Talisman

1000 Union St, Seattle, WA 98101

Condo Building In First Hill

Units

65

Stories

5

Year Built

1965

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Units for Rent

2 Available Units

Talisman

51,697

Total Sq Ft

Condominium

Building Type

The Talisman, a five-story condominium building, stands as a notable example of mid-century architecture in Seattle's historic First Hill neighborhood. Completed in 1965, this building comprises 65 units and was designed by the same architectural firm responsible for the Space Needle and Pacific Science Center. The Talisman offers a blend of urban convenience and historical charm, making it a desirable residence for those seeking a vibrant city lifestyle.

Talisman is a condominium located in King and the 98101 ZIP Code. This area is served by the King County attendance zone.

Building Amenities

  • Balcony
  • Disposal
  • Fitness Center
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Sauna
  • Gated
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Carpet
  • Elevator
  • Loft Layout
  • Vinyl Flooring

Location

1000 Union, Seattle,
WA 98101

Neighborhood

Located in Downtown Seattle, First Hill is the city’s first neighborhood. The historic neighborhood is also known as “Pill Hill” for its abundance of medical and research institutions, such as Swedish Hospital and Virginia Mason Medical Center. First Hill is also home to Seattle University and the famed Frye Art Museum. Defined by steep hills, First Hills juxtaposes the old and new with historic brick apartment buildings, modern high-rise apartments, and charming houses. First Hill is extremely walkable and there are a variety of shops and restaurants in the neighborhood for residents to enjoy. Living in First Hill also places resident minutes from some of the city’s most popular hotspots like Capitol Hill, the International District, and Lower Queen Anne, home of the iconic Space Needle. First Hill has several rail stations and Interstate 5 runs on the western edge of the neighborhood making traveling through downtown easy.

Learn More About First Hill

Education

College & Universities Distance

Walk: 9 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 11 mins walk / 0.6 away
0.6 mi
Walk: 14 mins walk / 0.8 away
0.8 mi
Drive: 11 mins drive / 3.9 away
3.9 mi

Talisman is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from Golden Gate Univ., Seattle. It is also near Seattle Central Comm. Coll. and Seattle University.

Schools

Lowell Elementary School

Public School

Grades PK, K-5

331 Students

AttendanceZone

3

Out of 10

Garfield High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

1642 Students

AttendanceZone

7

Out of 10

Special Education Service School

Public School

Grades PK, K-12

181 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

The Northwest School

Private School

Grades 6-12

510 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Seattle include Broadway & Pike-Pine, located 0.5 mile from Talisman.

Transit/Subway Distance

Walk: 9 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 9 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 10 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 10 mins walk / 0.6 away
0.6 mi
Walk: 11 mins walk / 0.6 away
0.6 mi

Commuter Rail Distance

Drive: 5 mins drive / 1.4 away
1.4 mi
Drive: 20 mins drive / 13.2 away
13.2 mi
Drive: 27 mins drive / 17.0 away
17.0 mi
Drive: 29 mins drive / 20.0 away
20.0 mi
Drive: 29 mins drive / 18.9 away
18.9 mi
Talisman is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 14.7 miles or 24 minutes away, and Seattle Paine Field International, located 23.3 miles or 34 minutes away.

Airports Distance

Drive: 24 mins drive / 14.7 away
14.7 mi
Drive: 34 mins drive / 23.3 away
23.3 mi
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
99
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100
Out of 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Scores provided by Walk Score

Points of Interest

Time and distance from Talisman.

Shopping Centers Distance

Walk: 4 mins walk / 0.2 away
0.2 mi
Walk: 6 mins walk / 0.3 away
0.3 mi
Walk: 8 mins walk / 0.4 away
0.4 mi
Talisman has 3 shopping centers within 0.4 mile, which is about a 8-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks & Recreation Distance

Walk: 4 mins walk / 0.2 away
0.2 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.3 away
1.3 mi
Walk: 17 mins walk / 0.9 away
0.9 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.1 away
1.1 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.2 away
1.2 mi
Talisman has 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Freeway Park, Seattle Aquarium, and Denny Park.

Hospitals Distance

Walk: 3 mins walk / 0.2 away
0.2 mi
Walk: 11 mins walk / 0.6 away
0.6 mi
Walk: 13 mins walk / 0.7 away
0.7 mi
Talisman has 3 hospitals within 0.7 mile, the nearest is Virginia Mason Medical Center which is 0.2 mile away and a 3 minute walk.

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