Queen Anne · Seattle
Verified Data Updated March 2026Serana
621 5th Ave N
Serana: Key Facts
Profile by Jeff Reynolds, Seattle Condo Specialist · Compass Real Estate · 20+ years, 500+ transactions
About Serana
Serana is a Mid-Rise building in Queen Anne, Seattle. Built in 1999 with 34 residences across 4 stories.
Building Details
Serana is located at 621 5th Ave N in Lower Queen Anne, steps from Seattle Center, Climate Pledge Arena, and the Space Needle grounds. Built in 1999, this 34-unit, 4-story building constructed of brick and cement plank (HardiePlank-type fiber cement siding) offers a boutique scale in one of Seattle’s most walkable neighborhoods. The building includes fire sprinklers, disabled access, and a lobby entrance, but does not include earthquake insurance in its HOA structure.
621 5th Ave N, Seattle. 34 units of brick and cement plank construction steps from Seattle Center. Built 1999.
At 26 years post-construction, Serana is at a critical point in its building lifecycle. Request the reserve study and current funding percentage before making an offer. Note that earthquake insurance is not included in the HOA—this is a significant gap for Pacific Northwest buyers who should either purchase an individual policy or verify whether the HOA carries separate earthquake coverage. Proximity to Seattle Center means event nights may bring increased noise and activity, depending on unit orientation and floor level.
621 5th Ave N is steps from Seattle Center, Climate Pledge Arena, and the Space Needle grounds; proximity is a lifestyle advantage but event noise on concert and game nights can affect certain units; verify unit orientation and floor relative to Seattle Center before purchase.
Earthquake insurance is NOT included in Serana’s HOA; for a Pacific Northwest condo buyer, this means either purchasing an individual earthquake policy or verifying whether the HOA carries coverage separately; this gap should be addressed in due diligence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Serana?+
621 5th Ave N, in Lower Queen Anne steps from Seattle Center, Climate Pledge Arena, and the Space Needle.
How many units are at Serana?+
34 residences across 4 stories.
What year was Serana built?+
- At 26 years, request the reserve study before making an offer.
Does the HOA include earthquake insurance?+
No. Earthquake insurance is not included in Serana’s HOA. Buyers should factor in the cost of an individual earthquake policy or verify with the HOA whether separate coverage is carried.
What does the HOA include?+
Common area maintenance, garbage, and water/sewer. Earthquake insurance and central hot water are not included; verify the full HOA cost structure before making an offer.
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 Serana?