Ballard Seattle

The neighborhood of Ballard in Seattle is a fun neighborhood going through a lot of growth. Most of this growth is coming from the construction of new condos. What makes Ballard fun are the reminders of the Scandinavian settlers that founded the Seattle area known as Ballard.

There are murals on various buildings, the old style movie theater on Market Street, and the warm and friendly people who work and live there. One of the most notable landmarks of Ballard are the Locks.

Owning real estate in Ballard, gives you quick access to 15th Ave West which takes you straight into Queen Anne, Belltown, and Downtown. You also have quick access to Highway 99. If you don’t find the perfect home in Ballard, you can try Fremont, Sunset Hill, and Phinney Ridge.

There has been many new condos built in Ballard Seattle. This new growth is throwing the current feel and atmosphere of Ballard into flux. In the end, everything should be fine. Some of these Ballard condos are within blocks of Market Street which will give many new residents quick access to many fun things.

During 2006 there was an impressive turnover (14%) of homes and condos. This turnover rate was one of the highest in Seattle. Ballard is still a fantastic neighborhood in which to find a new home. If you’re seriously looking to buy a home there, you shouldn’t hesitate.

Ballard Real Estate Statistics

As far as the real estate market in Ballard goes, there are 2200 homes in Ballard Seattle. These are all single-family homes. The average selling price in 2006 was $462,734. The average cost per square foot was $255.

There are 572 condos in Ballard Seattle. The average price a condo sold for in 2006 was $277,855. The average cost per square foot was $350.

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