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Lake Union is located on the north end of downtown Seattle and offers great views of the Seattle skyline and Space Needle. Lake Union Living abounds with diversity, excitement, entertainment, relaxation, and just plain fun. Activities and points of interest on the lake include Boating, Sailing, Rowing, Kayaking, Yachts, Houseboats, Floating Homes, and more. Take in the sailboat races during the Tuesday Duck Dodge, dine in one of the many great waterfront restaurants, or stroll around the lake on the Cheslahud and Burke Gilman trails. The Lake Union area is a great place to live. You’ll find information on surrounding communities as well, including Seattle, South Lake Union, Wallingford, Fremont, Ballard, Eastlake, Westlake, Green Lake, Capitol Hill and more. Please enjoy browsing through our website and feel free to post to our blog any comments or suggestions you may have.

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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).

Are you ready for the ULTIMATE Seattle / Lake Union houseboat? PRICE REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE! The stunning view is beyond belief – one of the best in Seattle. Looking across Lake Union you see the entire skyline and Space Needle. Then, to top it off, this Houseboat has CHARACTER like no other. Craftsman exterior styling, custom interior hardwood finishes, Solid plank desktops, open beam ceilings, extensive use of porthole windows, even a fishing hatch in your livingroom with Sea Lights! Priced at only $450,000 (Reduced) $369,000, you can have a multi-million dollar view and take your friends out on a Dinner cruise around the Lake! You do not want to miss this one. Take the virtual tour here.. For a personal tour, contact Linda Bagley at (206) 419-0065, or Email her.

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. With an asking price of only $319,000, you will not want to miss this!

Charming Houseboat Cabin – Click for virtual tour. Charm and romance comes from every corner of this adorable Cabin on the Water. Attention to detail and quality construction make this a fabulous “ON THE WATER” liveaboard studio or the perfect weekender. Living (or weekending) on a houseboat is unlike any other way of life. On a typical day, you can see Kayakers, Skulling, Seaplanes, Yachts, Ducks (Mergansers, Widgeons, Goldeneyes, Mallards), Geese, gulls, eagles, and even the occasional otter. The slight movement of your houseboat will rock you to sleep. Sunlight reflects of the water to make dancing patterns on your walls. Every day on your houseboat feels like a vacation, with everchanging scenery, and a wonderful community. ONLY $95,000

Sleek New Construction Houseboat – Click for virtual tour. This stylish new construction houseboat is waiting for your final finishing touches. Hurry to be able to pick your countertop and cabinets. This houseboat is built to marine standards with the finest materials. If you are looking for Lake Union Living, but want something up to date and extremely stylish, this is for you. Finished out with stainless appliances, hand scraped hardwoods, bamboo reed ceilings, recessed lighting, and all of the modern conveniences, this houseboat provides the fun, romance, and excitement of houseboat living in a high tech fashion. Enjoy the ultimate water lifestyle for only $295,000 you complete or contract with builder to finish.

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!!! With an asking price of only $169,999, what a great way to be on the water enjoying the Sleepless in Seattle lifestyle!

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This wonderful houseboat is fully equipped with everything you could want, from the recessed fold-out flat screen to the dumbwaiter, it has it all. Very modern, but warm at the same time. Lots of deck space with fabulous views of Seattle skyline. Enjoy Kayaking, Burke Gilman Trail, Lake Union Trail, or walk to Ivars Salmon House.

Priced at only $295,000.00 you can have a Million dollar waterfront setting for change. Want to see more? Check out this Virtual Tour. For a personal tour, contact Linda Bagley at (206) 419-0065, or Email her.

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Looking for a home on Land! Want something elegant, but secluded? Check out this Gorgeous Pastoral Elegance located in Snohomish near Echo Lake (Close to Woodinville).

Elegant custom craftsman home on 5.39 acres, beautiful country setting yet close to everything. 4800SF, master suite on main level, walkin closets, den, mud room, territorial view, paved easement, designer touches throughout, custom cabinetry, formal dining room, media room, den, formal living rm, floor to ceiling stone gas fire place. Chefs kitchen features granite slab counters, huge pantry. Venetian Bronze fixtures and lighting. Formal dining, bonus rm, 2 offices, art studio in garage. See the Virtual Tour! -or- for a personal tour of this home, email Linda! -or- if you would like to see other homes on land, check out Special Agents Realty.

Looking For Investors

There is an excellent opportunity for investors to earn a good return by lending on Houseboats. Typical returns are 7.5% to 8.5% with 20 year payback. For more information, please email us or call (206) 915-3766.