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BALLARD | North Seattle Neighborhoods
Northwest of downtown Seattle, Ballard started its life as a community in the mid 1800’s and by the late 1800’s it had become a city of its own incorporating in 1890. As a city, Ballard struggled in its early years trying to provide the necessary services for its residents. In 1907 Ballard agreed to be annexed to the city of Seattle and became one of the larger and more inhabited neighborhoods of the growing city. Ballard continued its growth after the Hiram Chittenden (Ballard) Locks were built connecting Puget Sound with Lake Union. Because of its proximity to the sound, Ballard continued its growth in the 1900’s around the logging, shipping and fishing industries. A sizable number of immigrants who settled in Ballard came from Scandinavian countries and the neighborhood continues to have a noticeable presence there to this day. Market Street and the nearby blocks of Ballard Avenue now have some of the hippest restaurants, shops and night life in all of Seattle and Ballard has become one of the most desirable neighborhoods.
Throughout much of its history Ballard was a suburban feeling community with primarily single family homes. In the early 2000’s that began to change as Seattle residents recognized the opportunity in Ballard to find reasonable priced housing a short commute to downtown in a neighborhood that had a unique feel and vibe to it. The area around Market Street, which always has had a concentration of shops and businesses, exploded in development with numerous condo developments being built during the real estate boom years of 2005-2008. Ballard continues to evolve to this day as single family homes with large lots are demolished to make way for townhouses and condos. Housing prices in Ballard have recently been some of the quickest rising in the city with condos currently starting at $250k and single family homes around $450k.
Ballard Neighborhood Blog
Newest Listed Ballard Homes for Sale
Your rare opportunity to own of the most unique custom built homes in Ballard with the perfect mix of luxury & modern functionality. Ready to entertain with an open conce...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 1812391 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Northwest Premier Brokers.
Beautiful condo located within 4 miles from the Space needle and just blocks from downtown Ballard, waterfront, and all the specialty restaurants! 9am-9pm concierge. Cour...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1809764 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Professional Realty Services.
Bright Studio with large, private landscaped patio perfect for summer BBQs! Move-in ready unit with fresh paint and new carpet. Open kitchen with granite, new range and a...
- 1 Baths
- 1809638 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Northwest Realtors.
Live all things Ballard in your end-unit, view townhome. Located just blocks from the heart of Ballard, enjoy weekend Farmer's Market, access to 100's of restaurants, caf...
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1811215 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Dimension Properties.
Ballard, an urban dweller's dream...Thoughtfully designed top floor end unit close to all that Ballard has to offer. This stylish place has it all: an open-concept floor ...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1812382 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Windermere RE Greenwood.
Welcome, to this charming craftsman built in 1900 in the heart of Ballard that has been COMPLETELY renovated! Light & bright living & dining room are perfect for entertai...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1812471 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of The Cascade Team.
Sweet and central 1 bedroom condo in the heart of Ballard. You'll love this end-unit's bright and open living space, tastefully updated bath, in-unit washer & dryer, spac...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1811240 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of COMPASS.
Urban homes with attention to detail! Upon entering you will notice the cool tones and accents that highlight this well designed light-filled home. Galley kitchen with pl...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1812627 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co..
Located in thriving Ballard, this modern 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit in Vik Condominiums is the perfect home for an aesthetic city-dweller. Walking distance to cafes, shops, r...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1811571 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listing courtesy of Prime Metropolis Properties.
Permit ready development projectLR2 property with permits and plans for 7 row homesFantastic opportunity to build and sell for profit (appraisal of proposed unit availabl...
- 1807037 MLS
- PENDING BU REQUESTED Status
Listing courtesy of 5 Corners Realty LLC.
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