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Tips for Buying a Home in Queen Anne

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Tips for Buying a Home in Queen Anne

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Today we are sharing our top FIVE tips for buying a home in Queen Anne including details on average home prices, best views, home types, amenities, and transit options. 

What do you need to know about how to buy a home in Queen Anne? Queen Anne has many different types of homes, with everything from classic big Queen Anne-style Craftsmans to condos with amazing views. Currently, the median price for a single-family home in Queen Anne is $1.5 million. If you want to live in a neighborhood with a view, you have a ton of options—it just depends on whether you want a view of water, mountains, or the city! Transit options are aplenty in this neighborhood; there are a ton of buses that go to almost anywhere in the city. Some of the most popular amenities in Queen Anne include the Space Needle and surrounding Seattle Center attractions, Interbay Golf Course, fabulous dining and bars, and more. 

What You Need to Know About How to Buy a Home in Queen Anne

Balcony view with table and entrance

If you’re curious about buying a home in Queen Anne, you’ve come to the right place. Here I am sharing the questions you should ask as well as the answers to each question. 

  • 1st Tip: What Types of Homes Can You Buy in Queen Anne? 
  • 2nd Tip: What Are the Average Prices of Homes for Sale in Queen Anne?
  • 3rd Tip: Which Areas in Queen Anne Have the Best View Homes? 
  • 4th Tip: What Types of Transit Does Queen Anne Have? 
  • 5th Tip: What Types of Amenities Can You Find in West Queen Anne? 

Check Out Hannah’s Video With Her Tips on How to Buy a Home in Queen Anne 

I’m Hannah Wilson-Hillard with Team Diva at Coldwell Banker Bain. In this video, I’m excited to show off my latest listing in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood! I’m also sharing my tips for buying a home in Queen Anne, which is my favorite neighborhood in Seattle.

I have lived in Queen Anne for 10 years and own a condo super close to here. One of my biggest passions in real estate has been helping folks find their forever home in my favorite neighborhood of Queen Anne! 


Tips for Buying a Home in Queen Anne

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Let’s dive in and give you some tips and tricks of buying a home in Queen Anne. If you’d like even more information about how to buy a home in Seattle, be sure to check out the video “15 Steps on How to Buy a House in Seattle” from my teammate Rocky Flowers. 

Now let’s learn more about the specifics of how to buy a home in Queen Anne. 

What Types of Homes Can You Buy in Queen Anne? 

Living room with large porthole style window

A question I get often is about the types of homes you can buy on Queen Anne. One of my favorite styles is the classic big Queen Anne style Craftsman found on top of the hill. There are also stunning modern new-construction homes that have some of the best views in the city. You can also find some really lovely townhomes. And of course, a wide variety of condos and more affordable co-ops can also be found here. 

Our Newest Queen Anne Condo Listing

Exterior condo view

Today we are in my newest listing which is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo located in the Queen Anne Ocean View building on the Western Slope of the Queen Anne Hill. The sellers put a lot of love into this condo. They updated the kitchen and the primary bathroom, installed a brand-new washer and dryer, and they just replaced the carpets!

My favorite thing about this condo is the large balcony with gorgeous views that look out over Elliott Bay and the Magnolia Marina. 

Find more information about this home here >

What Are the Average Prices of Homes for Sale in Queen Anne?

Living room fireplace detail

Historically, Queen Anne has some of the most stunning luxury homes in the city. This is also a go-to neighborhood if you want a home with a view. There are also some lovely luxury and mid-range townhomes in Queen Anne. Surprisingly there is a huge variety of condos in this neighborhood that range from homes perfect for first-time homebuyers to luxury penthouse-style homes. Let’s chat about what it costs to buy a home in Queen Anne. 

Home Prices in Queen Anne (Updated 2023) 

  • Single-Family Homes: The average price point for a single-family home in Queen Anne YTD is currently around $1.5 million.
  • Townhomes: The average price point for a townhome in Queen Anne YTD is currently around $1.3 million. 
  • View Homes: The average price point for a view home in Queen Anne YTD is currently around $1.7 million.
  • Condos: The average price point for a condo in Queen Anne YTD is currently around $620,000. 

Which Areas in Queen Anne Have the Best View Homes?

Condo views of local neighborhood and parks

The number one reason people buy a home in Queen Anne is for the views. Hands down this is one of the best places to buy a home with a view in the entire city. I am going to give you my insider list of my favorite spots to find a home with a view and the types of views you will find. 

Best Areas in Queen Anne for a View 

  • The North Side of Queen Anne: This area is known for its fabulous views of Fremont, Ballard, and the Ship Canal. 
  • The South Side of Queen Anne Hill: This is where you get those classic city views of Downtown Seattle, Mt. Rainier, and Elliott Bay.
  • The East Side of Queen Anne: This area is where you get those quintessential views of the seaplanes landing and taking off on Lake Union, views of Capitol Hill, and on super clear days you can also see the Cascades.
  • The West Side of Queen Anne: My personal favorite is the west side of Queen Anne where I am today in my fantastic new condo listing. You can see all the way from Elliott Bay to West Seattle, the gorgeous Olympic Mountains and the Magnolia Marina. 

What Types of Transit Does Queen Anne Have?

Rapid Ride D line from Downtown Seattle to Ballard at a stop in Queen Anne.

Transit is a big deal in Seattle and lucky for us, Queen Anne has some great options. Very close to here you can pick up the D Rapid Ride which is a great North to South to Downtown transit option. In addition the 1, 2, 3, 8, 13, 29  and 32 bus lines also connect through Queen Anne to almost anywhere you want to go in the city. Basically, wherever you need to go in Seattle, there is a public transit option that runs through Queen Anne. Honestly, if you live in Queen Anne you don’t NEED to drive anywhere!

What Types of Amenities Can You Find in West Queen Anne? 

Queen Anne Uptown Theater in the Queen Anne Neighborhood of SEattle

There are so many parks, micro-neighborhoods, restaurants, bars, and more in Queen Anne. Just a couple blocks away from where we are today on the west side of Queen Anne you will find the Interbay golf course and driving range. This is a super rare find in the city and a great addition to any neighborhood!

We are also just a short jaunt to Expedia Park which connects to Centennial Park and Myrtle Edwards and spans all along from downtown to the Magnolia Bridge. You will often find me and my fur babies walking down to the waterfront from our home in Lower Queen Anne. 

There are many grocery stores minutes away in Upper Queen Anne, Lower Queen Anne, and in Interbay. My favorite grocery store in the area is the Metropolitan Market in Lower Queen Anne.

The Uptown neighborhood is also a major cultural hub featuring the new Climate Pledge arena, the Opera, the Ballet, and all of the theaters in and around the Space Needle.

Check out the video “Seattle Neighborhood Guide: Queen Anne” I did recently to get even more details about this awesome neighborhood! 


Thanks for Checking Out Our Tips for Buying a Home in Queen Anne

Space Needle view from Seattle Center and the great lawn. The fountain is show in the foreground

What do you need to know about how to buy a home in Queen Anne? There are many different types of homes in Queen Anne. You will find everything from large classic Craftsmans to condos with breathtaking water views. Currently, the median price for a single-family home in Queen Anne is $1.5 million. But if you would like to live in an area with a view, you have many options in Queen Anne. It just depends on whether you want a view of water, mountains, or the city!

Other highlights of Queen Anne are the transit options and of course the amenities (or as someone would call the walkability). It is easy to not have a car in this neighborhood as transit options are aplenty. And there are tons of bus lines. A few of the most popular amenities in Queen Anne include the Seattle Center and Space Needle, Interbay Golf Course, world-class dining, and more. 

What You Need to Know About How to Buy a Home in Queen Anne 

Dining room view into kitchen and living room

If you’re curious about buying a home in Queen Anne, you’ve come to the right place. Here I am sharing the questions you should ask as well as the answers to each question. 

  • Tip #1: What Types of Homes Can You Buy in Queen Anne? 
  • Tip #2: What Are the Average Prices of Homes for Sale in Queen Anne?
  • Tip #3: Which Areas in Queen Anne Have the Best View Homes? 
  • Tip #4: What Types of Transit Does Queen Anne Have? 
  • Tip #5: What Types of Amenities Can You Find in West Queen Anne? 

More Details About the Home in the Video 

  • MLS: 2158163
  • Address: 2244 13th Ave W APT 414 Seattle, WA 98119
  • Neighborhood: Queen Anne
  • Price: $540,000
  • More Information >

Want to see this home in all of its glory? 

See It In Person – Call/Text The Diva Desk Phone 206-271-0264.

We are here to help. Our team understands that this process can take a year or two. Give us a call. We are more than willing to give you a personalized plan to get the ball rolling. Feel free to contact us directly at thediva@teamedivarealestate.com or call/text 206-271-0264.

Alyssa Christensen

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