Olympic Block

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About Olympic Block

Olympic Block is a Mid-Rise building in Pioneer Square, Seattle. Built in 1985 with 14 residences across 9 stories.

Building Details

14-unit historic Pioneer Square building constructed 1893. One of Seattle’s oldest surviving condo buildings and a landmark of the Pioneer Square National Historic District.

Olympic Block is a 14-unit historic condominium building in Pioneer Square, constructed in 1893. As one of Seattle’s oldest surviving residential buildings, Olympic Block stands among the most historically significant condo addresses in the Pacific Northwest. The building predates Seattle’s 1889 Great Fire reconstruction era and has witnessed more than 130 years of the city’s history.

Pioneer Square’s National Historic District status means Olympic Block’s exterior and structural character are protected as part of Seattle’s architectural heritage. The building’s 1893 masonry construction delivers materials and proportions that are impossible to replicate in any contemporary building: handmade brick, heavy timber, and the solid scale of late-Victorian commercial architecture.

At 14 units in a building of this age, Olympic Block requires buyers to conduct particularly careful HOA financial due diligence. A building of this vintage has been through multiple major building systems cycles — plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and structural — and the HOA’s reserve fund and capital planning must reflect the unique demands of maintaining a 130-year-old structure.

Jeff Reynolds tracks historic condo buildings within the Seattle Condo Authority Network. Address, stories count, HOA fees, price range, and rental cap should all be verified given the building’s unique historic profile; contact Jeff for current listings and historic building buyer guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Olympic Block located? +

Olympic Block is located in Pioneer Square, Seattle. The exact address is to be verified. Pioneer Square is Seattle’s oldest neighborhood and National Historic District, situated at the southern edge of Downtown Seattle with Link Light Rail at Pioneer Square Station and proximity to the waterfront.

How many units does Olympic Block have? +

Olympic Block has 14 residences. The building was constructed in 1893, making it one of Seattle’s oldest surviving condo buildings. Contact Jeff Reynolds for current availability and recent comparable sales.

What is the history of Olympic Block? +

Olympic Block was constructed in 1893, placing it among Seattle’s oldest surviving buildings. The building was part of Pioneer Square’s post-Great-Fire reconstruction era and has been a presence in the neighborhood for over 130 years. Its masonry construction and period architecture represent some of the city’s most authentic historic fabric.

What should buyers know about purchasing in a 130-year-old building? +

Buildings of Olympic Block’s age require thorough HOA financial due diligence. Major building systems have been updated multiple times across 130 years, and the reserve fund must account for ongoing stewardship of a historic structure. Buyers should carefully review reserve studies, special assessment history, and capital improvement planning. Jeff Reynolds can advise on what to evaluate in a historic building HOA.

What are HOA fees at Olympic Block? +

HOA fees at Olympic Block should be verified directly, as the building’s unique historic profile makes standard estimates unreliable. Contact Jeff Reynolds for current HOA fee data and reserve fund status.