Seattle Condo Authority Network • Belltown
164-unit Belltown mid-rise at 81 Vine St, completed 2009. Located one block from the waterfront and Elliott Bay Trail on Belltown's coveted northern edge.
Building Profile
| Building Name | 81 Vine |
| Address | 81 Vine St |
| Year Built | 2009 |
| Total Units | 164 |
| Stories | Data to be verified |
| Neighborhood | Belltown, Seattle, WA |
| HOA Fees | $450–$900/mo (est.) |
| Price Range | $425K–$1.4M+ |
| Rental Policy | Data to be verified |
| Building Type | Mid-Rise |
About This Building
81 Vine at 81 Vine Street is a 164-unit condominium mid-rise in Belltown, completed in 2009. The building occupies a prime position on Vine Street, one block from the Alaskan Way waterfront and Elliott Bay Trail, in the northern section of Belltown closest to Seattle Center and the Olympic Sculpture Park.
The location combines Belltown's urban density with proximity to the Elliott Bay waterfront. Residents have easy walking access to the Olympic Sculpture Park, Myrtle Edwards Park, and the waterfront restaurant corridor, along with all of Belltown's dining and nightlife. Seattle Center with the Space Needle is a short walk north.
As a 2009 construction, 81 Vine offers established HOA reserves and a mature ownership community. The mid-rise format typically delivers larger unit footprints than comparable high-rises, making it popular with buyers seeking more space in the Belltown market.
Jeff Reynolds maintains sales data and HOA financials for 81 Vine within the Seattle Condo Authority Network. Contact Jeff for current listings, floor plan comparisons, and buyer strategy specific to this building.
Due Diligence
Key factors every buyer should evaluate before making an offer at 81 Vine. Jeff Reynolds reviews these items as part of every buyer consultation for this building.
As a 2009 building, 81 Vine has 15+ years of HOA operation and reserve contributions. Request the current reserve study and percent-funded figure. Mid-size buildings at 164 units typically sustain healthy HOA budgets—verify no deferred maintenance flags before submitting an offer.
81 Vine is a mid-rise rather than a high-rise, which typically delivers larger unit footprints at more competitive price points than comparable tower units. If square footage per dollar is a priority, this format works in your favor.
Located one block from Alaskan Way and Elliott Bay Trail, upper-floor units with western orientation can carry a meaningful waterfront view premium. Confirm unit orientation before comparing comps—view vs. non-view pricing diverges by 10–20% in this building.
At 164 units, 81 Vine clears Fannie Mae’s size threshold for standard conventional financing. Verify current owner-occupancy ratios and rental cap status with the HOA before locking in financing terms.
Buyer Fit
81 Vine attracts specific buyer profiles based on its building format, location, HOA structure, and price point. Here is who Jeff Reynolds most often works with at this building—and why.
If waterfront access and the Sculpture Park corridor are the draw, 81 Vine delivers the location at more accessible price points than comparable view units in Escala or One Pacific Tower.
If you need a 1,000+ sq ft 2-bedroom in Belltown without a high-rise HOA, 81 Vine’s 2009 mid-rise format is worth prioritizing in your search.
For investors or buyers who want a building with a documented financial track record, 81 Vine’s post-2009 vintage and established HOA make due diligence more predictable than newer buildings.
Market Data
81 Vine trades competitively within the northern Belltown mid-rise segment. Waterfront-facing upper floors command a visible premium over interior or street-facing units. Mid-rise pricing runs below equivalent Belltown towers, making this building attractive for buyers prioritizing space.
| Unit Type | Recent Sale Range | Est. $/sq ft | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / Junior 1BR | $400K–$510K | $425–$550 | Competitive with similar Belltown studios |
| 1-Bedroom | $490K–$660K | $490–$580 | View units approach upper end |
| 2-Bedroom | $720K–$1.05M | $490–$560 | Western views add 10–20% premium |
Price ranges based on recent 81 Vine sales and comparable Belltown buildings (2009 vintage, 164 units). HOA fees estimated at $450–$900/mo. Contact Jeff Reynolds for current listings, verified HOA financials, and a personalized buyer analysis.
Knowledge Base
Before buying any Seattle condo, these guides answer the questions every buyer should resolve about HOA finances, financing eligibility, and closing requirements.
What condo HOA fees cover, how they're calculated, and what to look for in a building's fee structure.
How reserve funds work, what percent-funded means, and why the reserve study matters before you buy.
How rental caps, owner-occupancy ratios, and HOA delinquency rates affect your loan eligibility.
What the resale certificate contains, why it matters, and the key red flags buyers should watch for.
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Frequently Asked Questions
81 Vine is located at 81 Vine Street, Seattle, WA in Belltown's northern section, one block from the Alaskan Way waterfront and Elliott Bay Trail. The building is within walking distance of the Olympic Sculpture Park, Myrtle Edwards Park, and Seattle Center. Belltown's restaurant and bar corridor is steps away.
81 Vine has 164 residences. The building was completed in 2009. Contact Jeff Reynolds for current unit mix, floor plan availability, and recent comparable sales.
81 Vine was completed in 2009, making it part of Belltown's mid-2000s to late-2000s construction generation. The building has established HOA reserves and a mature ownership community. As a mid-rise rather than a high-rise, units tend to offer larger footprints at competitive price points.
HOA fees at 81 Vine are estimated at $450–$900 per month depending on unit size. As a 2009 building, the HOA has an established fee history. Contact Jeff Reynolds for verified current figures and reserve fund status.
81 Vine's proximity to the waterfront (one block from Alaskan Way) means some units on upper floors have partial or full Elliott Bay and Olympic Mountain views. View availability depends on unit orientation and floor level. Jeff Reynolds can advise on which floor plans offer the best view potential at current market pricing.
Your Belltown Condo Specialist
Jeff Reynolds is Seattle's leading specialist in urban condominiums, with deep expertise in 81 Vine and every building in the Seattle Condo Authority Network. If you're buying or selling at 81 Vine, Jeff has the data, the relationships, and the track record to represent you.
Jeff tracks every sale at 81 Vine, maintains HOA financial data, and knows which floor plans and view orientations hold value best. This depth of building-level knowledge is what separates a specialist from a generalist.
Jeff Reynolds • Seattle Condo Authority Network • jeff.reynolds@compass.com
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