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King County Department of Assessments

Setting values, serving the community, and promoting fairness and equity.

Department of Assessments

201 South Jackson Street,
Seattle, WA 98104

Office Hours:
Mon - Fri
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

TEL: 206-296-7300
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PARCEL DATA
Parcel445872-0000
Name 
Site Address500 MERCER ST 98109
Geo Area 20-10
Spec Area 700-15
Property NameLUMEN CONDOMINIUM
JurisdictionSEATTLE
Levy Code0010
Property Type K
Plat Block / Building Number
Plat Lot / Unit Number
Quarter-Section-Township-Range SW-30-25-4
Legal Description

PLat Block:
Plat Lot:


LAND DATA
 
Picture
Highest & Best Use As If VacantMIXED USE
Highest & Best Use As ImprovedPRESENT USE
Present UseCondominium(Mixed Use)
Land SqFt57,139
Acres1.31
Percentage Unusable100
UnbuildableNO
Restrictive Size ShapeNO
ZoningSM-UP 85 (M1)
WaterWATER DISTRICT
Sewer/SepticPUBLIC
Road AccessPUBLIC
ParkingADEQUATE
Street SurfacePAVED
Views Waterfront
Rainier
Territorial
Olympics
Cascades
Seattle Skyline
Puget Sound
Lake Washington
Lake Sammamish
Lake/River/Creek
Other View
Waterfront Location
Waterfront Footage0
Lot Depth Factor0
Waterfront Bank
Tide/Shore
Waterfront Restricted Access
Waterfront Access RightsNO
Poor QualityNO
Proximity InfluenceNO
Designations Nuisances
Historic Site
Current Use(none)
Nbr Bldg Sites 
Adjacent to Golf FairwayNO
Adjacent to GreenbeltNO
Other DesignationNO
Deed RestrictionsNO
Development Rights PurchasedNO
EasementsNO
Native Growth Protection EasementNO
DNR LeaseNO
 
Topography
Traffic NoiseHIGH
Airport Noise 
Power LinesNO
Other NuisancesNO
Problems
Water ProblemsNO
Transportation ConcurrencyNO
Other ProblemsNO
Environmental
EnvironmentalNO

BUILDING
Building Number1
Building DescriptionLUMEN - 2 Com Units (94 Res)
Number Of Buildings Aggregated1
Predominant UseMIXED USE-RETAIL CONDO (848)
ShapeRect or Slight Irreg
Construction ClassREINFORCED CONCRETE
Building QualityGOOD
Stories4
Building Gross Sq Ft70,963
Building Net Sq Ft70,963
Year Built2007
Eff. Year2007
Percentage Complete100
Heating SystemWARMED AND COOLED AIR
SprinklersYes
ElevatorsYes
Section(s) Of Building Number: 1
Section NumberSection UseDescriptionStoriesHeightFloor NumberGross Sq FtNet Sq Ft
1 SUPERMARKET (446)QFC - Unit C-1 1st level1160 39,17039,170
2 LINE RETAIL (860)Unit C-2 - lev 21140 31,79331,793


Apartment / Condo Complex Data 
Complex TypeMixed Res and Cml Condo
Complex Description93 RES UNITS + 2 COM'L UNITS
Value Distribution MethodPcnt Land Val
# of Bldgs1
# of Stories3
# of Units95
Avg Unit Size862
Land Per Unit601
Project LocationAVERAGE
Project AppealABOVE AVERAGE
% With View0
Construction ClassREINFORCED CONCRETE
Building QualityGOOD
ConditionAverage
Year Built2006
Eff Year2006
% Complete100
ElevatorsY
Security SystemY
FirePlaceN
LaundryPRIVATE
Kitchens
# of Meals0
Founder's Fee
Apt ConversionN
Condo Land TypeFee Simple






TAX ROLL HISTORY


SALES HISTORY


REVIEW HISTORY


PERMIT HISTORY

Permit NumberPermit DescriptionTypeIssue DatePermit ValueIssuing JurisdictionReviewed Date
7153515-EL Adding (2) 20amp circuits and quad receptacles on existing ECR,  7/16/2026$0SEATTLE 
7138142-EL Install three new 20A circuits from panel 2P1 in the electrical room to three dedicated receptacles for 8 new soft drink coolers to be plugged into,  4/13/2026$0SEATTLE 
7129091-EL Add vehicle gate reader and add to existing access control panel.,  2/12/2026$0SEATTLE 
7122087-EL Install new duplex 20A receptacle on top of gondola adjacent right of pharmacy and towards endcap for new cooler to plug into tapping power from junction box located on west wall just under mezzanine containing receptacle circuit via EMT conduit,  12/19/2025$3,083SEATTLE 
7119214-EL Power for new garage door, vertical lift install.,  12/2/2025$3,210SEATTLE 
7067609-CN Construct alterations to existing mixed use building at the rooftop for minor telecommunication antenna facility, per plan., Remodel12/2/2025$150,000SEATTLE 
7109289-EL 80616 - alter circuit to repair lighting,  9/29/2025$750SEATTLE 
7085365-CN Install new exterior fence, doors and gates for existing mixued use building, per plan., Remodel9/9/2025$100,000SEATTLE 
7103143-EL 1-208v, 2-120v 20A ckts for walk-in cooler,  8/22/2025$4,000SEATTLE 
7083441-CN Tenant improvements to replace walk-in freezer in existing grocery story, per plan., Remodel7/15/2025$25,000SEATTLE 
7092443-EL 79140 - Replace ballasts and troubleshoot courtyard lighting.,  6/22/2025$750SEATTLE 
7072889-RF Install new grocery freezer and 2 evaporator coils. Tie back into existing refrigeration mechanical system., Other2/28/2025$74,000SEATTLE 
7059209-EL Replace multiple ballasts,  12/4/2024$700SEATTLE 
7048297-EL 75097 - Replace (3) ballasts,  9/27/2024$700SEATTLE 
7033118-EL 73471 - retrofit (22) existing lights with (44) Keystone KT-RKIT12PS-6RP-8CSC retrofit kits.  Provide (4) extra Keystone KT-RKIT12PS-6RP-8CSC retrofit kits.,  6/27/2024$4,500SEATTLE 
7013522-EL Adding (1) 20-amp circuit and (1) low voltage connection/device,  3/8/2024$800SEATTLE5/23/2024
7010015-EL 71783 - Replace customer provided ballasts,  2/16/2024$500SEATTLE5/23/2024
7007950-EL Pull low voltage cable through out the store for remodel. Systems include data, cameras, and security.,  2/5/2024$15,000SEATTLE 
7002328-EL Run (4) low volt lines to temp probes.,  12/27/2023$2,275SEATTLE5/23/2024
7002298-RF Install Refrigerated Cases: - 16' Dual Temp Meat Refrigeration Cases - 10' Fresh Slice Case Relocate Refrigerated Cases - (2) 12' 5-Deck Beverage Cases Tie refrigeration lines into existing refrigeration lines. Run condensate lines to existing condOther12/27/2023$25,675SEATTLE 
6999868-EL Install new refrigerated cases with existing circuits & cash wrap in liquor department.,  12/8/2023$10,000SEATTLE 
6979756-CN Tenant improvements to existing grocery store (QFC), per plan., Remodel10/12/2023$135,000SEATTLE 
6989555-CN Construct non-structural alterations to existing commercial building (QFC-881), subject-to-field inspection (STFI), Remodel10/5/2023$82,919SEATTLE 
6975724-EL Pull Cat. 6 data cable and install five cameras through out the parking garage.,  7/17/2023$5,000SEATTLE5/23/2024
6973661-EL Extending (1) circuit,  7/5/2023$200SEATTLE5/23/2024
6751118-CN Install new exterior mechanical unit on new pad accessory to QFC, mechanical included per plan., Remodel6/4/2021$100,000SEATTLE 
6811698-CN Interior alterations to bathrooms at existing condominium (units 211 and 212), subject to field inspection (STFI), Remodel4/28/2021$50,000SEATTLE11/30/2023
6818653-CN Scope includes replacement of some cases, fixtures, and equipment and the construction of a secured liquor sales area adjacent to the existing customer service desk., Remodel4/21/2021$200,000SEATTLE 
6787741-CN Construct tenant improvements to existing grocery store (QFC), subject to field inspection (STFI)., Remodel6/22/2020$60,000SEATTLE4/28/2021
6622598-CN Change of use from retail to office and construct tenant improvements to existing commercial building on the 2nd floor North, occupy per plan., Remodel8/24/2018$560,000SEATTLE 
6580831 Construct alterations and combine two units into one unit to existing condominium, subject to field inspection (STFI)., Remodel2/28/2017$100,000SEATTLE9/30/2020
6496374 Change use from retail to office and construct interior alterations for offices at second floor of existing commercial building, and occupy per plan., Remodel12/31/2015$3,600,000SEATTLE 
6415995 Initial tenant improvements to existing general retail space. Change use to indoor participant sports and occupy as gym, per plans., Remodel7/29/2014$175,000SEATTLE 
6381879 Establish outdoor dining area accessory to existing restaurant, per plans, Remodel3/11/2014$1,500SEATTLE 
6377785 Alterations to existing restaurant. Change use to indoor participant sports and recreation and occupy as a gym for Orangetheory Fitness, per plans., Remodel12/28/2013$179,000SEATTLE 
6388301 Construct alterations to existing condo unit T209 per plan subject to field inpsection, STF., Remodel10/31/2013$10,000SEATTLE 
6317345 Construct alterations to create two tenant spcaces on ground level of existing commerical building and charge use of new spaces to indoor dance studio and occupy per plan., Remodel7/20/2012$60,000SEATTLE 
6315392 Tenant improvement for multi-purpose convenience store (QFC) per floor plan. Subject to field inspections. STFI, Remodel3/28/2012$15,000SEATTLE 
6288733 Alterations to stair lobby at southwest portion of parking level P1 of existing multi-purpose convenience store (QFC), per plans., Remodel10/21/2011$55,000SEATTLE 
6278858 Tenant improvement to change of use from retail to restaurant for "New York Pizza & Bar" and occupy per plan.Remodel6/21/2011$220,000SEATTLE 
6284889 Interior non-structural tenant improvement to existing QFC store per floor plan. Subject to field inspections. STFIRemodel6/1/2011$1,500SEATTLE 

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