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Verified Data Updated March 20261521 Second Avenue
1521 2nd Ave
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1521 Second Avenue: Key Facts
Profile by Jeff Reynolds, Seattle Condo Specialist · Compass Real Estate · 20+ years, 500+ transactions
About 1521 Second Avenue
1521 Second Avenue is a High-Rise building in Downtown, Seattle. Built in 2006 with 139 residences across 21 stories.
Building Details
139-unit Downtown Seattle high-rise at 1521 2nd Ave, completed 2006. 21 stories on prime 2nd Avenue between Pike Place Market and Benaroya Hall.
1521 Second Avenue is a 139-unit condominium high-rise at 1521 2nd Ave in Downtown Seattle, completed in 2006. The building occupies a prime position on 2nd Avenue, one of Downtown’s most established residential corridors, midway between Pike Place Market and Benaroya Hall.
The 2nd Avenue address delivers walkability scores among the highest in the city: residents are steps from Pike Place Market, the Seattle Art Museum, and the retail and dining density of 3rd Avenue. Link Light Rail at Westlake Station is within walking distance, connecting the building to the broader Seattle metro.
As a mid-2000s construction, 1521 Second Avenue offers the balance of modern building systems with established HOA reserves accumulated over two decades of ownership. Units have typically been updated by successive buyers, creating a range of finish levels at varying price points.
Jeff Reynolds maintains detailed sales data at 1521 Second Avenue and can provide floor plan comparisons, HOA financials, and a buyer strategy tailored to this building. Contact Jeff for current availability and market context.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is 1521 Second Avenue located? +
1521 Second Avenue is located at 1521 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, in Downtown Seattle. The building sits on 2nd Avenue between Pike Street and Pine Street, steps from Pike Place Market, the Seattle Art Museum, and Benaroya Hall. Westlake Station (Link Light Rail) is within walking distance.
How many units does 1521 Second Avenue have? +
1521 Second Avenue has 139 residences across its 21 floors. The building was completed in 2006. Unit mix and floor plan details are available from Jeff Reynolds.
What year was 1521 Second Avenue built? +
1521 Second Avenue was completed in 2006, placing it among Downtown Seattle’s mid-2000s construction wave. The building has over 20 years of HOA reserve accumulation and an established ownership community. Units range from original condition to fully renovated, offering buyers multiple price points.
What are HOA fees at 1521 Second Avenue? +
HOA fees at 1521 Second Avenue are estimated at $550–$1,200 per month depending on unit size. As a 2006 building, the HOA has an established fee structure and reserve history. Contact Jeff Reynolds for verified current figures and reserve fund status.
Is 1521 Second Avenue walkable? +
1521 Second Avenue has one of the highest walkability scores in Seattle. The 2nd Avenue address puts residents steps from Pike Place Market, the Seattle Art Museum, and dozens of restaurants and shops. Westlake Station provides light rail access to Capitol Hill, University District, and Sea-Tac Airport.
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Jeff Reynolds
Seattle Condo Specialist · Compass Real Estate · 20+ Years
Jeff Reynolds has spent 20+ years exclusively focused on Seattle's condo market, closing 500+ transactions and personally profiling 202+ buildings. His building-level expertise, grounded in HOA financials, reserve fund health, construction quality, and resale performance, is the foundation of every recommendation on this site. Have a question about 1521 Second Avenue?