A newly proposed residential development by BIG 1, LLC, recently received design review approval from the City of Bellevue. The address is 13000 Northeast Bel-Red Road. It is located near the future East Link light rail. The apartment project, named “Big 1” is planned to be 7-stories with approximately 173 […]
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Key Details for $500M+ Transit-Oriented Development in Bellevue Approved
According to the City of Bellevue, the Sound Transit Board of Directors recently approved key transaction terms with developers to build an almost seven acres of transit-oriented development across from the Spring District. This will be adjacent to the Operations and Maintenance Facility: East, which was recently completed. BRIDGE Housing […]
Restaurants to Dine at During Snowflake Lane in Downtown Bellevue
The 17th year of Snowflake Lane begins November 26th and ends on Christmas Eve. Put on by The Bellevue Collection, the nightly parade takes place along Bellevue Way. Guests are invited to stand on the sidewalks between Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square from Northeast 4th Street to Northeast 8th Street. […]
Bus Routes Now Serving South Bellevue Park and Ride
Sound Transit Express routes 550 and 556, as well as King County Metro routes 241 and 249 are now serving the bus loop at the South Bellevue Station Garage. Route 550 and 556 will no longer serve Bellevue Way Southeast/112th Avenue Southeast in the westbound direction. The Park-and-Ride garage at […]
Sound Transit Begins Evaluating Trains on Light Rail Tracks in Bellevue
According to Sound Transit, trains recently began showing up on the light rail tracks this month. The trains, although not used for passengers, will be there for crews to start evaluating controls, safety and signal systems, and communications. Crews will be conducting this work at night between the hours of […]
Boutique Gym Specializing in Personal Training to Open in Downtown Bellevue
Zen Rock Fitness, a private boutique gym that focuses on each individual’s health journey, is opening this winter 2022 in Downtown Bellevue. According to their Instagram page, the new location will be 1.5 blocks south of Bellevue Downtown Park, and around the corner from Main Street on 102nd Avenue Southeast. […]
Thanksgiving Brunch and Dinner Options in Downtown Bellevue
With the Thanksgiving holiday right around the corner, many plans are being made with family and friends. For those who don’t feel like spending the day cooking their own meal but want to experience those traditional dishes, many Downtown Bellevue restaurants are serving up Thanksgiving brunch or dinner for either […]
Vacant Commercial Space Decreases in Bellevue Business District As Move-Ins Take Place through 2022
As we know, the pandemic slowed near-term plans for employees to move back into offices. Although it is unknown when employees will return to physical offices in large numbers, rental rates have reportedly increased, and the Eastside is predicted to return to pre-pandemic vacancy by early 2022, according to Colliers, […]
Seasonal Ice Skating Rink to Open November 15 at Bellevue Park
The seasonal ice skating rink at Bellevue Downtown Park is coming back this year. It will be open from November 15 through January 9. The Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink features more than 9,000 square feet of ice, viewing area, special events, and snack for purchase. Tickets are sold online this […]
Art Deco Inspired Cocktail Lounge Now Open on Main Street in Bellevue
Rouge Cocktail Lounge in Old Bellevue on Main Street is now open. The lounge is committed to bringing entertainment to the heart of Downtown Bellevue, according to owner, Mary Sherwin. The space features a designated performance area with a vintage piano, where guests will be able to enjoy live performances. […]