Seattle Condo Authority Network • Belltown
15-unit historic Belltown building at 2324 1st Ave, originally built 1890 and converted to condominiums in 1929. One of Belltown's oldest surviving residential structures.
Building Profile
| Building Name | Austin Bell |
| Address | 2324 1st Ave |
| Year Built | 1890 |
| Total Units | 15 |
| Stories | Data to be verified |
| Neighborhood | Belltown, Seattle, WA |
| HOA Fees | Data to be verified |
| Price Range | Data to be verified |
| Rental Policy | Data to be verified |
| Building Type | Historic |
About This Building
Austin Bell is a 15-unit historic condominium building at 2324 1st Avenue in Belltown, originally constructed in 1890 and converted to residential condominiums in 1929. The building is one of Belltown's oldest surviving structures and represents a rare opportunity to own in an authentically historic Seattle address.
Historic condo conversions of this vintage are among the most architecturally distinctive properties in Seattle's condo market. The 1890 construction and 1929 conversion give Austin Bell an architectural character -- masonry construction, period detailing, and the proportions of late-19th century commercial buildings -- that no modern building can replicate.
At 15 units, Austin Bell is one of Seattle's smallest condo buildings, creating an ownership community of exceptional intimacy. The 1st Avenue address in Belltown places residents on one of the neighborhood's primary north-south corridors, with walkable access to Pike Place Market and the Elliott Bay waterfront.
Jeff Reynolds tracks historic condo conversions within the Seattle Condo Authority Network. Stories count, HOA fees, price range, and rental cap should all be verified given the building's unique historic profile; contact Jeff for current listings and guidance on purchasing in a historic condo building.
Due Diligence
Key factors every buyer should evaluate before making an offer at Austin Bell. Jeff Reynolds reviews these items as part of every buyer consultation for this building.
Austin Bell was built in 1890, making it one of Seattle’s oldest residential buildings. Conventional Fannie Mae financing is almost certainly unavailable at this age and unit count (15 units). Plan for cash or a portfolio lender specializing in historic Seattle properties. Discuss financing strategy with Jeff Reynolds before submitting any offer.
HOA fee data for Austin Bell should be obtained directly from the current HOA or listing agent—standard estimates are unreliable for a 135-year-old building. Request the reserve study, operating budget, and any pending assessment documentation before making any financial calculations.
Renovation and modification of units in historic buildings like Austin Bell may require permits and approvals that standard condominium units do not. Verify what alterations have been made to your target unit, what permits were obtained, and whether any planned renovations would face preservation restrictions.
A building of this age has almost certainly had multiple rounds of major system replacement (plumbing, electrical, HVAC). Request documentation of recent capital improvements. The reserve fund must account for the ongoing cost of maintaining building systems in a structure with historic fabric.
Buyer Fit
Austin Bell 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.
Austin Bell is genuinely rare. If the appeal of living in a building that predates Seattle’s 1889 Great Fire reconstruction matters to you, there is no comparable product in Belltown.
For cash buyers or buyers with strong lender relationships outside the standard conforming market, Austin Bell offers a historical asset that simply isn’t available through conventional channels.
Jeff Reynolds can share Austin Bell’s transaction history and ownership community profile for buyers who want to evaluate whether this building fits their long-term ownership goals.
Market Data
Austin Bell trades as a niche historic product with a self-selected buyer pool. Transaction frequency is low, comparable sales are sparse, and pricing is driven primarily by historical authenticity rather than square footage benchmarks. Cash transactions dominate the buyer profile.
| Unit Type | Recent Sale Range | Est. $/sq ft | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Unit Types | Verify with Jeff Reynolds | N/A — historic comp | Historic product; standard PSF doesn’t apply |
Price ranges based on recent Austin Bell sales and comparable Belltown buildings (1890 vintage, 15 units). HOA fees estimated at to be verified. 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
Austin Bell is located at 2324 1st Avenue in Belltown, Seattle. 1st Avenue is one of Belltown's primary residential and commercial corridors, with walkable access to Pike Place Market, the Elliott Bay waterfront, and the neighborhood's restaurants and bars.
Austin Bell has 15 residences, making it one of Seattle's smallest condo buildings. The building was originally constructed in 1890 and converted to condominiums in 1929. Contact Jeff Reynolds for current availability and recent sales data.
Austin Bell was originally built in 1890 and converted to residential condominiums in 1929. The building reflects the late-19th century commercial architecture of early Seattle, with masonry construction and period detailing that give it a character distinct from any modern condominium building. It is one of Belltown's oldest surviving structures.
Historic condo buildings like Austin Bell have unique HOA considerations: building systems updates are often constrained by historic preservation requirements, renovation work may require permits that standard condos do not, and resale markets are smaller due to the building's niche appeal. Jeff Reynolds can advise on the specific ownership considerations for historic buildings.
HOA fees at Austin Bell should be verified directly with the HOA or a listing agent, as the building's unique historic profile makes standard estimates unreliable. Contact Jeff Reynolds for current HOA fee data and reserve fund status.
Your Belltown Condo Specialist
Jeff Reynolds is Seattle's leading specialist in urban condominiums, with deep expertise in Austin Bell and every building in the Seattle Condo Authority Network. If you're buying or selling at Austin Bell, Jeff has the data, the relationships, and the track record to represent you.
Jeff tracks every sale at Austin Bell, 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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