A detailed look at the forces shaping the downtown Seattle and downtown Bellevue resurgence and why some savvy consumers and betting private equity players are seizing the moment to “buy the dip.”

AI is reshaping the Seattle/Bellevue economy by eliminating some roles but fueling high-income tech jobs, corporate gains, and stock portfolios with local consumers.

Industry professionals and market luminaries looked ahead during the Futurecast Forum “Thrive In ’25” real estate summit held on June 5, 2025.

From a lack of supply to elevated pricing to development headwinds, the Seattle condominium market faces several challenges.