Beautiful in 1971, an AIA award winner, designed by Reid Morgan, and landscaped by Robert Chittock. The living space … (0 comments)
This expansive piece of waterfront real estate has 1.97 acres of Lake Washington waterfront. While there is currently a 2800 sq ft home on the lot, it's likely the next owner will consider some major development, whether subdividing for multiple waterfront lots, or creating a one-of-a-kind home on a large, private swath of land.
The grounds are … (1 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Mercer Island Waterfront Home Sales, April 2010
- 05/06/10 04:42 PM
While there were no closed waterfront home sales in Mercer Island in April, three waterfront homes did go Pending. All three were mid-island homes, with the least expensive being a short sale on the East shoreline. Overall, waterfront homes sales in Mercer Island have been much stronger this year than last. There have been 6 closed sales year-to-date, vs. just 3 in the same time period of 2009. The median sale price is $2.7 million this year, while it was just over $1 million last year. This mirrors the overall King County waterfront real estate market, where sales numbers have doubled since … (0 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Waterfront Home Sales on the Eastside Are Strong, King County Doubles Up
- 05/06/10 12:36 PM
Waterfront home sales on the Eastside continued to show strong gains in April. There were six significant waterfront sales last month on Lake Washington and West Lake Sammamish. During the same period last year, there were only two such sales. King County waterfront home sales have doubled in the meantime, with 26 sales in April vs. 13 last year. Year-to-date sales were also exactly double the number of sales in 2009, at 82 sales vs. 41. Median sale prices of waterfront homes were down about 10% in April vs. last year, but year-to-date sales are actually up in price around 5% … (0 comments)
seattle waterfront homes: Seattle Waterfront Home Sales, April 2010: Eastlake, Leschi, Beach Drive
- 05/05/10 05:33 AM
Three waterfront homes sold in Seattle in April, matching the same number in April 2009. Waterfront real estate sales have been up significantly along with luxury home sales this year, signalling a bottoming out of the high-end market. While prices overall for waterfront homes are deeply discounted from one or two years ago, total sales have been on the rise for almost a full year now.
There have been 21 year-to-date sales of waterfront homes in Seattle, a 50% increase over the same period in 2009. While we saw a fair number of houseboat and floating home sales influenced by … (1 comments)
Seattle Waterfront Real Estate Tour: 2657 Perkins Ln W, Seattle WA 98199
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