Seattle Condo Authority Network • First Hill
146-unit First Hill residential building at 325 Seneca St, built 1950. Designed by John Graham, architect of the Space Needle, with dashing midcentury character.
Building Profile
The Decatur stands as one of Seattle's most architecturally significant midcentury buildings. Designed in 1950 by John Graham—the architect who would later design the iconic Space Needle—The Decatur brings midcentury elegance to First Hill's healthcare hub.
Located at 325 Seneca St between downtown and Capitol Hill, The Decatur offers 146 residences across 13 stories. The building features a rooftop deck with BBQs, secure underground parking garage, additional storage units, and on-site building management. Units include both 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom floor plans with updated bathrooms and kitchens.
First Hill's proximity to Swedish Medical Center, Virginia Mason, and Harborview Medical Center makes The Decatur particularly attractive to healthcare professionals. The neighborhood is walkable to downtown and Capitol Hill, with no rental cap restriction on units.
| Address | 325 Seneca St, Seattle, WA |
| Neighborhood | First Hill |
| Year Built | 1950 |
| Total Units | 146 |
| Stories | 13 |
| Unit Mix | 1BR and 2BR floor plans |
| Architect | John Graham |
| Parking | Underground garage included |
| Rental Cap | None |
| Estimated HOA | $500-$900/mo |
| Last Verified | March 2026 — SCA Registry |
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1950 to 2026 equals 76 years of reserve accumulation. Request reserve study and percent-funded figure to evaluate long-term financial stability.
1950 vintage requires attention to major systems. Verify current status of elevator, mechanical systems, roofing, and parking structure. Request comprehensive reserve study.
Proximity to Swedish, Virginia Mason, and Harborview creates strong rental demand. Walkable to both downtown and Capitol Hill with excellent public transit.
Rental Cap: None per available data. Important for investors. Verify current owner-occupancy ratio for Fannie Mae financing eligibility.
Buyer Profiles
First Hill's medical campus concentration makes The Decatur a natural fit for physicians, nurses, and staff at nearby Swedish and Virginia Mason.
Buyers appreciating midcentury design, architectural pedigree, established 146-unit building with 75+ years of HOA history and skyline views.
No rental cap confirmed. 146 units clears Fannie Mae thresholds. Verify owner-occupancy ratios and rental market demand in First Hill.
Market Data
| Unit Type | Price Range | Price Per Sq Ft | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | $380K-$550K | $430-$510/sqft | Views vary by floor and orientation |
| 2-Bedroom | $560K-$820K | $420-$500/sqft | Updated units at upper range |
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Jeff Reynolds is Seattle's leading specialist in urban condominiums, with deep expertise in The Decatur and every building in the Seattle Condo Authority Network. If you're buying or selling at The Decatur, Jeff has the data, the relationships, and the track record to represent you.
Jeff tracks every sale at The Decatur, maintains HOA financial data, and knows which floor plans and view orientations hold value best. This depth of building-level knowledge is what separates a specialist from a generalist.
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