Monday Mortgage Update- Home Improvements
When the housing market’s hot, it seems like just about any remodeling project is a good investment and adds value to your home. But when the market’s tight, you want … Continued
The Parc- Update
I have officially entered The Parc with my first listing for lease! The building is coming together nicely and the common areas are set to be completed at the end … Continued
Monday Mortgage/Fed Update
Many saw Friday morning’s surprise action by the Fed as a move that saved the day in terms of the financial markets…at least for now. What was the surprise move … Continued
Mortgage Update: GOOD, BAD OR UGLY?
GOOD, BAD OR UGLY? All of the above, if we’re looking at last week and home loan rates. Good news came in the form of friendly inflation and employment news, … Continued
What is NEW & FOR SALE in Fremont!- Update
So here is the scoop on what is NEW and FOR SALE in Fremont! The construction is in its final phase over at Azul Flats and they now have a … Continued
Another Trace Lofts Update!
I must say, I have been really impressed with the marketing team over at Trace Lofts. I feel like they are constantly sponsoring events, hosting socials for potential buyers and … Continued
Bond & Home Loan Rate Update- Follow up
Here is another article that RealEstateJournal.com issued discussing the relationship/current state of the bond market and loan rates. Pretty interesting stuff….Problems Mount in Bond Market Backed by Risky Home LoansBy … Continued
Bond & Home Loan Rate Update
It’s a lean, mean economic calendar in store for the upcoming week – with the main interest being a look at the housing sector via May Housing Starts and Building … Continued
Consumer Price Index- Inflation & Housing Update
The week ahead brings a blend of news, including a look at inflation and housing, which continue to be hot topics of late. Particularly on the heels of the Fed … Continued
$1000 Club:Komo4 Interview - Update
I was indeed on the news last night…I missed it, but they have it posted on Komotv.com if you are curious! Yes, rental prices have increased over the past year. … Continued
Madison Tower- Listing Update
I saw that Redfin just featured a condo at Hotel 1000/Madison Tower as one of their daily Sweet Digs. Coincidentally, I also happened to list another unit today in the … Continued
The Cosmopolitan- Update
I officially have entered the building! My first listing (for lease) is a 1310 sq. ft, 2 bedroom + den on the northeast corner of the 23rd floor. I have … Continued
Trace Lofts- Update
Blending modern and historic, Trace offers 142 wide-open living spaces in Seattle’s vibrant 12th & Madison neighborhood — a gateway to downtown. Appealing to creative people, the Built Green project … Continued
2022 Zoom Event Recap
Launched in 2020, our series of Zoom Events allow us to effectively educate and stay connected with you and Seattle’s new construction projects, vendors/contractors, and industry/community professionals—and new in 2022, … Continued
Nearly 1 in 7 Homes in Seattle Worth At Least $1 million
Nearly 1 in 7 homes in Seattle are worth at least $1 million according to a new report by Trulia. Over the past year the typical home has appreciated about … Continued
Washington State Home Price Growth Slows to Second in U.S.
For the first time in 18 months, Washington state no longer leads the country when it comes to the fastest-rising home prices. New data released by CoreLogic shows that Nevada … Continued
Seattle Home Price Growth Leads Nation for 20th Month
Becoming the nation’s fastest growing city of the last decade has certainly contributed to Seattle’s hot streak as it once again leads the nation in home price growth. In the … Continued
Seattle's Home Price Increase Leads Nation for 19th Month
Seattle once again leads the country with the highest year-over-year home price increase, extending its streak to 19 months. In the latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index, which covers … Continued
Seattle Home Price Growth Leads Nation for 18th Month
Seattle maintains its streak as the nation’s hottest housing market as it reaches its 18th month in a row. The area’s tech industry continues to draw new residents to the … Continued
Seattle Home Price Growth Leads Nation for 17th Month in a Row
According to the latest Case-Shiller home price index, Seattle once again leads the nation in price growth. This is a streak that has now lasted 17 months. Their report, reporting … Continued
Urbanash Real Estate - What to Watch for in 2018
UrbanAsh Market Update As we wrap up the first month of the new year, here are a few quick highlights to keep with you in 2018! Rental rates are on … Continued
UrbanAsh Real Estate Spring 2015 Newsletter
SPRING 2015 MARKET UPDATE As we head into summer, please enjoy my update on Seattle’s rental/sales market. Also, don’t forget to pick up this month’s Seattle Met Magazine (page 84)! … Continued
UrbanAsh Newsletter For February 2015
RECORD SALES MONTH – $5.2M SOLD This month, a personal record was set in selling over $5.2M in real estate! Below is a snapshot of the properties sold. Cristalla 2033 … Continued
Residence 802 at The Goodwin
The Goodwin The Goodwin is a 34-unit building on the corner of 1st Avenue and Bell Street in the heart of Belltown. Centrally located, The Goodwin is just steps from … Continued
Seattle Insider: Voda Health
Welcome back to Seattle Insider: One on One with UrbanAsh where we meet with local businesses to discuss their business, surrounding neighborhood & the local real estate market. In the … Continued
524-Unit Condominium Tower Near Pike Place - 1516 2nd Avenue
1516 2nd Avenue/HEWITT Last year Pinnacle Plus Development LLC purchased a 19,440 square foot site at 1516 2nd Avenue for $32.5 million. Now they are gearing up to present updated … Continued
Alaskan Way Viaduct Demolition Underway
Demolition of the Alaskan Way Viaduct began last week after being delayed by a couple days due to weather. Construction began at three locations with the goal for most of … Continued
Latest Design for First & Pike Hotel - 103 Pike Street
Marketview Place LLC (Stellar Holdings and Seattle Properties) has shared new details for their upcoming project at 103 Pike Street. Plans call for the construction of a 14-story tower with … Continued
Mayor Durkan Proposes Lower LID Funding for Seattle Waterfront Redevelopment
City of Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan announced on Thursday that she will send legislation to City Council to complete the funding for the $711 million Seattle waterfront redevelopment. If passed, … Continued
Seattle Insider: Brooke Westlund
In the latest installment of Seattle Insider: One on One with UrbanAsh, Ashley sits down with Seattle mixed-media and abstract artist, Brooke Westlund, to discuss her work, studio location, and … Continued
Seattle-Area Home Price Gains Continue to Lead Nation
Seattle once again led the nation in monthly and annual home price gains, both of which were double the national average. In the Seattle region, home prices grew 13.6 percent … Continued
Record Number of New Inventory Slows Seattle's Rent Growth
With new apartments opening across the city at a high rate and a slew of new units still to come, Seattle is seeing a shift in its rental market. According … Continued
Seattle City Council Considering Head Tax Repeal
Less than a month after unanimously approving the head tax, several Seattle City Council members and Mayor Jenny Durkan released a joint statement on Monday that they were considering a … Continued
Seattle City Council Approves LID Process
This week the Seattle City Council passed a resolution by a vote of 8-0 declaring their intention to order the construction of the Seattle Central Waterfront Improvement Program and to … Continued
Seattle City Council Unanimously Approves Head Tax
On Monday the Seattle City Council voted unanimously to adopt a revised head tax to fund affordable housing and homelessness services. Starting next year, for-profit companies that gross at least … Continued
Downtown Seattle Invests in a Mobile Future
The Downtown Seattle Association (DSA) released their annual State of Downtown report last week where they analyzed the city center’s growth over the past eight years and what we should … Continued