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Explore 6 condominium buildings in Seattle's First Hill neighborhood, a quiet, walkable plateau above Downtown with new construction condos, medical district employment, and easy access to Capitol Hill.
About First Hill
First Hill sits immediately east of Downtown Seattle on a gentle rise overlooking the city. Often called 'Pill Hill' for its concentration of major hospitals, First Hill is quieter and more residential than Belltown or Downtown, with a character defined by tree-lined streets, Freeway Park, and easy walking access to both Capitol Hill and Downtown. Its condo market skews newer, with most buildings completed after 2000.
First Hill is home to Swedish Medical Center, Virginia Mason, Harborview, and several other major healthcare facilities. Buyers working in healthcare find First Hill's condo stock uniquely convenient, with most buildings a short walk or shuttle from major employers.
Freeway Park, built over I-5, provides a significant green corridor connecting First Hill to Downtown. The neighborhood also has quieter, tree-lined residential streets that contrast with the density of adjacent Downtown and Belltown.
First Hill's location puts residents within a 10-15 minute walk of Downtown's retail and transit core and Capitol Hill's dining and nightlife corridor. It's a rare neighborhood that offers quiet residential character with exceptional proximity to two major urban centers.
Most First Hill condo buildings were completed after 2000, with three buildings, KODA, Graystone, and Matae, completed since 2019. Buyers looking for modern construction, updated systems, and contemporary unit layouts have stronger options here than in older neighborhoods.
First Hill Streetcar connects the neighborhood to Capitol Hill Station (Link Light Rail) and the International District. Bus routes along Madison, Spring, and Seneca provide direct access to Downtown, making First Hill viable without a car.
First Hill attracts buyers who want quieter urban living close to Downtown without the nightlife noise of Belltown or Capitol Hill. The neighborhood's newer building stock, most completed post-2002, means buyers typically find cleaner mechanical systems, lower deferred maintenance risk, and more modern unit layouts than in older neighborhoods.
The medical district employment base creates strong and consistent rental demand from healthcare professionals, making First Hill one of Seattle's more reliable neighborhoods for investment-oriented condo buyers.
Featured Buildings
All six First Hill condominium buildings, from the neighborhood's newest construction to its established mid-rise community.
First Hill · New Construction
A 2021 First Hill mid-rise with 203 residences, one of the neighborhood's largest buildings. KODA brings modern high-rise living to a neighborhood historically underserved by new condo construction. Contemporary unit layouts, modern amenities, and a First Hill location convenient to both Downtown and the Capitol Hill light rail station.
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Completed in 2022, First Hill's newest condo building. Graystone offers 80 residences with the cleanest mechanical systems, newest unit designs, and most contemporary common areas of any First Hill building. For buyers who want the newest possible building in an established neighborhood, Graystone is the answer.
View Building →First Hill · Mid-Rise
A 2009 First Hill mid-rise with 85 units, the neighborhood's most established condo building with a track record of strong management and consistent resale activity. Enso buyers enjoy a proven building community, competitive HOA fees ($450-$750/month), and a central First Hill location that predates the neighborhood's newer construction surge.
View Building →First Hill · Modern Mid-Rise
A 2019 First Hill building with 65 residences, occupying the mid-ground between Enso's established track record and the newest KODA and Graystone construction. Matae offers modern unit finishes and layouts at a price point below the newest buildings, appealing to buyers who want recent construction without new-construction pricing.
View Building →First Hill · Mid-Rise
A 2002 First Hill mid-rise with 120 units, one of the neighborhood's first modern condo buildings. First Hill Plaza established the template for First Hill condo living, professional management, walkable location, and reasonable HOA fees. Its longer track record makes it easier to evaluate financially than newer buildings.
View Building →First Hill · Mid-Rise
A 2006 First Hill building with 55 residences. Victoria occupies a sweet spot in the First Hill market, newer than First Hill Plaza but with a longer track record than post-2019 buildings. Competitive pricing and consistent professional management make Victoria a reliable mid-market First Hill option.
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All 6 confirmed First Hill condo buildings with year, unit count, and style classification.
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First Hill offers a quieter alternative to Belltown and Capitol Hill, with strong transit connections, green space, and a calm residential character.
First Hill's concentration of major hospitals, Swedish, Virginia Mason, and Harborview, creates a unique micro-market where healthcare professionals walk to work. This employment base drives consistent rental demand and occupancy for investment buyers.
Freeway Park's green corridor connects First Hill to Downtown, and Volunteer Park is a short walk north via Capitol Hill. The neighborhood has more green space access than its density suggests.
First Hill shares a border with Capitol Hill, putting residents within easy walking distance of Capitol Hill's Pike/Pine dining corridor, independent theaters, and nightlife, while returning home to a quieter First Hill residential setting.
The First Hill Streetcar connects the neighborhood directly to Capitol Hill Station (Link Light Rail) and the International District, giving residents access to Seattle's broader transit network without a car.
Side-by-Side Data
All 6 First Hill condo buildings sorted by year built. Three buildings completed post-2019 give First Hill one of Seattle's newer condo stocks.
| Building | Year Built | Units | Style | Typical Price Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Hill Plaza | 2002 | 120 | Mid-Rise | $450K - $800K |
| Victoria | 2006 | 55 | Mid-Rise | $450K - $750K |
| Enso | 2009 | 85 | Mid-Rise | $450K - $800K |
| Matae | 2019 | 65 | Modern Mid-Rise | $500K - $900K |
| KODA | 2021 | 203 | New Construction | $600K - $1.2M |
| Graystone | 2022 | 80 | New Construction | $500K - $950K |
Frequently Asked Questions
First Hill has 6 condo buildings in the Seattle Condo Authority Network database: KODA (2021, 203 units), Graystone (2022, 80 units), Enso (2009, 85 units), Matae (2019, 65 units), First Hill Plaza (2002, 120 units), and Victoria (2006, 55 units). The neighborhood skews strongly toward newer construction, with three of six buildings completed since 2019. This makes First Hill one of Seattle's freshest condo markets by building vintage.
First Hill is a strong condo neighborhood for buyers working in the medical district or Downtown who want quieter residential character than Belltown or Capitol Hill. The concentration of hospitals and healthcare employers creates consistent rental demand. The neighborhood's newer building stock (most post-2002) means lower deferred maintenance risk than older neighborhoods. The First Hill Streetcar and Capitol Hill Light Rail provide car-free transit options. For investment buyers, First Hill's rental demand from healthcare workers is one of the most reliable in Seattle.
Yes, First Hill has three recently completed condo buildings. Graystone (2022, 80 units) is the newest, offering the most contemporary unit designs and systems. KODA (2021, 203 units) is the largest new-construction building, with a full amenity package and modern high-rise layout. Matae (2019, 65 units) represents the most established of the recent wave, with a few years of HOA financial history available for buyer review. Together, these three buildings give First Hill one of Seattle's strongest concentrations of post-2019 condo inventory.
First Hill condos generally price below comparable Downtown buildings, offering a discount for the quieter, less central location. Entry-level First Hill condos begin around $450,000 in buildings like Enso and Victoria. Modern new construction at KODA and Graystone ranges from $500,000-$1.2M depending on size and floor. By comparison, Downtown luxury buildings like Escala and Olive 8 start above $800,000 for similar layouts. First Hill represents a genuine value proposition for buyers who want modern Seattle condo living at a modest discount to Downtown pricing.
First Hill is Seattle's quietest walkable urban neighborhood, a calm, tree-lined plateau above Downtown that attracts residents who want city proximity without city noise. The neighborhood has a strong institutional character around its hospitals and medical facilities, transitioning to more residential blocks as you move away from the medical corridor. Freeway Park provides a green connection to Downtown. The First Hill Streetcar connects residents to Capitol Hill's dining scene and the Link Light Rail network. Buyers consistently describe First Hill as 'urban but calm,' which is exactly the positioning that distinguishes it from noisier Belltown and Capitol Hill.
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First Hill is one of Seattle's most underappreciated condo neighborhoods. The newer building stock, strong medical district rental demand, and proximity to Downtown make it a compelling case that many buyers overlook because they aren't familiar with the neighborhood.
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