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Top-floor luxury residences in Seattle's premier condo buildings. From Four Seasons Private Residences to Escala, Spire, and Insignia Towers – Seattle's finest elevated addresses.
Top-Floor Residences
99 Union St • Downtown
Seattle's ultimate penthouse address. The Four Seasons Private Residences occupy the top floors of the Four Seasons Hotel with white-glove hotel services, private residents' lounge, and panoramic Elliott Bay views. Select residences priced above $5M.
1920 4th Ave • Downtown
Escala's penthouse collection occupies floors 28–31 with the building's most expansive floor plans and panoramic city, Sound, and mountain views. European-inspired architecture with private elevator lobbies and premium finish packages.
600 Wall St • Belltown
Spire's penthouse floors sit at the pinnacle of one of Seattle's newest luxury towers. Views from every direction: Elliott Bay and the Olympics to the west, Cascades to the east, Lake Union and the city below. Flawless modern interiors.
2000 3rd Ave • Belltown
Seattle's newest luxury high-rise features penthouse-collection units on its uppermost floors with unobstructed Olympic Mountain and Puget Sound views. Premium finishes, dedicated amenity floors, and Seattle's most current luxury building.
588 Bell St • Belltown
Insignia's twin 41-story towers offer Seattle's largest high-rise penthouse inventory. Upper floors command panoramic 360-degree views with the largest floor plans in the complex. Rooftop pool, concierge, and full resort-style amenities.
737 Olive Way • Downtown
The uppermost floors of Olive 8 represent the building's premier penthouse collection, with wraparound views and oversized terraces on select units. LEED Silver certified with hotel-style amenities and a prime Downtown location.
819 Virginia St • Downtown
Cosmopolitan's upper floors offer some of Downtown Seattle's most commanding views of Elliott Bay and the Olympic Mountains. 34-story tower with premium finishes and one of Downtown's most established luxury condo communities.
Data to be verified • Downtown
Madison Tower's penthouse-level units represent some of Downtown Seattle's newest and most refined residential spaces. The building's 2017 vintage brings contemporary finishes and a prime Downtown location to the luxury segment.
1808 Minor Ave • DT/SLU
Nexus penthouse and upper-floor units capture Lake Union and city views in one of Seattle's most innovative modern buildings. Sky lounge, rooftop terrace, co-working space, and a 2020 build quality that sets a new standard.
2033 2nd Ave • Belltown
Cristalla's upper floors are among Belltown's most sought-after penthouse residences. The 23-story glass tower offers heated outdoor pool, concierge, and Belltown's best elevated view platform at an accessible luxury price point.
Comparison
| Building | Neighborhood | Year | Units | Penthouse Floors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Four Seasons Residences | Downtown | 2008 | 36 | Top 4 floors |
| Escala | Downtown | 2009 | 269 | Floors 28–31 |
| Spire | Belltown | 2022 | 343 | Floors 35–41 |
| First Light | Belltown | 2024 | 459 | Upper Floors |
| Insignia Towers | Belltown | 2015 | 698 | Floors 35–41 |
| Olive 8 Residences | Downtown | 2009 | 229 | Floors 34–39 |
| Cosmopolitan | Downtown | 2007 | 253 | Upper Floors |
| Madison Tower | Downtown | 2017 | 148 | Upper Floors |
| Nexus | DT/SLU | 2020 | 389 | Upper Floors |
| Cristalla | Belltown | 2005 | 195 | Upper Floors |
Buyer Guide
The Four Seasons Private Residences at 99 Union St represents Seattle's most exclusive penthouse address, with select top-floor residences priced above $5M. Escala, Spire, and Insignia also have top-floor penthouses that have sold above $3M–$5M. The most expensive Seattle condos ever sold have been penthouse units at the Four Seasons and Escala.
In Seattle's luxury buildings, penthouses typically refer to the top 2–4 floors of a high-rise. In a 41-story building like Spire or Insignia, penthouse units are generally floors 35–41. In mid-rise buildings, any top 2–3 floors with premium finishes and larger floor plans may qualify as penthouse tier.
Yes. Seattle penthouse condos have HOA fees like standard units, typically higher due to larger square footage. In luxury buildings like Escala or Insignia, penthouse HOA fees can range from $2,000–$6,000+/month depending on unit size and building amenities. The Four Seasons Private Residences, which includes hotel services, carries the highest HOA fees of any building in Seattle.
Penthouse condos in Seattle rarely appear on the open market. Many trade off-market through private connections or with very brief public listing windows. Working with a specialist like Jeff Reynolds, who has two decades of relationships in Seattle's condo market, is the most effective way to access penthouse inventory before it publicly lists. Contact Jeff to discuss your criteria and get on the radar for upcoming penthouse opportunities.
Your Seattle Condo Specialist
Jeff Reynolds is Seattle's leading specialist in urban condominiums, with 20+ years of expertise across every building type and neighborhood in Seattle's condo market. Jeff tracks every building's HOA health, rental policies, and resale history.
Whether you're searching for a historic Pioneer Square loft, a Capitol Hill live-work space, or any other condo type, Jeff has the data and relationships to guide you to the right building and the right unit.
Jeff Reynolds • Seattle Condo Authority Network • jeff.reynolds@compass.com
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