08/29/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/29/2024 09:34
SEATTLE, Aug. 29, 2024 - JLL Capital Markets announced today that it has arranged a $77 million refinancing of The Schoolhouse District, a 264-unit mid-rise multi-housing community with approximately 44,800 square feet of retail in downtown Woodinville, Washington.
JLL represented the borrowers, MainStreet Property Group and HAL Real Estate in securing the fixed-rate loan through AXA IM Alts., acting on behalf of its client.
Located at 17409 133rd Ave. NE, The Schoolhouse District offers convenient access to I-405, SR-522 and the future SR-522/I-405 transit hub for easy commuting. Located in downtown Woodinville, the complex is within a 20-minute drive from major tech companies in Kirkland, Redmond and downtown Bellevue. Additionally, residents can delight in the walkable proximity of nearby boutique retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues, including a curated collection of wineries on site as well as Woodinville Wine County's 130+ wineries.
Woodinville, located in Seattle MSA's eastside, is the #1 most popular housing market in the U.S, with a steady population growth of 28.1% since 2010. The city is known for its wineries, breweries and ample retail options. Residents can also enjoy excellent schools, diverse recreational opportunities and high-paying jobs within a short commute. With an average household income of $172,000 and a projected household income growth of 15.1% by 2027, Woodinville was voted as the #9 best suburb for young professionals in Washington.
Completed in 2021, The Schoolhouse District boasts LEED Gold sustainability certification and comprises four separate buildings on a 3.08-acre site offering studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts. Apartment amenities encompass keyless entry, balcony/patio, wine storage, vaulted ceilings, oversized windows, open kitchens with premium appliances, in-unit laundry, AC ports and custom-built home office spaces. District Flats offers an array of community and apartment amenities, including a 24-hour fitness center, work-from-home spaces, a grocery delivery room, private access to sporting events, a game room, a cafeteria lounge, an enclosed dog park, controlled-access garage and EV charging stations. The retail section of the community offers a YMCA, beauty spa, dining options and Wine Walk Row tasting rooms.
JLL Capital Market's Debt Advisory team representing the borrower was spearheaded by Senior Director Seth Heikkila and Director Steve Petrie.
JLL Capital Markets is a full-service global provider of capital solutions for real estate investors and occupiers. The firm's in-depth local market and global investor knowledge delivers the best-in-class solutions for clients - whether investment sales and advisory, debt advisory, equity advisory or a recapitalization. The firm has more than 3,000 Capital Markets specialists worldwide with offices in nearly 50 countries.
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