Blumes Broadmoor Home Gains Presidential Spot Light

Posted on May 11, 2012 by ktiernan

After hosting President Obama and around 75 additional guests in Madrona yesterday for the Presidential Brunch, Ann and Bruce Blume’s home has been glistening in the National spot light. Locals were giddy with excitement at the possibility of an Obama spotting, traffic was a little slow going in and out of the neighborhood and secret service lined the streets, and patrolled the area surrounding the Blume’s residence. But the press has also brought to our attention that the Blumes are not only getting major publicity for the Madrona area for hosting the President, but also because they are currently selling one of their properties in Broadmoor. They’re selling their 1941 Colonial home for $2,950,000 and it’s truly noted as one of the best homes in the neighborhood. For more information on the President’s visit to Seattle, or the Blume’s listing, visit the Madrona Seattle blog.

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A potential bargain to be had in Seattle’s Broadmoor neighboorhood

Posted on March 31, 2012 by vmullally

When 1554 Parkside Drive East sold back in September of 2011 for $905,000 I thought to myself WOW!! Whoever bought the 3,820 Sq Ft. 4 bedroom 3.25 bath home just got a steal of a deal. I found it hard to believe that someone got the home for so little and thought it unlikely we would see a repeat of this. Well, I was wrong. On 2/13/2012 1651 Windermere Drive East sold for $805,000. The home is a 3,070 Sq Ft. 5 bedroom 3.25 bathroom brick tudor. Again WOW.

Presently there is a home located at 1570 Parkside Drive East that is listed for $849,000. The home was built in 1959 and is 2,340 Sq FT. with 3 bedroom 2 baths and a large unfinished basement. Obviously when looking at what the 2 homes mentioned above sold for it is hard to imagine that this home would sell for more than either of them, and should certainly sell for quite a bit less than the home on Windermere Drive East based on number of bedrooms, bathrooms, sf footage, etc. The bottom line is some lucky buyer out there is more than likely going to get another great deal in a great neighborhood.

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Real Estate Market Statistics for Seattle’s Broadmoor Neighborhood (98112)

Posted on February 29, 2012 by vmullally

Market Statistics provided for Broadmoor are current as of this post date.

Properties SOLD in the last 180 days:

1651 Windermere Drive East. 5Bed 3.25Bath. SqFt 3,070. Lot 7,021 SOLD $800,500 *Bankrupcy Sale*

1554 Parkside Drive East. 4 bed 3.25 Bath. 3,820 SqFt. Lot 8,624 SOLD $905,000  *Estate Sale*

1201 Shenandoah Drive East. 2 bed 2.5 Bath. 2,780 SqFt. Lot 8049 SOLD $1,214,150

3418 East St Andrews Way. 4 Bed 3.5 Bath. 3,930 SqFt. Lot 7,741 SOLD $1,350,000

1414 Shenandoah Drive East. 5 Bed 3.25 Bath. 4,900 SqFt. Lot 10,000 SOLD $2,045,000

1818 Broadmoor Drive East. 5 Bed 3.5 Bath. 5,460 SqFt. Lot 10,760 SOLD $2,070,000

Average SqFt. of homes SOLD 4,236                                                                                 Average Price Per SqFt. $327.53                                                                                                      Average Days On Market 143                                                                                                    High $2,070,000     Low $800,500      Median $1,282,075                                                  Sales Price To Listing Price 86.55%

Number of Homes Currently FOR SALE: 12

Average SqFt. 5,357 Average                                                                                                    Price Per SqFt. $491.98                                                                                                           Average Days On Market 312                                                                                                      High $7,950,000     Low $895,000     Median $2,072,500

Number Of Homes Currently PENDING: 1

For further information or more specific details regarding the data provided, please contact Vincent Mullally @ vmullally@ewingandclark.com

 

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Seattle Police Officer Assaulted in Broadmoor

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Casey Losh

PoliceA Seattle Police Officer was assaulted in Broadmoor on Friday night by a trespasser who refused to stop for the security guards at the front gate.  Shortly before 10:30 a man in his mid-20′s enter Broadmoor by foot.  When he would not stop for the front gate guards, the Seattle Police were contacted while a guard followed the man so not to lose track of him.  When the police officer found them, she approached the trespasser.  The trespasser responded by taking a swing at the police officer.  She was able to block the blow, but in the ensuing struggle the man tried to grab the officer’s gun and it took both the Broadmoor guard and the police officer to get the trespasser’s hands from the gun.  Other police officers were soon on the scene and took the man into custody.  The police officer sustain only minor injuries during the struggle.

It was determined that the man was mentally ill and was not taking his medication.

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Old Pictures Lead to Broadmoor

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Casey Losh

Robert Ketcherside wrote a piece on the Capitol Hill Seattle Blog about some old photos found at an antique store’s bargain bin that lead back to the Seattle neighborhoods of Capitol Hill and Broadmoor.  One photo is from the mid to late 50′s and shows the now Ferrari dealership where Madison, Union, and 12th meet.  Back then it was a Mercury dealership called Lee Morgan Co.  Another photo shows Lee with his wife and mother-in-law in lawn furniture presumably at their Broadmoor home because the other picture was labeled “Front Moran House” and shows his Broadmoor home at 1140 Parkside Drive East in 1957.

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Christmas Ships at Madison Park Beach

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Casey Losh

Argosy CruisesThe Seattle Christmas Ships will be in Madison Park this weekend, Saturday, December 17th, from 4:55- 5:15 pm.  Be sure to leave Broadmoor in time so you can enjoy the bonfire on the beach.  It will be dark and cold so bring a flashlight and some warm clothes.

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Nordstrom Delivers to Broadmoor

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Casey Losh

NordstromNordstrom now has same day delivery any day of the week to Broadmoor.   If you order an item by noon and the item is in stock in the Downtown Seattle store, Nordstrom will have it to your Broadmoor home by 6 PM.  While there is no minimum purchase, the service does cost $10 which is not too bad when you figure it will most likely costs $6 to park at Pacific Place.  The service is being tested in limited Seattle, Bellevue, and La Jolla (California) ZIP codes.

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Mayor Greg Nickels’ Early Job: Broadmoor Golf Caddie

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Casey Losh

Broadmoor Golf ClubMayor Greg Nickels was recently interviewed by kids participating in Southwest Seattle Historical Society program.  The interview can be found on the West Seattle Herald but the part that brought up Nickels’ experience as a Broadmoor Golf Caddie was: “What jobs did you have as a kid?”  His answer was:

I had a paper route for the Seattle Times. Also, to work off my tuition at Seattle Prep I worked in the faculty residence dining room. I caddied at Broadmoor during summers and weekends when my family lived on Capitol Hill. My first real job was at Bonney-Watson Funeral Home across the street from Seattle Central Community College. I cleaned (their) the cars and gassed them up and delivered flowers and got death certificates signed.

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Broadmoor Kids: Do you like Fire Trucks?

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Casey Losh

Seattle Fire DepartmentBroadmoor kids:  Do you like fire trucks?  If you do, then better head down to the local fire station tomorrow.  The local fire station #34 has invited the neighbors to come meet the local firefighters and tour the engine on Saturday, November 19th, from 1 PM to 3 PM.

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2011 Broadmoor Pumkin Carving and Best Decorated House Contest

Posted on October 27, 2011 by vmullally

Broadmoor HalloweenFor those interested in participating in the annual Broadmoor pumpkin carving contest entry forms can be picked up at the front and back gates. Each participant must fill out an entry form and make sure to drop it off at the guardhouse by noon on the 30th. Judging begins at dusk on the 30th. Make sure your porches and walkways are well lit in order to help the judges. If you are over the age of twelve make sure to place your name next to your entry/pumpkin. NO STENCILED PUMKINS.

There’s also a contest for the best decorated house. The entry form for the pumpkin carving contest and best decorated house are the same. For those interested in competing for the best decorated house you better get going if you have yet to start, driving through the neighborhood it’s apparent that there’s some stiff competition.

Prizes for both contests will be delivered to the winners residences.

For all those competing good luck and Happy Halloween!!

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