Pioneer Square · Seattle
Updated March 2026Merrill Place Lofts
97 S Jackson St
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Merrill Place Lofts: Key Facts
Profile by Jeff Reynolds, Seattle Condo Specialist · Compass Real Estate · 20+ years, 500+ transactions
About Merrill Place Lofts
Merrill Place Lofts is a Loft building in Pioneer Square, Seattle. Built in 1905 with 15 residences across 5 stories.
Monthly HOA fees range from $600–$1200. The building has a Walk Score of 97.
Building Details
15-unit Pioneer Square loft building at Merrill Place, 5 stories, original structure 1905.posed architecture and urban character.
Merrill Place Lofts is a 15-unit loft-style condominium building in Pioneer Square, completed in 2001. The building delivers the open-plan loft format that urban buyers prize: exposed structural elements, high ceilings, flexible floor plans, and an industrial aesthetic that contrasts with the more conventional layouts in Pioneer Square’s mid-rise and high-rise condo towers.
Loft-format condominiums in Seattle command a consistent premium among buyers who prioritize live-work flexibility and architectural character over conventional residential layouts. Merrill Place Lofts’ 15-unit scale creates a boutique ownership community within Pioneer Square’s larger residential landscape.
The building’s Belltown location provides walkable access to Pike Place Market, the Elliott Bay waterfront, and the neighborhood’s restaurant and cultural corridor. At 15 units, the HOA community is small enough that owners typically know their neighbors, and building decisions move faster than in Pioneer Square’s larger towers.
Jeff Reynolds tracks loft-format condo buildings across Seattle within the Seattle Condo Authority Network. Address and stories count should be verified; contact Jeff for current availability, HOA reserve fund data, and loft buyer strategy specific to Belltown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are Merrill Place Lofts located? +
Merrill Place Lofts is located in Pioneer Square, Seattle. The exact address is to be verified. Belltown’s position between Downtown Seattle and Seattle Center provides walkable access to Pike Place Market, the Elliott Bay waterfront, and the neighborhood’s restaurant corridor on 1st and 2nd Avenues.
How many units are in Merrill Place Lofts? +
Merrill Place Lofts has 15 residences. The building was completed in 2001. Contact Jeff Reynolds for current availability, unit configurations, and recent comparable sales.
What makes Merrill Place Lofts different from other Belltown condos? +
Merrill Place Lofts offers the loft-style floor plan format, which is relatively rare in Pioneer Square’s predominantly mid-rise and high-rise condo inventory. Open-plan layouts, high ceilings, and exposed structural elements give loft buildings a distinct architectural character. Buyers who prioritize live-work flexibility typically favor loft-format buildings over conventional condo layouts.
What are HOA fees at Merrill Place Lofts? +
HOA fees at Merrill Place Lofts are estimated at $400–$750 per month depending on unit configuration. Contact Jeff Reynolds for verified current figures and reserve fund status.
Are loft condos a good investment in Seattle? +
Loft-format condominiums in Seattle have maintained consistent buyer demand over time due to their relative scarcity and architectural distinctiveness. Buildings like Merrill Place Lofts compete in a narrower inventory category than conventional condos, which tends to support pricing through supply constraints. Jeff Reynolds can advise on loft condo performance data and whether a loft building aligns with your investment goals.
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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 Merrill Place Lofts?