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HGTV House Hunters: Houseboat episode featuring
Special Agents
UPDATE!!! New Time Slot Added: 7:00 pm 12/30
On Friday, December 30th, at 10:00 pm AND 7:00 pm, Special Agents will be featured in a special Houseboat edition of House Hunters on HGTV. Check your local listings for the channel. If you want to stop by the KevLin and watch it, we’d love to have you! Watch as we help Scott Dossett find his dream houseboat!
Houseboats under attack by DPD! We need your help
DPD’s 2nd Draft of the Shoreline Master Program has been published and has serious consequences for Houseboat and Housebarge owners. Please review these proposals very carefully. DPD has indicated the comment period for the 2nd draft will end 12/9/11. We feel this timeframe is unreasonably short, given the major changes between Draft 1 and Draft 2, the holiday period during the comment period, and give the original comment period was significantly longer.
PLEASE LEND YOUR SUPPORT BY SENDING IN YOUR COMMENTS BY 12/9/2011
Send comments to: Maggie Glowacki at margaret.glowacki@seattle.gov or send by regular mail to:
Maggie Glowacki
700 5th Avenue, Suite 2000
P.O. Box 34019
Seattle, WA 98124-4019
LULA’s position on these regulations are that they are being applied unfairly by only targeting houseboats and house barges, while allowing unlimited growth of liveaboard vessels and allowing liveaboard vessels to dump grey water unrestricted into Seattle waters.
The LULA board has requested meetings with Margaret Glowacki on multiple occasions and so far we have not been granted a meeting. Why?
LULA has developed an alternative proposal which we believe fairly and reasonably addresses the 2 primary issues (as stated by representatives from DPD and SMP);
Please visit LakeUnionLiveaboard.com for details and to view the Lake Union Liveaboard Association (LULA) alternative proposal.
Houseboat Lending Available
After a nearly 4 year hiatus, Seattle Metropolitan Credit Union has stepped up to the plate to offer houseboat lending in the Seattle area. We salute SMCU for embracing this amazing Seattle tradition which truly helps to define the Seattle character. For those thinking about purchasing a Houseboat in Seattle, this is great news.
The program details allow for 75% financing of the combined sales price plus sales tax, 30 year amortization with a 10 year balloon payment, and rates comparable to those for yacht lending. Credit and Income guidelines are similar to those required for purchasing a home. A Marine survey, and haulout is required. Further details can be obtained by contacting Denise Carlson at (206) 398-5581 or by emailing her at denisec@SMCU.com. For a list of available houseboats, please visit Special Agents Realty.
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In honor of the fallen Lakewood police officers. Gone, but not forgotten.
Properties – On and Around Lake Union (Land Lubbers Click Here!)
If you would like help locating your waterfront or waterview property, we can help. As a licenced real estate broker and Lake Union and Seattle area specialist, Special Agents Realty can assist you locating your next home or selling your current home.
We specialize in Lake Union, Lake Washington, and Seattle waterfront properties. Additionally, we can help you with Housebarges, Houseboats, Floating Homes, and Liveaboards. (Click the words to see the definitions).
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Special thanks to Special Agents Realty, Dunato’s, Canal Shipyard, & Lodestar Inspection
Meet Sophie! New Fremont Houseboat – Beautiful Craftsmanship
Class, Style, Location, and Long Term LEASE! It just doesn’t get any better than this. This gorgeous little houseboat is built to last and built to please. With an aluminum hull, cedar shake siding, and metal roof, this houseboat is built to last. The interior is beautifully done with expert craftsmanship, excellent use of woods, and dynamite built-ins. This one bedroom, one full bath houseboat features an additional 4 and a half foot sleeping loft, and a full basement with 5 and a half foot ceiling height. Superb attention to detail, a fantastic location, and quality construction makes this one of the best houseboats out there!
ECO Houseboats
Experience Houseboat living… like never before in this fantastic, economical and eco-friendly brand new houseboat. Designed for living and for life on the water, with large windows, spacious areas and comfort not found on other houseboats, the Ranch ECO-Sea Cottage will allow you to experience life on the water without the high cost of “Waterfront” living. Each ECO-Sea Cottage is special ordered with delivery in approximately 12-16 weeks. Give us a call to get started changing your life. These Houseboats are built to order and can be shipped anywhere in the US or Canada. With prices ranging from $110,000 to $275,000, these houseboats provide a level of affordable waterfront living you cannot find anywhere.
Call us at (206) 419-0065 or email us to learn more.
RANCH Model Shown is priced at $175,000!
Contemporary houseboat/vessel – Click for virtual tour Time to make your dreams come true. Wonderful contemporary newer houseboat vessel on Lake Union with incredible Seattle views! Stainless steel appliances, built in sound system, cedar siding, large entertainment size decks on upper level. Located off Burk Gillman Trail, minutes to UW, Husky games (bike or walk). Live aboard full time or part time, cruise around the lake. Experience Kayaking, skulling, fishing and boating right outside the door. If you are looking for a houseboat that is modern, up-to-date, and extremely functional, this boat fits the bill. Top it off with its fantastic location, superb views of the city and lake, and proximity to nearby Wallingford and Fremont and you have an absolutely unique, outstanding value.
$319,000 HURRY! $274,950
25K Reduction!!! $249,000!!!
Lake Union houseboat/vessel – Click for virtual tour
SOLD!
Beautifully finished newer 2009 Houseboat vessel with steel hull 40′ X 13.6′. High ceilings with crown molding, designer colors, Brazilian cherry laminate floors, beautiful tile floors & counters pluss jetted tub/shower in bath, marble countertops and slate laminate in kitchen. Lots of large windows and spacious decks to take in the lake and Seattle skyline. Spiral staircase to large master with floor to ceiling windows. French doors from master leads to large 2nd level deck. This is the life! Priced at only $239,000 Reduced to $224,000, you will want to hurry on this one.
SOLD!
Seattle Houseboat Charm
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Fabulous views await you. The charm and art of Fremont is at your doorstep. Experience waterfront living like nowhere else – from your own Charming Houseboat. This 2 bedroom 3/4 bath houseboat features everything you need for a comfortable life on the water. Spacious Kitchen with eating space, roomy salon with large windows to take in the view, and lots of deck space to enjoy those great Seattle summers. At the amazing price of only $239,000 you can live this fabulous, unique lifestyle.
SOLD!
Ultimate Charm Houseboat
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Picture yourself on a houseboat on Ship Canal with boats passing by and ducks on the dock. The geese are occasionally honking, and the water is lapping against the boat. Reflections of sunlight ripple across the ceiling, dancing to the rythmic motion of the water. Such is…
Life On The Water
For only $169,000, you can live your dreams.
SOLD!
Absolutely Charming – Click for virtual tour
houseboat Vessel located in leased slip with views across the lake towards Gasworks park. Charming 40′ X 14′ one level houseboat Vessel, master bedroom, master full bath, large full wall closet, built in queen bed, with 8 builtin drawers. Large thermal insulated picture windows to take in Lake Unions amazing views. Designer colors, full kitchen, includes all appliances and stack newer washer/dryer. Great lake views from living room. Unimaginable views on the lake. Excellent Slip at $650.00 monthly, on 1 year lease, includes water/garbage & liveaboard. Pets permitted! Must see!!! REDUCED for quick sale! $125,000, what a great way to be on the water enjoying the Sleepless in Seattle lifestyle!
Looking For Investors
There is an excellent opportunity for investors to earn a good return by lending on Houseboats. Typical returns are from 6.5% to 8.5% with 20 year payback. For more information, please email us or call (206) 915-3766.
