Windwatch

About Windwatch

Windwatch is an ultra-boutique 4-story townhome-style condominium community in Seattle’s Westlake neighborhood. Built in 1987, the building houses just 20 residences at 2400 Aurora Ave N, positioned above Lake Union with convenient access to South Lake Union, Queen Anne, and downtown Seattle. The location provides a unique balance of proximity to major employers like Amazon and the broader SLU corridor while feeling set back from the daily urban pace.

The community offers attached two-car garages in many homes, multi-level townhome-style layouts with private entrances, pet-friendly policies, no rental cap, and has undergone extensive recent renovations including a new Ceraclad exterior envelope, windows, roof, and decks. Individual residences feature open-concept main living areas anchored by fireplaces, upper levels that provide separation for bedrooms, generous primary suites, and ample storage throughout. Many residences capture expansive views of Lake Union and the Cascade Mountains.

Building Details

At Windwatch Condos, urban living is reimagined with a sense of privacy and scale that feels more like a townhome community than a traditional condominium. Built in 1987 and consisting of just 20 residences, this 4-story boutique building offers a quiet, low-density environment perched above Lake Union, with convenient access to South Lake Union, Queen Anne, and downtown Seattle. The location provides a unique balance, close to major employers and city amenities, yet set back enough to feel removed from the daily pace.

Inside, residences at Windwatch are defined by their multi-level layouts, private entrances, and expansive views of Lake Union and the Cascade Mountains. Open-concept main living areas flow naturally between kitchen, dining, and living spaces, often anchored by fireplaces and designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining. Upper levels provide separation and privacy for bedrooms, with generous primary suites and ample storage throughout. Many homes include attached two-car garages, a rare feature in Seattle condo living, along with additional storage space. The community has undergone extensive recent renovations, including a new Ceraclad exterior envelope, windows, roof, and decks, offering long-term durability and peace of mind. With pet-friendly policies, no rental cap, and proximity to Amazon and the broader South Lake Union corridor, Windwatch stands out as a distinctive option for those seeking space, flexibility, and a more residential feel in a highly connected location.

Jeff Reynolds tracks Windwatch and the full Westlake and Lake Union 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 Windwatch located? +

Windwatch is located at 2400 Aurora Ave N in Seattle’s Westlake neighborhood, WA 98109. The building sits perched above Lake Union with convenient access to South Lake Union, Queen Anne, and downtown Seattle. Amazon’s campus and the broader South Lake Union tech employer corridor are quickly accessible.

How many units are in Windwatch? +

Windwatch has just 20 residences across 4 stories in a single building. It was completed in 1987 and is one of the most intimate, ultra-boutique condominium communities in the Lake Union corridor.

Do Windwatch residences have two-car garages? +

Yes. Many residences at Windwatch include attached two-car garages, which is an extraordinarily rare feature in the Seattle condominium market. Attached private garage access is a permanent dimensional feature that cannot be retrofitted and meaningfully expands the buyer pool to include multi-car households and buyers transitioning from single-family homes. Verify the specific parking configuration for any unit you are considering.

Has Windwatch been renovated? +

Yes. Windwatch has undergone extensive recent renovations including a new Ceraclad exterior envelope, windows, roof, and decks. Envelope and exterior work is typically the largest capital expense in a building’s lifecycle, and this comprehensive modern renovation meaningfully reduces near-term special assessment risk while extending the useful life of the building by decades. This is one of the most meaningful positive signals for any 1980s-era Seattle building.

Does Windwatch have a rental cap? +

No. Windwatch has no rental cap, which is one of the most important and increasingly rare positive features for Seattle condominium buyers. No-cap buildings expand the buyer pool on resale to include investor-owners alongside owner-occupants and support stronger long-term price stability.

Is Windwatch pet-friendly? +

Yes. Windwatch is pet-friendly, which meaningfully expands the buyer pool to include dog and cat owners. Combined with no rental cap, this flexibility is a genuine and durable resale advantage. Verify current pet rules, weight limits, and breed restrictions directly with the HOA.

What amenities does Windwatch offer? +

Windwatch features attached two-car garages in many homes, multi-level townhome-style layouts with private entrances, and a recently renovated Ceraclad envelope, windows, roof, and decks. Individual residences offer open-concept main living areas anchored by fireplaces, generous primary suites, ample storage, and expansive views of Lake Union and the Cascade Mountains.

What are HOA fees at Windwatch? +

HOA fees at Windwatch range from approximately $450 to $950 per month depending on unit size. Contact Jeff Reynolds for verified current figures and reserve fund status. The building has recently completed extensive envelope and exterior renovations, which meaningfully reduces near-term special assessment risk. Always request the most recent HOA financials and reserve study as part of your due diligence.

What makes Windwatch different from other Seattle condos? +

Windwatch combines features that are rarely found together in any Seattle condominium: attached two-car garages in many homes, multi-level townhome-style layouts with private entrances, an ultra-boutique 20-unit footprint, a recently completed Ceraclad envelope and full exterior renovation, no rental cap, pet-friendly policies, and a location perched above Lake Union with convenient access to Amazon and the South Lake Union corridor. The combination of private garage access, townhome-style privacy, and completed envelope renovation makes it one of the most distinctive ownership options in the Lake Union corridor.