Contemporary Architecture on Magnolia's Ship Canal Waterfront
Most of Seattle's Puget Sound waterfront was built up decades ago, as the most popular shorelines were beginning development in the early 1900s, and virtually all buildable waterfront has long been developed. While some homes have been torn down and rebuilt in the meantime, the majority of homes on the waterfront are older structures. This connection to the history of the neighborhood is a strong asset for some waterfront home buyers.
At the same time, many home buyers aren't looking for a project. While some see a drafty older beach home as an entertaining project to put on their own personal touches, others just see it as drafty. When comfort is the top goal for a home buyer, contemporary design and construction can't be duplicated. This home on Magnolia's ship canal waterfront combines the modern comfort and convenience of a newer home with the relaxing atmosphere of the saltwater beach community.
The layout of the home is clearly designed for entertaining. Divided levels of living space open easily into each other, allowing a flowing entertainment space from the kitchen to the family room and into the living room with high vaulted ceilings and expansive views of the canal and Ballard's shoreline.
The master suite is something that's not seen often in older-styled homes. Vaulted ceilings, large light-filled windows, and a view deck facing the water create a voluminous feel for the space, with a beautiful bath and ample walk-in closets.
At around 3200 square feet, there are 3 bedrooms plus an office, and 2.5 baths. While this neighborhood is already a fairly quiet area, as you walk through the home you can't help but feel the contrast of the newer construction materials-you're truly insulated from the outside world.
Stepping out toward the water, a large deck with entertaining space stretches out from the main floor of the home. The grounds are meticulously maintained, with plenty of low-maintenance hardscape lined by green spaces. A firepit is placed near the beach on the brick patio, a perfect vantage point to enjoy the vessel traffic making its way in and out of the locks.
This is a piece of real estate that makes the most of its shoreline, as the entire layout of the home and landscaping leads your eye to the water. The waterfront is 25 feet long, plenty of space to launch a kayak or small vessel and head out on the Sound. Further out, a deep water buoy is anchored for large watercraft moorage. At $1.35 million, this is one of the least expensive homes on Magnolia's waterfront. For a home buyer looking for pure comfort in a contemporary home and great waterfront access, this home offers a relative bargain.
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Sam DeBord is a Realtor and real estate broker with SeattleHome.com, a division of Washington State Realty, LLC. He is a member of the Seattle-King County Association of Realtors and a Green-Certified Pro. Listing details and photos courtesy NWMLS and Robb Gray, John L Scott. The NWMLS did not compile or publish this information.
Sam can be contacted at (206) 658-3225 or Sam(at)SeattleHome.com.
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