Pacific Palisades

About Pacific Palisades

Pacific Palisades is a boutique 4-story condominium in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood. Built in 1997, the building houses just 21 residences at 3900 2nd Ave NE, positioned directly across from the Burke-Gilman Trail, with easy access to Lake Union, the University of Washington, and nearby transit. The location sits just steps from Wallingford’s neighborhood cafes, shops, and everyday conveniences while maintaining a quieter residential feel.

The building offers secure parking, EV charging in select spaces, private storage, a pet-friendly environment, and flexible rental policies. Individual residences often feature corner orientations, skylights, and large windows that bring in natural light throughout the day, open-concept living spaces anchored by hardwood floors and gas fireplaces, and private balconies or decks capturing sweeping views of Lake Union, the city skyline, and the Space Needle.

Building Details

At Pacific Palisades Condos, boutique living is defined by light, views, and an exceptional Wallingford location. This 4-story, 21-unit building, completed in 1997, offers a more intimate residential experience just steps from neighborhood cafés, shops, and everyday conveniences. Positioned directly across from the Burke-Gilman Trail, the setting naturally supports an active lifestyle with easy access to Lake Union, the University of Washington, and nearby transit, while still maintaining a quieter, residential feel.

Inside, residences at Pacific Palisades are known for their natural light and well-designed layouts, often featuring corner orientations, skylights, and large windows that bring in sun throughout the day. Open-concept living spaces flow seamlessly from kitchen to dining to living areas, frequently anchored by hardwood floors and gas fireplaces that add warmth and character. Many homes include private balconies or decks that capture sweeping views of Lake Union, the city skyline, and the Space Needle, creating a strong indoor-outdoor connection. The building offers secure parking, EV charging in select spaces, storage, and a pet-friendly environment, along with flexible rental policies. With its combination of boutique scale, strong light exposure, and proximity to both nature and urban amenities, Pacific Palisades stands out as a compelling option in one of Seattle’s most livable neighborhoods.

Jeff Reynolds tracks Pacific Palisades and the full Wallingford condo market as part of the Seattle Condo Authority Network. Contact Jeff for a buyer consultation, a current market analysis, or access to off-market opportunities in the building.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pacific Palisades located? +

Pacific Palisades is located at 3900 2nd Ave NE in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood, WA 98105. The building sits directly across from the Burke-Gilman Trail, just steps from neighborhood cafes, shops, and everyday conveniences, with easy access to Lake Union, the University of Washington, and nearby transit.

How many units are in Pacific Palisades? +

Pacific Palisades has just 21 residences across 4 stories in a single building. It was completed in 1997 as an ultra-boutique community and remains one of the most intimate condominium addresses in Wallingford.

Is Pacific Palisades close to the Burke-Gilman Trail? +

Yes. Pacific Palisades sits directly across from the Burke-Gilman Trail, one of Seattle’s most valuable recreational and commuting amenities and a consistent driver of residential value in the neighborhoods it touches. Direct trail-front positioning is a permanent scarcity feature that cannot be replicated.

Does Pacific Palisades have EV charging? +

Yes. Pacific Palisades offers EV charging in select parking spaces, which is an increasingly important feature as EV adoption accelerates in Seattle. Verify the specific charging configuration for any unit you are considering, as allocations and amperage can vary.

Is Pacific Palisades pet-friendly? +

Yes. Pacific Palisades is pet-friendly and offers flexible rental policies, which is a genuinely rare combination in Seattle condominiums. Pet-friendly policies meaningfully expand the buyer pool to include dog and cat owners. Verify specific pet and rental rules directly with the HOA as policies can vary.

Do Pacific Palisades residences have views? +

Many residences at Pacific Palisades capture sweeping views of Lake Union, the city skyline, and the Space Needle from private balconies or decks. Always verify the specific view and orientation for any unit you are considering, as view quality varies by floor and position.

What amenities does Pacific Palisades offer? +

Pacific Palisades features secure parking, EV charging in select spaces, private storage, and a pet-friendly environment with flexible rental policies. Individual residences offer corner orientations, skylights, large windows, open-concept layouts with hardwood floors and gas fireplaces, and private balconies or decks with Lake Union and Space Needle views.

What are HOA fees at Pacific Palisades? +

HOA fees at Pacific Palisades range from approximately $450 to $900 per month depending on unit size. Contact Jeff Reynolds for verified current figures and reserve fund status. With only 21 owners sharing capital costs, reserve fund health is particularly important. Always request the most recent HOA financials and reserve study as part of your due diligence.

What makes Pacific Palisades different from other Seattle condos? +

Pacific Palisades combines features that are rarely found together in a Seattle condominium: direct Burke-Gilman Trail frontage, an ultra-boutique 21-unit footprint, corner orientations with skylights and strong light exposure, Lake Union and Space Needle views from private balconies, EV charging in select spaces, pet-friendly policies with flexible rental rules, and a Wallingford village location that blends active outdoor access with walkable neighborhood amenities. The combination of trail-front positioning, boutique intimacy, and ownership flexibility makes it one of the more distinctive options in the Wallingford condo market.