Schnitzer West purchased land in downtown Bellevue this week and plans to build a 16-story office tower on the site beginning next year, according to the Puget Sound Business Journal. The Seattle-based development company bought the site at 415 106th Ave. NE, where a Bank of America branch is now […]
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Downtown Bellevue Prepares for Building Boom
The City of Bellevue is hiring more building permit officials in response to the ongoing construction boom downtown. With the new hires, the City of Bellevue’s Development Services Department will consist of about 100 employees, the same level reached during the peak of the 2008 building boom, according our news […]
Bellevue Mayor Signs Trade Agreements in China
One of China’s biggest construction companies plans to open an office in Bellevue, following an agreement signed in Beijing this week by Bellevue’s mayor and the company’s chairman. Washington state representatives, including Bellevue Mayor Conrad Lee, are currently conducting a state trade mission in Asia. As a result of the […]
Skoah Opens in Downtown Bellevue
Skoah, a personal skin care company based in Vancouver, Canada, recently opened a new facial spa in downtown Bellevue. Skoah offers a variety of facial services, including massages and deep cleansing treatments. Personal trainers help customers create at-home skin care routines. The spa is located at 217 Bellevue Way NE, […]
Bravern Residences Sold for $308 Million
Schnitzer West, a local commercial real estate company, sold the Bravern Signature Residences in downtown Bellevue for $308 million this week. That sum set a Puget Sound area record of $676,923 per apartment, according to the Puget Sound Business Journal. The buyer is listed as Bravern Residences North and South […]
Soma Towers in Downtown Bellevue Nears Completion
Su Development recently reached the top floor of construction at Soma Towers in downtown Bellevue. Construction for the mixed-use retail and 148-unit apartment project began in May 2012. Crews poured the roof deck last month, and the 21-story apartment tower is expected to open for occupancy in spring 2014, according […]
Downtown Bellevue Features Dog Walking Business, ‘4PAWS and a WAG’
Downtown Bellevue residents who need someone to care for their dogs or cats while they’re away can call 4PAWS and a WAG, a local business offering dog walking and in-home pet visits. 4PAWS and a WAG, a member of Pet Sitters Associates, frequently provides pet care services for residents of […]
Both Bellevue Towers Penthouses Lowered by Over $1 Million
Bellevue Towers luxury condominiums have 3 remaining units. 2 of these units are penthouses located on at the top of their respected north and south towers. Both homes have been lowered by over $1 million. The new prices for the penthouse units are $4,450,000 (North Tower) & $4,950,000 (South Tower); […]
Seattle Coffee Gear to Open Store in Downtown Bellevue
Local coffee equipment retailer Seattle Coffee Gear plans to open a store in downtown Bellevue next week. Seattle Coffee Gear’s new store will open at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at 10692 NE 8th St., between 106th and 108th avenues NE. A grand opening event, featuring samples and all-day […]
New Facial Spa Skoah to Open in Downtown Bellevue
Personal skin care company Skoah plans to open a facial spa in in downtown Bellevue the last weekend of August. The spa, located at 217 Bellevue Way NE (Park Row complex), will offer skin care products and its trademarked “personal training for your skin.” Trainers and coaches will work with […]