Estates Northwest: Seattle Real Estate Blog

Historic Mansions in Seattle

Seattle has some of the most gorgeous and significant historic mansions and I always love touring them and showing them to perspective buyers.  Seattle mansions are in many different neighborhoods, but I particularly like the historic beauties.

Many clients refer to the movie Money Pit when I am showing these types of homes, but in most cases, Seattle's historic mansions for sale are in very well cared for and preserved states. 

 My favorite historic mansions in Seattle are in Capitol Hill, Roanoke Park, Washington Park, Laurelhurst, and Queen Anne.  I love the Queen Anne mansions along Queen Anne Boulevard. 

Looking At Sunset Hill Homes:

There are only 15 Sunset Hill homes for sale right now and amazingly the houses that are marked as Sunset Hill in the MLS are actually in Sunset Hill for a change. A lot of times I have to take a few out because they aren't really in Ballard's Sunset Hill. 

The last few days have been a perfect time to show Sunset Hill homes and showcase what a gorgeous neighborhood it is.  When the 90 degree heat was pounding down on the rest of Seattle, it was still warm here, but also cooled by the lovely sea breezes coming off Puget Sound.

There are 4 Sunset Hill homes that are pending right now - they have offers but have not closed.  These range from $417,250 to $799,000.

Homes in Sunset Hill that are for sale range from $412,500 to $2,475,000 and there are many choices in home style and size.  Homes here sell rather quickly when priced for the market.  

Six Sunset Hill homes have sold in the last month ranging from $399,990 to $785,000 with an average sale price to list price of 98.54%.  The range in sale price to list price is 92.66% to 102.17% and the median sales price is $471,250.  The average days on market for these is 22 days.

Sunset Hill homes are desirable and it is no wonder given the natural attraction of the neighborhood. 

Hawthorne Hills Real Estate Update:  

Our buyers just closed on a pretty wonderful Seattle view home in Hawthorne Hills. Hawthorne Hills is perched above Laurelhurst overlooking Lake Washington and has some of the most beautiful Seattle views! 

A little about the Hawthorne Hills view home we sold:

 4919 Stanford Ave NE - 4 bedrooms, 2.75 baths, gorgeous indoor spaces and the most amazing view deck I have had the pleasure of walking on in some time! $850,000  

This was a charming 2510 square foot 1936 cape cod style home on a quiet street which also happens to have a 2 car garage.  

Hawthorne Hills Perks of this home - This one is really close to Children's, UW, and University Village Shopping Center plus the Burke-Gilman runs right through Hawthorne Hills making it ideal for cyclists and runners or walkers.

If you are looking for some great Hawthorne Hills homes for sale that have good views, right now is a gorgeous time to go tour them!  Seattle sun - awwe... I love it:)

Car less in Seattle:  Are you looking for The Best Neighborhoods in Seattle To ditch the car? 

Seattle has a ton of opportunity for someone who might want to move into town and not have a car! 

The walkability of various Seattle neighborhoods can be pretty impressive. 

Criteria for choosing: 

My criteria for picking out best Seattle neighborhoods for being car less is as follows:

1. Easy ability to commute to Downtown Seattle
2. Retail Essentials like the grocery store, pharmacy, etc.
3. Parks and recreation nearby - walking or biking trails, water a plus
4. Entertainment such as movie theatre and restaurants
5. coffee!!! (okay maybe this should be number one)
6. misc. retail, gift stores, etc. a plus
7. Daycare nearby, schools if you have children
8. Library nearby

 Here are some of my favorites for living car less in Seattle:

1. Obviously, Downtown Seattle should be the first choice here - especially if you can find a great Downtown Seattle condo close to Pike Place Market  like the Union 98 Condo Building or how about these Downtown Seattle luxury condos...
2. Queen Anne - Upper Queen Anne is the best for being car less because you have a good combination of all of the above with the extra added benefit of lots of great views, too!  Queen Anne transit has always been ahead of the game and Queen Anne Boulevard is Queen Anne's walking trail. You can find lots of great Queen Anne homes for sale with views that are close to everything, too. 
3. Wallingford - Wallingford has a hip retail center with lots of all of the above and also quick proximity to the freeway for your car friends. It is at the North side of Lake Union and is loaded with charm!  Wallingford homes for sale range from condos to large sweeping historic homes.
4. Phinney Ridge - This is a great spot with easy access to all surrounding amenities plus its own retail zone. Phinney Ridge Homes for sale are usually lovely Seattle Craftsman homes or great modern town homes.
5. Ballard - Now Ballard is big so I am really just referring to living right near the main drag on Market Street, but also into early Sunset Hill.  Ballard is right on the Burke-Gillman Trail so if you wanted to commute via a bicycle, this is a dream.  Make sure and check out Ballard real estate to see all the different choices because there is a big range.
6. Fremont - Fremont has quite  a retail area and lots of activities daily plus it is close to Ballard, Wallingford, and Queen Anne - just over the bridge.  It is a great option and there are good choices for Fremont homes.
7. Green Lake  - Green Lake (Greenlake) has a lot to offer.  It has a few different retail areas and has that wonderful loop around the lake itself. At first it may not seem as walkable as the other areas, but then you realize that Green Lake definitely has it all - retail, restaurants, indoor pool, tennis, library, lots of kids activities, more. Green Lake homes range from condos to townhomes to homes, but there are a few price ranges to choose from.
8. Capitol Hill - Go no further than to check the Walkscore for Capitol Hill and you will see all that surrounds you.  This is one of the oldest Seattle neighborhoods like Queen Anne and highly walkable. My favorite homes in Capitol Hill are the Seattle Historic Mansions.
9. Madison Park - Madison Park has transit out to Downtown and a good retail core plus it has the perks of being on the banks of Lake Washington with a wonderful waterfront park. You can also find nice Madison Park waterfront homes.
10. Eastlake - Eastlake is a quick hop on to the Street car for an easy trip downtown, plus you can live in Eastlake condos, Eastlake townhomes, detached homes or Seattle houseboats.  Eastlake has a long history of being a close knit neighborhood and lots to choose from in the retail section. 

There you have it.  There are others, but I didn't want to overwhelm you!  Let me know what you are looking for in a Seattle neighborhood and I can help you find your perfect spot to go car less in Seattle!

SEATTLE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE: WALLINGFORD: 

This post is actually about the Seattle neighborhood of Wallingford which happens to be one of my favorite Seattle neighborhoods.  I sponsor the neighborhood blog Wallyhood and actually have an office right on Wallingford Ave N. 

Wallingford is a wonderful mix of urban and suburban - it has its own retail center of life, but also is a hop and a skip away from other great Seattle neighborhoods and enjoys easy proximity to Downtown Seattle.

Wallingford Homes for sale:  The Wallingford real estate market has been going pretty strong for homes in the neighborhood and I have seen some amazing listings pop up on the MLS.   You might go visit our gorgeous listing on Wallingford Ave N if you haven't been by yet... 4333 Wallingford Ave N is a wonderful example of Seattle architecture. 

If you would like a private tour of this Wallingford home or other Wallingford Real Estate, please feel free to get in touch with us - we are happy to show you anything on the market and can also offer tips on Wallingford homes that may be coming on the market soon.

Lake Forest Park Open Houses:

This weekend is the big Nationwide Realtor Open House Event and I wanted to highlight the open houses being held for this great occasion:

Lake Forest Park:  19600 44th PL NE  Come see this gorgeous secluded oasis in the city - open from 1-4 on Sunday

Soaring ceilings and walls of windows with treed surroundings just a hop and skip away form all that Seattle has to offer and right next to Horizon View Park.  Deeded Beach Rights in the Lake Forest Park Civic Club!

This weekend is the big Nationwide Realtor Open House Event and I wanted to highlight the open houses being held for this great occasion:

In Wallingford from 1-4 on both Saturday and Sunday, 4333 Wallingford Ave N will be held open - come see this neighborhood gem ready to move in - large spaces with tons of charm!

You can check out all Wallingford Homes For Sale - we are happy to give you a private tour.  The site sweeps the MLS for Wallingford Seattle homes every 15 to 20 minutes.

Do you have a  Laurelhurst view home? Open houses were busy this weekend filled with Laurelhurst buyers on the look out for quality Laurelhurst view homes.  Even the Laurelhurst homes that have non remodeled kitchens and baths get a lot of attention if they have views.  Laurelhurst view homes are in big demand right now!  

Laurelhurst is a Seattle neighborhood East of the University of Washington and view homes are very popular here.  Laurelhurst Beach Club homes are also quite popular compared to other areas of Laurelhurst. Not all Laurelhurst homes are in the Laurelhurst Beach Club Boundaries so let us know if you need help finding one.

Currently there are 20 Laurelhurst homes for sale - many view homes in here and lots of Laurelhurst Beach Club homes.  The average listing price of these is $1,760,848, but homes just below or just above a million dollars are getting multiple offers as soon as they come on the market.  The Laurelhurst homes for sale right now range in price from $715,000 to $6,800,000 with a median price of $874,475.  The million dollar market in Laurelhurst is HOT right now. Let us know if you want an evaluation including current specials on Laurelhurst Realtor listing packages.

Land's End Real Estate Stats: Magnolia Real Estate in Seattle:  Land's End is a beautiful corner of Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood.  Perched on the Northeast tip of Magnolia's Lawton Park just East of Lawton Wood, Land's End is a great place to find unique Seattle water view homes and beautiful Magnolia waterfront property. 

Currently there are three Land's End homes for sale - one is an expansive waterfront property at the very tip of the neighborhood for $2,200,000 and there are also two Seattle view homes available for sale right now, too.  Both are on 40th and one of them is actually a short sale.  The non short sale property is $749,000 for just under 3000 square feet and then the short sale property $735,000 for just over 2000 square feet.  The non short sale has an amazing view of the Ballard locks and Sunset Hill in Ballard.  It also has income potential with a full mother in law apartment downstairs and three parking spaces (2 car garage and one car carport).  It is a great piece of property in a wonderful micro neighborhood inside Magnolia.

Land's End Real Estate Recent Activity:  Recent home sales in Land's End include a 1 bedroom 1 bath waterfront home for $715,000, a new construction 4/3.5 bath 3900 square foot Magnolia vie home for $1,100,000, and a gorgeous 1946 Hollywood type  5 bedroom/ 3.5 bath 4730 square foot Seattle waterfront home on 39th Ave W for $2,100,000. (complete with pool, hot tub, boat lift and launch so you could literally launch your boat from your back yard and travel off to the Puget Sound Islands!)

Magnolia real estate and Land's End real estate Resources:

 Magnolia real estate

Land's End real estate

This house would be PERFECTION for a Seattle home- so much love and care has gone into the details and it even has a brand new bath upstairs!  The grounds are extensive at almost a third of an acre right in city! 

Remodeled to perfection: This is how a house should be remodeled - from studs out - all new electrical, plumbing, more. Over sized covered front porch welcomes you right in to the entry, formal living, dining, and den area.

9042 6th Ave NW

Seattle home with large spaces: Large bedrooms and closets throughout, lots of craftsman attention to detail.  The love that has gone into this house is apparent as you tour it.  Three expansive living levels with room for more! Artist studio with sink and door out to patio and grounds, gorgeous office, den, kitchen with breakfast eating area, all three baths are newer with the same attention to detail as the rest of the house. 

Seattle grounds of beauty:  The grounds themselves are a thing of beauty with some of the most amazing plantings I have ever seen in Seattle. 

Don't want a park like setting for the best back yard parties in Seattle?  How about subdividing off part of it?  You still would have a large yard and income on top of it.

Right in the city!  Your own estate on a park! This gorgeous Seattle home is right in the heart of Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood just north of Ballard and Crown Hill and very close to both Phinney Ridge and Green Lake.  Greenwood has tons of shopping and restaurants including one of my favorites, Gorditos.  In addition, this Greenwood home is just East of North Beach and Blue Ridge with close proximity to both Golden Gardens and Carkeek Park if you want to go play at the beach down the street.  The Puget Sound is literally five minutes away!

Easy access for commuting to all areas of the Puget Sound with pleasant sea breezes off Puget Sound in the distance! Plenty of in city on street parking as this is a quieter neighborhood, but close to lots of great city life!

Want to see it in person?  I would love to tour it with you and show you some of the great details that make it so wonderful!