From the Forest

Property Watch: A Japanese-Inspired Home in Broadview

This three-bedroom home in North Seattle blends perfectly with the natural world around it—and has a unique, tranquil suite at the top.

11/16/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Remote Retreat

Property Watch: A Watchtower Cabin in the San Juans

This forest hideaway, located on an island without cars, tourists, or public ferry service, is spread out over more than an acre of rocky, woodsy terrain.

11/09/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Itty Bitty Thiry

Property Watch: A Vintage Condo Designed by Paul Thiry

Before Paul Thiry was a world-famous architect and modernist, he designed this Art Deco building in Eastlake—home to this 733-square-foot condo.

11/02/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Winter Wonderhouse

Property Watch: A Whimsical Cabin Near Crystal Mountain

This tiny fairy-tale cabin close to Mount Rainier is comfortably off-grid—and fully equipped for all-season adventures.

10/26/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Just Add Organist

Property Watch: 3 Acres, a Mansion, and a Pipe Organ on a Burien Bluff

What's an 8,000-square-foot mansion without a theater-style pipe organ or ornate ballroom?

10/19/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Tudor Lite

Property Watch: Half a Tudor House with Vintage Details

This townhome in West Seattle was carved from a classic 1930 brick Tudor Revival home, but didn't lose any charm in the process.

10/12/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Here Is the Steeple

Property Watch: A Church, a Craftsman Parsonage, and Extra Surprises

This listing includes a church with a beautiful late-midcentury sanctuary, a remodeled Craftsman house, and side hustles in co-working and telecommunications.

10/05/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Fancy Manse

Property Watch: Old Money and New Whimsy in a Former Boarding House

This high-luxury home, built by the most prominent architecture duo of its time, has hosted a lot of people in 115-plus years. Now, it forges a new identity.

09/29/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Bainbridge Bliss

Property Watch: A Peaceful Retreat on Bainbridge Island

Designed by a former UW architecture professor, this property boasts two serene homes with well-preserved midcentury modern details.

09/21/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Zemazing!

Property Watch: A Gene Zema Contemporary, Remodeled by Fans

One family preserved this architecturally significant home for nearly 50 years—then fans of the architect's work came in for this light-touch remodel.

09/14/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Hello, Bird!

Property Watch: An Artsy Houseboat with Vaulted Ceilings

This intricately designed houseboat from Windermere features creative siding, end-of-dock views, and a delightful heron visitor.

09/07/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Place of Prestige

Property Watch: Ralph Anderson's Personal Penthouse in a Historic Landmark

It started as an eighth-floor auditorium by city-shaping architect Carl Gould. Decades later, beloved architect and preservationist Ralph Anderson made it his personal home.

08/31/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Off-Grid Getaway

Property Watch: An Itty-Bitty, Off-Grid Cabin on Shaw Island

This wild, 9.9-acre property on the smallest island served by the San Juan ferry could handle a fully featured home—but for now, this adorable cabin offers a place to truly disconnect.

08/24/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Cake!

Property Watch: A Unique Victorian in Queen Anne

This pretty home is just one of a handful of Seattle houses built before 1900, and features ornate millwork, unique fireplaces, and a wondrous backyard.

08/17/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Tiny Tudor

Property Watch: A Vintage Courtyard Condo Lives Like a Little House

Designed by one of Seattle's most prolific 1920s architects, this 527-square-foot home turns up the charm.

08/10/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Won't You Be My Neighhhhbor

Property Watch: A Midcentury Ranch for Modern Horses

This Redmond property has more than 35 acres of pasture and forest, plus a log cabin and plenty of stable space.

08/03/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Ooh, Fancy!

Property Watch: An Incredibly Ornate Tacoma Abode

The architect behind the Governor's Mansion designed this elaborate home above Commencement Bay full of custom millwork, formal spaces, and bold finishes.

07/27/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd