The Log Foundation, The Lake Union, Wandesforde, DOX, Fairview Moorings, Boston Rose, Tenas Chuck, Willow Dock, Flo Villa, Phoenix Moorage, Mallard Cove, Roanoke Reef, TUI TUI, Fairview Landing, Hamlin Pier, 2460 Sleepless Inc, Westlake Cove, Nesika Chuck, Willow Cove, Houseboat Harbor, Portage Bay Condo, Brackett, Boyer on the Bay, Boat Street, Dock Society, The Old Boathouse, Lee's Moorings, Dock Henderson, Shelby Group, Fuhrman Dock, Salix, 2420 Co-op, more - You can find Seattle houseboats (floating homes) on Fairview Ave E in Eastlake, Westlake Ave N in Westlake and also under the Aurora Bridge and in Northlake, on E Shelby, N Northlake Way, E Hamlin Street, Boat Street at UW, Boyer Ave E, Fuhrman Ave E, Portage Bay Place E, 10 E Roanoke.

Seattle Floating Homes Market Heating Up: Are You Ready To Get Your Houseboat On?

By Courtney Cooper, Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, courtney@cooperjacobs.com, 206-850-8841, on June 9th, 2011%

Seattle Floating Homes Market Heating Up:

June is here and we have a tiny bit of sun, but already it is affecting the Seattle floating homes real estate market. We have had two floating homes go pending already this month. These floating homes are located in both Eastlake and Westlake – one on the 2764 Westlake Ave N dock listed at $399,000 for a 2 bedroom and one on the 2025 Fairview Ave E dock listed at $525,000 for a 1 bedroom.

To put that in perspective, there has been one that has closed in the last 180 days and it was last month – a great little Seattle houseboat on the 2420 Westlake Ave N dock (listed for $530,000 and sold for list price in 14 days. Just a little guy – 1 bedroom and 1 bath).

Inventory of Seattle floating homes for sale remains higher. Despite the fact that there are 12 Seattle floating homes for sale right now (that are listed – we know of a few others that are strictly by appointment and not published in the MLS), many Seattle houseboat buyers are still left feeling like they must compromise or nothing on the market completely fits what they need. Even just one or two more choices could really make the difference so please let us know if you are interested in listing (courtney@seattleafloat.com or molly@cooperjacobs.com) your Seattle houseboat.

What is for sale?

Current actives range in price from $199,000 for a floating home on a leased dock (not co-op or condo moorage for the house there) to $3,450,000 for a floating marvel complete with parking and about every perk you can imagine except for a more affordable price tag. Both of these are out of the range of what is normal for Seattle floating homes prices right now. The median price for the Seattle floating homes for sale right now is $777,000.

Docks with Seattle floating homes for sale right now:

2201 Fairview Ave E, 2019 Fairview Ave E, 2770 Westlake Ave N, 2321 Fairview Ave E, 2822 Boyer Ave E, 3310 Fuhrman Ave E, 2031 Fairview Ave E, 2764 Westlake Ave N, 2351 Fairview Ave E, 2369Fairview Ave E

Seattle Floating Homes For Sale: You Have A Dozen To Choose From In All Ranges

By SeattleAfloat.com: Homes@SeattleAfloat.com, on April 24th, 2011%

Seattle Floating Homes For Sale: You Have A Dozen To Choose From In All Ranges

The Seattle floating homes inventory has gone up and some prices have changes since I wrote about what Seattle Houseboats for sale were available earlier in the month, so I thought I better come back and go through them again. There are 12 Seattle floating homes for sale right now. There are many more if you are looking for Seattle houseboats for sale in general (this includes vessels and barges as well as floating homes), but only twelve Seattle floating homes on the market currently. This is up from the last year so get out there and take a peek at the inventory.

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(Molly and I are happy to show you what ever you would like to see no matter who it is listed with! You can call Molly at 206-841-6800 and me at 206-850-8841. You can also email us if that is easier – courtney@seattleafloat.com or molly@cooperjacobs.com.)

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Eastlake Floating Homes…

There are five Eastlake floating homes ranging in price from $199,000 for a floating home on a leased dock (does not own its moorage) to $3,450,000 for the Ferrari of Seattle houseboats on the Fairview Landings Dock. In between, you have a few more of the norm priced at $485,000, $525,000, and $849,000. Molly and I have our favorite among these, so let us show you what we think is the best of the best of Eastlake houseboats right now.

Westlake Floating Homes…

There are also five Westlake floating homes for sale right now! These range from $299,000 for a perfect starter Seattle houseboat with OWNED moorage and cheap dues (think better than condo prices and way lower on taxes and dues – ask me if you don’t believe me and I will show you the numbers) to $875,000 for a great Westlake floating home on the 2420 dock. Other prices on the Westlake side? $399,000 in Westlake Cove, $530,000 for another on the 2420 dock, and $850,000 for an END OF DOCK Seattle floating home (PS – If you are looking to live at the end of the dock on Lake Union, then you should know that these rarely go for under a million, so come see it!!!!).

Portage Bay Floating Homes…

There are two Portage Bay Floating homes for sale (one is creeping into Eastlake so you get the best of both worlds). They are priced at $649,000 and $765,000 and include land and parking with one of them PLUS a land side cottage.

Again let us know if you want to see any of them or if you need help getting financed for a Seattle floating home – we have all the resources at our fingertips and are ready to help you get settled into a brand new lifestyle on the lake. Summer is around the corner!

Westlake Cove On Lake Union

By Molly Cartwright, Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, Molly@CooperJacobs.com, 206-841-6800, on February 14th, 2011%

I’m here at my Seattle houseboat open house on the glorious Westlake Cove. I open up both Float C and Float D and welcome people who stop by.

: Westlake Cove Dock

Many people ask me what living on a floating home is like. I tell them, with skepticism in their eyes, that it’s one of the coolest communities you can possibly find. No, I don’t live on one myself but I do appreciate them. If I had to clock in, I’d say I’m close to full time on a floating home between showings, open houses, and writing about them.

To me, floating homes signify tidiness. Square footage and space are a privilege (which I also like). So to live on a floating home you either:

Like water, views, boating, kayaking (the obvious)
Like to live simply
Like the solitude when you want it or the friendly neighbors when you need it. Happy hour on Float F anyone?
Like to bike. Many bike commuters since Lake Union is in the heart of north-south, east-west.
Like creative gardening
Like to boat to your dinner reservations
And finally like individuality

Insuring floating homes aren’t tough. There are three reputable companies in Seattle who welcomes floating home insurers.

There are things to know about financing floating homes. Again, using a local resource (we have our favorites) is essential so feel free to contact us to share some of the resources with you. homes@SeattleAfloat.com
We look forward to talking to you!

Gas Works Park Marina On Lake Union

By Molly Cartwright, Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, Molly@CooperJacobs.com, 206-841-6800, on February 3rd, 2011%

Gas Works Park Marina On Lake Union

Gorgeous Day in Seattle for water lovers on Lake Union. Gas Works Marina is sweet spot on North Lake Union for Seattle houseboats. Courtney and I looked at an adorable housebarge today on this sunny Seattle day. With less than 35 housebarges available on Lake Union, this is a score! Here is a great shot of Gas Works Park Marina lines with adorable houseboats.

Gas Works Park Marina

The View From My Open House On Lake Union

By Molly Cartwright, Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, Molly@CooperJacobs.com, 206-841-6800, on January 23rd, 2011%

The View From My Seattle Houseboat Open House On Lake Union today was quite extraordinary. No wind, calm water, a few kayakers, one brave paddle-boarded, and lots of boats gliding past me as I had The Ark open house today at Seattle Marina in North Lake Union.

Crew on Lake Union

Water has a wonderous way of relaxing you. With a busy open house, I had to remember to not get too relaxed! From my location, I managed to snap a great pic of the Lake Union Moorage available right now at Ward’s Cove across the water in the Eastlake neighborhood. Interesting enough, Ward’s Cove is a privately held Seattle based company encompassing fish processing in Alaska since the late 1920′s. Salmon was a big business for Ward’s Cove back in the day but since they haulted this, they looked for another way to make a profit while still providing greatest and best use out of their prime Eastlake location. So they decided to turn it into a mixed use space and welcome one more Seattle floating home community.

This is probably the last Seattle floating home dock permitted since the lake can only hold so many of them. With four Lake Union moorage slips sold at last check and eight more to go, these new construction floating homes sites are selling at a premium and a chance to build your dream home on the water’s edge. As you can see here, the preparations have begun for one lucky floating home owner!

Ward's Cove in Lake Union

Seattle Houseboats Open This Weekend!

By Courtney Cooper, Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, courtney@cooperjacobs.com, 206-850-8841, on January 22nd, 2011%

Seattle Houseboats Open This Weekend!

Seems like Lake Union real estate might be awakening a bit after a couple months of slower activity. Come out and see some of our great Seattle houseboat offerings!

Here is the schedule:

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Saturday 1/22/2011 From 12-3PM

2401 N Northlake Ave B-17

2764 Westlake Ave N, Houseboat D

2764 Westlake Ave N, Houseboat C

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Sunday 1/23/2011 From 12-3PM

2764 Westlake Ave N, Houseboat D

2764 Westlake Ave N, Houseboat C

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Are you interested in Seattle houseboats?

Let us know if you would like a private tour of these or any other Seattle Houseboats for sale right now.

Courtney@SeattleAfloat.com

206-850-8841

Current Seattle Floating Homes Market – What is Happening Out There?

By Courtney Cooper, Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, courtney@cooperjacobs.com, 206-850-8841, on January 17th, 2011%

Besides rain, snow, and dull darkness? A touch of sun here and a glimpse of blue sky there. The current Seattle houseboats market is stirring up as we trudge through Winter and many are starting to think about getting their floating homes and houseboats ready for the Spring 2011 market.

So, Current Seattle Houseboats Market – What is Happening Out There with floating homes on Lake Union and in Portage Bay?

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It is hard to weed through the actual Seattle floating homes in the NWMLS right now. The code for them is 24-Houseboats, but that code is also used for houseboats that are vessels and more recently has been used for Lake Union moorage sites at Ward’s Cove. In addition, there is a land home also mixed in with the houseboats because it is at the head of the dock… This can all be confusing for the consumer, so I have gone through and weeded through all the houseboat listings and pulled the Seattle floating homes from them.

There are only 6 Seattle floating homes for sale right now - 3 in Westlake, 3 in Eastlake, and no Portage Bay floating homes. If your houseboat is on the market, then that is good news for you because competition is low. Interested buyers in floating homes have increased in the last two weeks noticeably for us. This is getting the current Seattle houseboats for sale a lot more attention than in the previous holiday months.

Westlake houseboats for sale – There are three Seattle houseboats for sale in Westlake Cove right now. They range in price from $299,000 to $850,000. Westlake Cove is near the Fremont Bridge and on the Lake Union Loop with very easy parking and quick access Downtown – a perfect spot for Amazon employees or anyone coming to work at The Gates Foundation.

Eastlake Houseboats for sale - Also on the Lake Union Loop, there are also three Seattle houseboats for sale in Eastlake. These range in price from $495,000 for a Seattle floating home on a leased dock to $3,450,000 for a contemporary wonder on the Fairview Landings dock.

Summary Seattle Houseboats data on actives- Seattle floating homes for sale range from $299,000 to $3,450,000 with an average of $1,020,494 and median list price of $562,475.

Pending Sales - There is one floating home on one of the Sleepless In Seattle docks that is pending at $975,000.

Last 30 days of escrow closings – Winter has been slow. Over at Lee’s Mooring – 933 N Northlake Way Houseboat #14 closed on 1/12/2011. It was listed for $799,950 and on the market for 249 days. It sold for 90.88% of its list price with a final sales price of $727,000.

What’s Next?

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If you are a Seattle houseboat buyer, come out and see the inventory. If you have seen them before, come see them again. Sellers are willing to negotiate and your best opportunity is now before the market heats up.

If you are a Seattle houseboat seller, the inventory is low and that means competition is low. There are less buyers, but you can be sure to get in front of them. As Spring approaches, think about what improvements or sprucing up you can do to get your houseboat ready for the market.

Call or email me if you want to see anything or need a check list:) 206-850-8841/courtney@seattleafloat.com

Two Slips Are Better Than One

By Molly Cartwright, Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, Molly@CooperJacobs.com, 206-841-6800, on December 23rd, 2010%

Two Slips Are Better Than One

Take your pick: calm, protected waters during the winter months or high tale it out to center stage at the end of dock for some amazing summer time fun.

: The Ark; This houseboat, adopted the name “The Ark”, is unique so you can have your choice of two slips. 2401 North Northlake Way Slip B-17 (and L-16) lives at the Seattle Marina which is at the North tip of Lake Union; a spot that is completely cured with barges, vessells, houseboats, sailboats, kayaks, parks, trails, restaurants, surf shop, and more. Living here full time or part time allows you to soak in the seaplanes coming and going, the walkability to the Wallingford community due North, or the funkiness of the Fremont community due West. The Burke-Gilman Trail leads you right to the University of Washington’s front door too.

Comfortably open floor plan

Truly an amazing location for an amazing houseboat. This beauty is a 60′ long Catamaran designboat with a steel hull (which was just painted) and insulated with polyurethane foam cylinders. Extensive and thoughtful care has been taken by The Ark’s owner. The 1,000 square feet of living space (including 2 bedrooms and 1.50 baths) has the style and sophistication you deserve on the water! Forced air in all the rooms, two new engines in 2007 with 135 hp and 4 cylinders plus a 220 gallon water storage tank.

Insulated storm windows throughout, high speed internet cable available, hot water showe to rinse off after a kayak trip to the favorite, local Aqua Verde restaurant. Financing options are available ~ feel free to contact us to answer more of your questions or a free tour.

A popular kayak's cafe

Fairview Ave Houseboat Highlight

By SeattleAfloat.com: Homes@SeattleAfloat.com, on October 30th, 2010%

Dockside from the Willow Dock, you can see the roof top and all the beautiful surroundings here...

This has to be the best Seattle floating homes buy on Fairview Ave E in Eastlake.

This peaceful floating home has 1930 characteristics, but modern sensibilities – look no further than the gleaming hardwoods and modern slate bathroom for comfortable touches, but also don’t miss the fact that this particular houseboat has gas on the dock. The gas is on the dock and also in the home itself! There is a cozy gas fireplace in the living room to warm up on those gray days with.

We get a lot of calls for Lake Union moorage and this special floating home does have moorage with room for a couple boats depending on size. One of the biggest surprises to people looking for houseboats is that they don’t all have moorage attached to them or even available. Not only does hti sone have it abundantly, but the slip for the house itself is also owned with low dues and a pet friendly dock. It really has all the items on most people’s list for Seattle floating homes (even the roof top deck!)

We have had many people say this is the best priced Seattle houseboat on Lake Union and we agree – let us know if you want a private tour of what life afloat could be like here.

2 Bedrooms Plus Sleeping Loft
Room to go up
Lake Union Moorage
gas fireplace
remodeled slate bath with modern fixtures
walk around deck
special customized ramp to adjust for differences in Lake level throughout the year.
co-op owned dock
low taxes and low dues

2321 Fairview Ave E flyer

$595,000

For more info -

Courtney Cooper 206-850-8841 or Molly Cartwright 206-841-6800

Seattle Houseboats For Sale Right Now Have Great Range In Price Points

By Courtney Cooper, Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, courtney@cooperjacobs.com, 206-850-8841, on October 5th, 2010%

Seattle Houseboats For Sale Right Now Have Great Range In Price Points - There really is something out there for everyone, but what makes them so different in price?

There are currently 13 Active Seattle Houseboats for sale right now in the MLS. Lots of good choices and most of them boast owned Lake Union moorage for their slips whether it be fee simple as in Roanoke Reef, condominium moorage or cooperative moorage. Only 2 of the 13 are on leased moorage – this means they do not own the slip their homes are in, but rather rent it from the owner.

Priced in Seattle floating homes range greatly right now from $325,000 for a charming Seattle houseboat in Westlake to more than ten times that price at $3,800,000 for a high end newer custom beauty on the Eastlake side.

Variables in Seattle houseboats can range from type of houseboat moorage (owned or leased) to size and style of construction or even bells and whistles as every floating home is different.

Here is a good list to consider when wondering how a Seattle houseboat is priced:

Type of moorage for the houseboat slip itself (leased or owned)
If owned, what type (condo, fee simple, co-op, or combo)
The strength of the dock members itself (some docks are going to be better than others in terms of finances , maintenance, and cohesiveness of dock members overall.
moorage for a boat – if so how big of a slip?
Parking?
Dues/taxes
age/maintenance/upkeep of floating home itself
roof top?
square footage?
gas on dock?
views?
pet policy?
nearby amenities
is there a DNR lease?
outdoor spaces and connectivity to water
channel views between docks
type of construction/type of float
security

There are of course other factors as each individual has different preferences. It is just difficult to give Seattle floating homes an overall dollar per square foot estimate as each one is so different. You can only compare them to recent sales to get numbers.

For instance, we recently sold a beautiful Portage Bay floating home at 1214 E Hamlin #3 for $645,000. It is a one bedroom with roughly 800 square feet. This makes the two bedroom 2321 Fairview #3 a complete bargain at it’s listed asking price of $595,000. You can also find amazing prices on the Westlake Floating homes near Fremont – with easy walk to tons of life in Fremont, Queen Anne, or Downtown, not to mention of course South Lake Union. Call if you want to check them out 206-850-8841

No Dues & Own Your Moorage For This Floating Home!

Fabulous fee simple Lake Union oasis!

Mixed use between residential & C140 Commercial waterfront property: live on the lake & run your biz here, too! 34+ feet of Lake Union End of dock (because it is the dock!!!) waterfrontage with a remodeled 2 bedroom floating home with companion float for kayaks, etc., an additional lakeside cottage, boat slip (+/- 35 feet), and an unheard of 2 off street parking spaces -PLUS a yard!

$715,000

homes@SeattleAfloat.com

Best kept secret on Lake Union!

A custom built houseboat in 2000 nestled in your condo-owned moorage slip provides endless lake endeavors. Current owner put over $125k in upgrades and repairs including new dual steel keels and ballast. Strong steel hull new in 2006.

The spacious upstairs bedroom leads to two decks with 300 square feet of big southwest views. Loft bed area on main and one full bathroom. Onsite cabana for guests, w/d, showers, more! Why lease a slip when you can own one?

$339,000

homes@SeattleAfloat.com

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