Kennedy Wilson Buys $135M WA Community
The three five-story buildings offer a mix of studios, one- and two-bedroom units averaging 827 square feet. The community is close to various park, trails and hiking trails.
By Adina Marcut
Atlas in Issaquah, Wash.
Kennedy Wilson has purchased Atlas, a 343-unit community located in Issaquah, Wash., for $135 million. The company secured a 10-year loan for $84 million and invested $52 million of equity.
Located at 1036 NW 7th Ave., the property is 11 miles southeast of Bellevue and 17 miles east of Seattle. The three five-story buildings offer a mix of studios, one- and two-bedroom units ranging in size from 447 to 1,197 square feet. Atlas features common area amenities such as:
- barbecue grills and fireplaces
- 24-hour fitness center
- clubhouse with billiards and lounges
- EV charging stations
- bike storage
- free Wi-Fi
Completed this year, the community offers convenient access to Interstate 90. The area which is home to major employers such as Microsoft, Siemens, T-Mobile and others. Additionally, Atlas is close to various parks, hiking and biking trails. Kennedy’s latest Seattle multifamily transaction was the sale of $109 million Rock Creek Landing, a 576-unit community in Kent, Wash.
“Our company is focused on pursuing attractive investment opportunities across the Seattle metro area, and we have identified Issaquah as a particularly desirable eastside submarket with significant potential for continued growth,” Shem Streeter, managing director at Kennedy Wilson, said in a statement. “Atlas is a top-tier property uniquely set in an infill location and it is a fantastic addition to our portfolio. It furthers our strategy of upgrading the overall quality of our assets while expanding our presence in markets with limited new supply.”
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