Preserving the Façade at 400 Westlake

Preserving the Façade at 400 Westlake

A Construction Feat at the South Lake Union Property with Construction Partners Lease Crutcher Lewis At Martin Selig Real Estate (MSRE) we are consistently adding to our portfolio of properties to bring reimagined, Class-A office space to Seattle’s most prominent neighborhoods. In Seattle’s tech hub of South Lake Union, 400 Westlake mixes state-of-the-art design with […]

70 Years of the Federal Reserve Building in Seattle

70 Years of the Federal Reserve Building in Seattle

The Federal Reserve Building in Downtown Seattle Turns 70 This Year — Just in Time For its Reopening in the Fall At Martin Selig Real Estate, we’re proud to develop iconic buildings that shape Seattle’s skyline. But we also recognize the nobility in redeveloping older buildings and breathing new life into our shared, historic landmarks. One […]

It’s Official: Construction Begins at 400 Westlake in South Lake Union Seattle

It’s Official: Construction Begins at 400 Westlake in South Lake Union Seattle

Breaking ground at 400 Westlake marks Martin Selig Real Estate’s first major step into Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood In mid-February, Martin Selig Real Estate (MSRE) broke ground on 400 Westlake, our inaugural project   in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood. After more than two years of pre-design and planning, we’re excited to kick off a […]

The 2020 Selig Outlook: Looking Ahead into What’s Possible for the Seattle Commercial Real Estate Market

The 2020 Selig Outlook: Looking Ahead into What’s Possible for the Seattle Commercial Real Estate Market

Our predictions for the 2020 commercial real estate market and some construction milestones MSRE will reach this year We’re pleased to say that 2019 was a banner year for Martin Selig Real Estate. In 2019, we topped out the Federal Reserve Building and Third & Lenora, and upgraded 1000 Second Avenue to exceed standard LEED […]

MSRE Breaks Ground on 400 Westlake

MSRE Breaks Ground on 400 Westlake

New property will be the most sustainable commercial office building of its size in the world. Martin Selig Real Estate (MSRE) is breaking ground on 400 Westlake, the company’s newest project at the site of South Lake Union’s old Firestone Building. With this groundbreaking, MSRE is officially ushering in a new era of sustainable commercial […]

Elliott Bay Office Park Receives Major Upgrade

Elliott Bay Office Park Receives Major Upgrade

Revitalizing the older property for modern tenants Martin Selig Real Estate (MSRE) maintains equal pride in every building in its portfolio of properties. Whether the commercial real estate property is a 1980’s gem or a sustainable officer tower built for future generations, every investment decision or aesthetic choice offers value to the current or future […]

15th and Market Set to Help Energize Ballard’s Business Community

15th and Market Set to Help Energize Ballard’s Business Community

MSRE expands north of downtown Seattle to Ballard with its new 15th and Market commercial building. The property provides retail and office space for businesses looking to locate on Ballard’s busy Market Street. Historically, Martin Selig Real Estate (MSRE) focused its commercial development efforts throughout Seattle’s main downtown corridor, but when the opportunity to enter the […]

800 Alaskan Development Poised to Make a Splash for Seattle’s Waterfront Rejuvenation

800 Alaskan Development Poised to Make a Splash for Seattle’s Waterfront Rejuvenation

Name the top-five global cities in the United States… New York stands out. Chicago. San Francisco. Los Angeles. Washington D.C. These urban power centers are world-class destinations home to multinational corporations that employ decision-makers who shape the global economy. There’s a bustle. An original identity. A daily duet of grit and charm. And finally, all […]

San Francisco vs. Seattle: Reasons to Consider Expanding Your Business to the Emerald City


San Francisco vs. Seattle: Reasons to Consider Expanding Your Business to the Emerald City


Currently pre-leasing, MSRE’s 800 Alaskan building is slated to open in Spring 2022. The property will be a gateway to Seattle’s new 20-acre waterfront park and features sustainable office space that caters to the specific operational demands of tenants across submarkets. San Francisco may symbolize the center of the tech hemisphere, but the California city […]

Upgrading Seattle’s Older Buildings with Green Features to Ensure a Sustainable Future

Upgrading Seattle’s Older Buildings with Green Features to Ensure a Sustainable Future

Fifth & Yesler in Seattle’s International District is certified LEED Gold.  Nationwide, the environmental impact conversation is cranked to full-volume. Businesses are responding to sustainable, climate-friendly demands from employees and consumers. Policymakers feel the heat as state and local governments pass aggressive energy management laws. The movement is a conga line of energized stakeholders en […]

Seattle Or Bellevue: Selecting the Right City for Your Commercial Office Space

Seattle Or Bellevue: Selecting the Right City for Your Commercial Office Space

Seattle or Bellevue for Commercial Real Estate? Which growing economic hub is the better location for your small to midsize business? Whether you are establishing your office location for the first time, or you’re considering a new office lease across Lake Washington, a combination of short-term trends and long-term resources should be considered when deciding […]

Developing the Most Sustainable Building of its Size in the U.S. at 400 Westlake in Seattle

Developing the Most Sustainable Building of its Size in the U.S. at 400 Westlake in Seattle

Once an anchor in Seattle’s most prominent “auto row,” the historic Firestone Tire Building is poised to change the way people think about sustainability in real estate development. When finished, 400 Westlake will be considered by many as the greenest building of its size in the world. Construction is set to commence by the end […]

Martin Selig Real Estate’s HQ Remodel – A Blueprint of Modern Design

Martin Selig Real Estate’s HQ Remodel – A Blueprint of Modern Design

When you hear Martin Selig Real Estate, what first comes to mind? A Seattle real estate icon? The developer behind some of the city’s most symbolic skyscrapers? Yes to both of course, but how about a commercial leasing company known for building out sleek, elegant interiors designed with modern inspirations? Well, that’s exactly what you’ll […]

Retail Spaces Available in Lower Queen Anne

Retail Spaces Available in Lower Queen Anne

If your business is seeking retail space in Seattle’s Lower Queen Anne neighborhood, Martin Selig Real Estate has over 4,000 square feet available! Whether you are hoping to find the perfect location for your up-and-coming coffee shop or are looking for somewhere to open another branch of your cafe, this neighborhood has a lot to […]

The Commuter Building and Waterfront Seattle Program

The Commuter Building and Waterfront Seattle Program

The Windermere Building Earlier this month, Martin Selig Real Estate partnered with John Jacobi of Windermere Real Estate in the acquisition of the Commuter Building @ 815 Western Ave. Slated to be called “The Windermere Building,” the four story building will be renovated into an 18-story mixed-use tower with 300,000 square feet of office space, 25,000 […]

Featured Tenant: The Gottman Institute

Featured Tenant: The Gottman Institute

Martin Selig Real Estate hosts a wide variety of tenants in the Puget Sound Area. Meet this month’s featured tenant, The Gottman Institute. They are of the world’s thought leaders in relationship advice, counseling, and clinical training.

8 Ways To Modernize Your Office Space

8 Ways To Modernize Your Office Space

From small office layout ideas, to creating a productive workspace, your office layout can have a big impact on your team’s workflow. Here are a few ideas on how to modernize your office for the best results.

Meet The Team: Mike Brixner

Meet The Team: Mike Brixner

Born and raised in Seattle on Queen Anne Hill, Mike Brixner has deep roots in The Emerald City. He recently celebrated his 30th anniversary with Martin Selig Real Estate, and says working for Martin is the best real estate job in the world. After graduating from law school, Mike knew he wanted to apply his […]

Meet the Team: Theresa Howard

Meet the Team: Theresa Howard

Theresa Howard, recently named one of the 15 Most Powerful Women in Seattle Real Estate by Bisnow, has been with Martin Selig Real Estate for 35 years. She’s a lifelong Seattleite whose dedication to her tenants and years of experience put her among the best in the industry. As a senior leasing agent, she describes […]