Seattle Condo Authority Network • South Lake Union
197-unit loft-style condominium at 401 9th Ave N in South Lake Union. Open floor plans, high ceilings, and proximity to Amazon's campus and Lake Union.
Building Profile
| Building Name | Veer Lofts |
| Address | 401 9th Ave N |
| Year Built | 2008 |
| Total Units | 197 |
| Stories | Data to be verified |
| Neighborhood | South Lake Union, Seattle, WA |
| HOA Fees | $500–$950/mo (est.) |
| Price Range | $450K–$1.4M+ |
| Rental Policy | Data to be verified |
| Building Type | Loft |
About This Building
Veer Lofts at 401 9th Ave N is a 197-unit loft condominium in Seattle's South Lake Union neighborhood, completed in 2008. The building is known for its open-plan loft layouts with elevated ceilings, large windows, and industrial-influenced design elements that distinguish it from conventional high-rise condominiums in the area.
The South Lake Union location puts Veer Lofts residents within walking distance of Amazon's headquarters campus, the South Lake Union streetcar, Lake Union Park, and the neighborhood's expanding collection of restaurants and retail. The building predates the tech-driven development wave of the 2010s, offering mature HOA reserves and an established ownership community.
Loft-style units at Veer appeal to buyers seeking open-plan living with high ceilings and flexible space arrangements. The building typically attracts urban professionals who value proximity to South Lake Union's tech employers over the luxury amenity packages found in newer high-rises.
Jeff Reynolds tracks Veer Lofts sales data within the Seattle Condo Authority Network. Stories count should be verified directly; contact Jeff for current listings, HOA financials, and a comparative market analysis specific to Veer Lofts.
Due Diligence
Key factors every buyer should evaluate before making an offer at Veer Lofts. Jeff Reynolds reviews these items as part of every buyer consultation for this building.
At 197 units, Veer Lofts has the best HOA economies of scale in this group. 197 owners provide strong reserve funding depth. The building comfortably clears all Fannie Mae thresholds—conventional financing eligibility should be the norm rather than the exception.
Veer Lofts has been operating since 2008—nearly 18 years in South Lake Union. Request the reserve study and verify the fund is on track for major system replacements. The approaching 20-year mark is the standard point for a thorough capital needs assessment.
Veer Lofts delivers the open-plan, elevated-ceiling loft format in a large-scale mid-rise context—combining loft character with the financing accessibility and HOA economies that smaller boutique loft buildings can’t provide. Verify specific unit dimensions and ceiling heights, which vary within the building.
401 9th Ave N places Veer Lofts in the heart of South Lake Union’s residential core, within walking distance of Amazon’s primary campus buildings, Lake Union Park, and the SLU streetcar. This location has seen significant appreciation as SLU’s tech employment base expanded.
Buyer Fit
Veer Lofts attracts specific buyer profiles based on its building format, location, ownership structure, and price point. Here is who Jeff Reynolds most often works with at this building—and why.
Veer Lofts is uniquely positioned: a genuine loft-style building in South Lake Union with 197 units—large enough for full HOA economies of scale and normal conventional financing, while delivering the design character of a boutique loft building.
Veer Lofts’ 9th Ave N address is one of SLU’s best-positioned for Amazon campus walking access. Jeff Reynolds can map walking times to Amazon’s primary buildings for buyers making employment-proximity decisions.
For buyers who want SLU’s Amazon-adjacent location in a large loft-style building without paying 2023 new-construction pricing, Veer Lofts’ 2008 vintage consistently delivers strong value per dollar.
Market Data
Veer Lofts trades at competitive SLU pricing for a 2008 loft-style building. The large unit count supports strong financing eligibility and HOA health. Amazon proximity premium is visible in upper-floor and Westlake-facing units.
| Unit Type | Recent Sale Range | Est. $/sq ft | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Loft | $450K–$580K | $510–$595 | SLU loft premium, 2008 vintage value |
| 1-Bedroom Loft | $560K–$780K | $510–$585 | Amazon proximity supports upper range |
| 2-Bedroom Loft | $800K–$1.15M | $510–$575 | Large unit count supports strong comps |
Pricing reflects Veer Lofts in South Lake Union (2008 vintage, 197 units). HOA estimated at $500–$950/mo. Contact Jeff Reynolds for current listings, verified HOA financials, and a personalized buyer analysis.
Knowledge Base
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Frequently Asked Questions
Veer Lofts is located at 401 9th Ave N, Seattle, WA in the South Lake Union neighborhood. The building is within walking distance of Amazon's headquarters, Lake Union Park, and the SLU streetcar line. The 9th Ave N corridor sits in the heart of South Lake Union's residential core, between Dexter Ave N and Westlake Ave N.
Veer Lofts has 197 residences in a loft-style format with open floor plans and elevated ceilings. The building was completed in 2008. Contact Jeff Reynolds for current unit mix, floor plan availability, and recent sales data.
Veer Lofts distinguishes itself through its genuine loft architecture: open floor plans, high ceilings, and large industrial-style windows. Unlike conventional high-rises, the building's layout gives residents flexible living spaces without the fixed room divisions of traditional condominiums. This makes Veer popular with creative professionals and work-from-home buyers.
HOA fees at Veer Lofts are estimated at $500–$950 per month depending on unit size. As a 2008 building, Veer has established HOA reserves and a history of financial data. Contact Jeff Reynolds for verified current fee schedules and reserve fund status.
Veer Lofts' rental policy should be verified directly with the HOA or through Jeff Reynolds. South Lake Union's high rental demand makes buildings with rental-friendly policies particularly attractive to investors. Jeff can confirm current cap status and advise on investment feasibility at Veer Lofts.
Your South Lake Union Condo Specialist
Jeff Reynolds is Seattle's leading specialist in urban condominiums, with deep expertise in Veer Lofts and every building in the Seattle Condo Authority Network. If you're buying or selling at Veer Lofts, Jeff has the data, the relationships, and the track record to represent you.
Jeff tracks every sale at Veer Lofts, 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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