Comments on: Tobira Condominiums

By: Meg

Meg — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 18:52:34 +0000

Julie - I have two little dogs, and would walk them up 5th ave towards downtown if it is later in the evening, would not go through Pioneer square during the night, but otherwise PS is pleasant in the evening when it’s still light, and walk down to the water. Also try Terrace Park, up Washington, again, if it’s still light, park closes at dusk.

By: Ben_Kakimoto

Ben_Kakimoto — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 17:31:22 +0000

Ken - could you clarify your statement? Do you currently own a unit at Tobira? If not, how did you come upon this info?

By: Ken

Ken — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 03:02:59 +0000

I would not buy one of the units. They are not paying all of the bills. Who knows when the power will be cut off. Or the water, or so on.

By: Julie

Julie — Sat, 22 Sep 2007 18:53:50 +0000

I’m concerned about safety at night. Where would I take my dog for her evening walk?

By: Jared

Jared — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 22:26:22 +0000

I actually live in this building and alot of the criticism posted is bogus. Yes the water in the garage was an issue. Alot of work has gone into fixing it (you never know what will happen in the future). Otherwise, the crime-overrated. I walk everywhere at all times and although there are some sketchy people at times, it is downtown, Im not sure what you would expect. Building is secure. noise has never been a factor for me. Overall, the location is better than you would imagine and the price is hard to beat. I really enjoy living here.

By: Ben_Kakimoto

Ben_Kakimoto — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 21:40:40 +0000

QAnne - I would suggest going to the area at different times of the day to see what traffic, noise and people patterns will be like, at least during the times you’re likely to be at home. Potentially, during sporting events, traffic may be an inconvenience.

The bus tunnel, per Sound Transit, is expected to be completed this Fall.

By: QAnne

QAnne — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 18:15:32 +0000

Hi DsP,

I am considering a condo in Tobira because they are affordable (not many of those around). Can I ask you a few questions?

-Were the noise issues (busses, fire engines, etc) unbearable, annoying, or just average city noise?
-In the summer did the western exposure make the units uncomfortably hot?
-Could you hear every move of the person above you?

I know no building is perfect, and I am willing to put up with a few annoyances for the price, but I am looking for an honest voice regarding the extent to which these things affected your quality of life. Any other building quirks or information you could point out would be appreciated.

By: DsP

DsP — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 22:23:56 +0000

I used to live here before the conversion. My husband always had concerns about the water seepage into the garage. My apartment, post conversion, will cost $400,000+. Definitely trying to make a silk purse from a sow’s ear. 1 piece of advice…Wait until the new fire station across the street is completed before you consider living here. You might want to wait for the bus tunnel to open as well. There are a lot buses using 5th Avenue while the tunnel is closed… 20 hours… every day.

By: Ben_Kakimoto

Ben_Kakimoto — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 18:06:41 +0000

Art - A fleet oiler, pretty cool (I’ve hidden part of the ship’s address). Unfortunately, I don’t have any photos, but on the Tobira website, they do have representative floor plan. http://www.tobiracondos.com.Â Also, check out http://www.cityviewleschi.com which is comparable in price range but a little further away from downtown.

By: art cloud

art cloud — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 08:17:32 +0000

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