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Conversion Roundup

Ben Kakimoto — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 20:54:16 +0000

Capitol Hill

seventeen07 - 1707 Boylston Ave

seventeen07 (website) is located in the mix of Capitol Hill’s vibrant Broadway & Pike/Pike districts, just west of Seattle Central at the corner of Boylston and E. Olive Street. The 3-story building features 36 studio, one- and two-bedroom homes, some with downtown views.

Studios come just under 400 sq ft in size and are priced from $180,000 to $205,000; one-bedrooms range in size from 471 to 742 sq ft with prices between $220,000 and $350,000; two-bedrooms range from $360,000 to $390,000 for homes between 814 and 849 sq ft.

Features and amenities include: cork flooring, granite slab countertops, stainless steel appliances, a community room, a fitness/yoga area, extra storage including bike storage and parking. Some homes come with balconies and washer and dryer.

seventeen07 is pet-friendly, gaining a 4-Paw rating on my pet condo list. The building features a pet lounge and play space plus a grooming area. Bonus: if you mention their Craigslist ad, they will donate $250 to the Seattle Animal Shelter at closing.

The Westland Manor – 220 16th Avenue E.

Originally constructed in 1928 Westland Manor (website) combines the charm and architectural highlights of yesteryear with modernity. Westland Manor features 17 one- and two-bedroom homes priced from the low-$300,000s into the $400,000s. Located behind Group Health at 16th and John, residents will enjoy being just a few blocks from 15th Avenue’s cafes, shops and restaurants.

Garage parking is offered as an option and are priced between $25,000 and $30,000.

Magnolia

Promenade on the Park – 3855 34th Avenue W.

Promenade on the Park (website) is a walk-up conversion ideally located two blocks from Discovery Park. The project features 19 studio, one- and two-bedroom homes starting at $200,000 for studios. Most one-bedrooms are around 550 sq ft and priced between $245,000 and $260,000. The two-bedrooms range from 879-962 sq ft and are priced from $385,000.

Home features and amenities include: cork or bamboo flooring, granite and limestone countertops, stainless steel appliances, in-unit washer/dryer, storage and BBQ area.

West Seattle

The Sidney – 2514 57th Avenue SW

The Sidney (website) is a small 9-unit complex located steps from Alki Beach at 57th Ave and Alki Ave. The one- and two-bedroom homes are fairly spacious ranging in size from 735 to 940 sq ft. The one-bedrooms are offered between $299,000 and $375,000 while the two-bedrooms range from $425,000 to $475,000. Recently, prices were reduced $50,000 for a number of the homes.

Updates include new cabinets, slab granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, windows, siding and finishes. Homes come with storage, parking and washer/dryer hookups.

Trenton Court – 8659 Delridge Way SW

Trenton Court isn’t new having been on the market since August and they’re nearly sold out with just three two-bedrooms units remaining. The units range in size from 742 to 784 and are priced at $235,000 and $245,000.

The homes feature bamboo flooring, updated kitchens with stainless appliances, private decks, storage and 2-car tandem parking.

The Candyce – Magnolia

Ben Kakimoto — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 20:28:45 +0000

The Candyce is a recent conversion on Magnolia conveniently located between Fisherman’s Terminal and Discovery Park. Candyce is a small, two-story building, wood-framed with brick veneer. The complex features only 10 condominium homes with a variety of floor plans. As of this writing, there are only 4 units left – a two-level one-bedroom, 2 one-bedroom flats and a two-bedroom, ranging from 529 to 726 square feet.

Homes include hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, hardwood cabinets, washer & dryer, Juno lighting, extra storage space and tiled bath surround. Most homes include parking.

The developer who converted the complex is a custom home builder who added small details such as crown molding on the kitchen cabinets, new custom windows, wood millwork and nicer fixtures.

Candyce is currently holding a close out promotion reducing prices by as much as $20,000. The units available range in price from $219,950 to $259,950. If you don’t mind Magnolia, Candyce is a good entry-level option.

Blue Heron Condos – Magnolia

Ben Kakimoto — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 15:51:35 +0000

The Blue Heron (website) is a new construction condominium project just a few blocks from Discovery Park at 3150 W. Government Way.

The four level building features only 30 one- and two-bedroom condominium homes with an amazing number of different floor plans to select from – 17 floor plans in all. The homes range in size from 639 to 1,058 square feet and are priced between $280,000 and $599,000.

Amenities include:

Hardwoods & premium carpets
Slap granite in kitchen & bath
Chinese Catalpa cabinets
Bosch stainless steel appliances
Most homes with decks or patios
Underground parking
Pets friendly, subject to restrictions

View the Blue Heron slideshow.