| Address | 1106 108th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004 |
| Completed | 2001 |
| Architect | Rutledge Maul Architects |
| Floors | 7 |
| Total Units | 30 |
| Unit Types | 1BR, 2BR |
| Construction | Concrete and steel |
Building Overview
Villa Firenze is a seven-story, boutique condominium building at 1106 108th Avenue NE in downtown Bellevue, completed in 2001. Constructed of concrete and steel with East Coast architectural styling, Villa Firenze is one of the more distinctive mid-rise buildings in the downtown market – architecturally expressive and positioned to overlook a city park and the Bellevue Library.
With 30 to 32 residences, Villa Firenze is one of the smaller condo communities in downtown Bellevue. This scale creates an intimate ownership environment where residents know their neighbors and the building operates with a quiet, neighborhood character rather than the anonymous energy of a larger development.
The building’s park and library-adjacent position on 108th Avenue NE places it in a civic-feeling part of downtown Bellevue – near Bellevue City Hall and the green spaces along the northern edge of the downtown core – while remaining walkable to Bellevue Square, Lincoln Square, and the transit center.
Floor Plans and Unit Types
Villa Firenze offers one- and two-bedroom floor plans across seven residential floors. The building’s seven-story height, while not a high-rise, offers elevated views over the adjacent park and library on upper floors – a green, civic perspective that is different in character from both the street-level views of low-rise buildings and the distant skyline views of the major towers.
Unit finishes reflect the 2001 build year, with condition varying by owner updates. The concrete and steel construction provides excellent sound attenuation between units – a quality-of-life advantage that some buyers specifically seek in mid-rise buildings.
Amenities
Villa Firenze’s amenities reflect its boutique character:
- Grand lobby entrance – A formal lobby that sets a tone of quality consistent with the East Coast styling of the building’s architecture.
- Secured entrance – Controlled-access entry for resident security.
- Garage parking – Secure underground parking for residents.
- Extra storage – Additional storage units available to residents.
- Park views – Upper-floor units overlooking the city park provide a quality of outdoor visual connection that is rare in the urban condo market.
- Proximity to the Bellevue Library – Walk-in access to one of the finest public library facilities in the Pacific Northwest.
Who Villa Firenze Is Best For
Villa Firenze suits buyers who appreciate architectural character, civic adjacency, and boutique building scale. The East Coast styling distinguishes it from the Pacific Northwest modernist aesthetic of most downtown Bellevue buildings, and for buyers who have lived in cities like Chicago, Boston, or New York, this character resonates.
The park and library proximity appeals to buyers who incorporate outdoor space and civic amenities into their daily routines – readers, walkers, and residents who want a living environment connected to their community rather than sealed off from it.
With 30 to 32 units, Villa Firenze trades infrequently. It is a hold-and-enjoy building, not a trade. Buyers should evaluate it as a home they plan to love for years rather than a liquid asset.
Location
108th Avenue NE places Villa Firenze on the eastern side of downtown Bellevue, close to the Bellevue Library, Bellevue City Hall, and the parks and green spaces that define the northern edge of the downtown core. Lincoln Square and Bellevue Square are within easy walking distance. The transit center is accessible on foot.
Frequently Asked Questions – Villa Firenze
Q: What type of construction is Villa Firenze?
Villa Firenze is constructed of concrete and steel – a more durable and sound-resistant construction type than wood-frame buildings. Concrete and steel construction provides superior sound isolation between units and floors, which is a meaningful quality-of-life factor in a condo building. This construction type is one of the reasons buyers who have lived in premium buildings elsewhere specifically seek it out.
Q: How does Villa Firenze compare to Mondrian?
Both are small boutique buildings with park adjacency in downtown Bellevue. Mondrian (1999, 20 units, 4 stories) fronts directly on Bellevue Downtown Park and is directly across from Bellevue Square. Villa Firenze (2001, 30-32 units, 7 stories) overlooks a city park and the Bellevue Library with East Coast architectural styling and concrete-steel construction. The choice depends on whether Bellevue Downtown Park frontage or taller building elevation matters more to you.