The Perkins Lofts are NICE. Located just down A Street from Cliff Street lofts, they boast similar views of the mountain, Foss Waterway, or city skyline- but with a different twist. The Perkins Lofts have all the wonderful lofty things- high ceilings (some units have SUPER high ceilings allowing for loft bedrooms/offices) big windows that frame the views, and lots of original brick and cement.
When the building was first turned into condos I think the developers had a better idea of what was coming with Downtown’s revival and they put a little more money into putting nicer finishes into these units (wood floors and granite and such). They also have a BAD ASS rooftop deck with views for days!
When the downturn happened, (I mostly block it out now but I remember horrors including FOUR YEARS OF CONDO INVENTORY flooding the market in Downtown Tacoma) The Perkins Lofts did better than most of the other buildings around. They held it together with their HOA and their maintenance- and the values in the building reflect that.
1101 A St Unit #702 is listed for sale. This 824 square foot 1 bedroom loft with a view of the city and the Foss Waterway is listed with Margo Hass Klein for $194,000. The unit is very lofty and open with big cement beams and even a walk in closet. Like all units in Perkins you get access to the rooftop deck, fitness room, and Atrium/Library area. Dues are about $260/month. Probably the biggest downside of this unit is that it doesn’t come with a parking space- but you can lease a spot long term kitty corner from the Perkins (or try to get a neighbor to lease one to you!)
Let me know if you want to check it out!
Special thank you to Margo Hass Klein for being so classy as to let me blog about her listing.
