Tag: Seattle Condos

Congress Reinstate Higher FHA Loan Limits

By on November 21, 2011 in Feature, Mortgage, Real Estate with 1 Comment
Congress Reinstate Higher FHA Loan Limits

On October 1, 2011 the increased loan limit for FHA Loans expired reducing the limit in the Seattle area from $567,500 to $506,000 for FHA back loans, potentially affecting upper-end purchases. Last week, FHA got a reprieve from Congress, which reinstated the higher loan limits in 42 states through 2013. For the Seattle/King County area…

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Olive 8 is 65% Sold, Drops HOA dues by 15%

Olive 8 is 65% Sold, Drops HOA dues by 15%

Olive 8 closed on its 148th home and is now 65% sold, plus HOA dues will be lowered 15% for 2012.

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Project updates and development news

Project updates and development news

The Escala Condominium has obtained full Fannie Mae approval, new land use approvals that may affect Belltown condos, Queen Anne High School lawsuit and project updates.

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Seattle Condo Market Report – October 2011

By on November 6, 2011 in Feature, Market Updates with 2 Comments
Seattle Condo Market Report – October 2011

Seattle’s condo market reflected another month of strong sales velocity, constricting inventory and falling condo prices.

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Garden Court Condo Foreclosure

Garden Court Condo Foreclosure

Great foreclosure opportunity to own at Capitol Hill’s vintage Garden Court Condominium – available at 42% below its last sale price in 2007.

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September 2011 Seattle Condo Market Update

By on October 9, 2011 in Feature, Market Updates, Real Estate with 0 Comments
September 2011 Seattle Condo Market Update

September’s Seattle condo market results continued the trend we’ve seen throughout the year – consistent sales volume and declining condo prices.

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Spotlight: The Ellington Condo – Belltown

By on September 23, 2011 in Condo Spotlight Listing, Real Estate with 0 Comments
Spotlight:  The Ellington Condo – Belltown

Large, light-filled one-bedroom home at the Ellington Condominium in Belltown.

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Spotlight: The Rowan – Classic Charm on Capitol Hill

Spotlight:  The Rowan – Classic Charm on Capitol Hill

Charming top-floor unit at the classic Rowan Condominium. This one-bedroom offers modern conveniences while retaining its 1927 period character.

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Seattle Condo Absorption Rate

By on August 26, 2011 in Feature, Market Updates, Real Estate with 3 Comments
Seattle Condo Absorption Rate

The Absorption Rate is an indicator of market condition and demand.

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King5 on Seattle’s Condo Inventory

King5’s report on Seattle’s declining new construction inventory.

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